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Derby-based entrepreneur in the running for national accolade
East Midlands-based Mo Suleman, Director of Resources at Derby Museums and a former Chamber Business Awards winner, has been shortlisted for the 2018 NatWest Great British Entrepreneur Awards’ Entrepreneur for Good award category. He beat off tough competition in
order to make the regional shortlist, with a record number of businesses entering the awards nationally across a wide range of categories. Now in their sixth year, the
NatWest Great British Entrepreneur Awards have celebrated some amazing entrepreneurs over the years, many of whom are now household names. Mo said: “I am absolutely
honoured to have been shortlisted for the final. There are some amazing entrepreneurs shortlisted, and to be named among them is
fantastic. It also feels good to be flying the flag for Derby and museums in general. It just shows what is possible when you have a great team around you because this award wouldn’t be possible without the support and help of my colleagues.” Creator of the awards, Francesca
James, said: “We have been inundated with some incredible entries this year, and all shortlisted applicants should be extremely proud of themselves. We cannot wait to celebrate entrepreneurship across Great Britain with them, and put a spotlight on the incredible
IN BRIEF OMS receives Gold
accreditation OMS has achieved Gold Accredited status, demonstrating that the health and safety and HR specialists meet a number of standards and legislations under Constructionline. Trading for over 20 years,
OMS was founded by Clive Ormerod to build on his experience to provide a consultancy and training service to the highest possible standard. Constructionline is the UK’s
Mo Suleman
‘The NatWest Great British Entrepreneur Awards have celebrated some amazing entrepreneurs over the years, many of whom are now household names’
talent within the British entrepreneur ecosystem.” Gordon Merrylees, Head of
Entrepreneurship at NatWest, added: "Following another record- breaking year, I want to thank all of the entrepreneurs who entered and congratulate those who have been shortlisted, I look forward to seeing them at the regional finals. “Entrepreneurial spirit is still
clearly alive and well, and NatWest is thrilled to be able to continue to support these awards to celebrate success with the businesses that are the lifeblood of the UK Economy as they start, scale and succeed.”
Susan leads the inspirational pack
Nottingham-based digital marketing expert Susan Hallam MBE, of Hallam Internet, has been named one of the ten most inspirational independent agency leaders internationally, as published by national industry body The Drum. This recognises Susan’s 30 years
of valuable contributions to the field. Highlights of her career include advocating digital transformation for businesses nationally and internationally and championing digital skills programmes for students and young business people. Susan’s entrepreneurial drive is visible in the significant growth of the digital marketing agency that she founded in 1999, Hallam Internet. Susan said: “It is a privilege to be
named alongside such influential leaders and it is confirmation of how far Hallam Internet has come over nearly 20 years of helping clients use the internet to be more successful in the digital world.”
largest register of contractors, consultants and material suppliers for the construction industry. By achieving Constructionline Gold certification, OMS hopes to stand out from the competition and give confidence to businesses procuring new suppliers in the health and safety consultancy and training sectors.
Cricket club lights up thanks to partnership
Nottinghamshire County Cricket Club will be powered by Yü Energy following the conclusion of a partnership agreement between two of the county’s leading lights. The Nottingham-based
energy and water supplier will provide utilities for the next three seasons. The Fox Road Stand has been re-named The Yü Energy Stand as part of the agreement. Nottinghamshire’s Michael
Temple said: “Our partnership with Yü Energy is a natural fit given its commitment to Nottingham, its national outlook and its commitment to working with likeminded businesses to make a meaningful difference through energy supply.”
Hunters calls on Hardy for new store signage
A Derby city centre store, first opened by two brothers in 1928, has recently relaunched its brand with new signage thanks to Hardy Signs. As part of its 90 year
celebrations, Hunters Furniture called Burton-based Hardy Signs to take advantage of its expertise, in order to deliver a new signage scheme for the exterior of the 27,000sq ft showroom. Nina Sheard, Director at
Susan Hallam
Hunters, said: “Heritage is very important to the store and was a huge factor in the design for the new signage. We wanted the image of our store to reflect the quality of furniture we sell and the materials they are made from. We wouldn’t hesitate in recommending Hardy Signs.”
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