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THE WINNERS INSPIRING CITY AWARDS 2018
From artisans to entertainers, entrepreneurs to community campaigners, the people at the beating heart of Glasgow are honoured
The Inspiring City Awards 2018 Winners
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usiness leaders, organisations, charities and individuals who are helping Glasgow flourish were recognised at this
year’s Inspiring City Awards. More than 400 of the most inspirational people in Glasgow gathered at the Glasgow Marriott Hotel on Thursday 7 September for a gala awards ceremony. In their sixth year, the 2018 awards were hosted for the second time by Jennifer Reoch, former Miss Scotland and STV presenter. The awards, organised by Glasgow Chamber of Commerce and T
he Herald,
in association with award-winning city brand PEOPLE MAKE GLASGOW, had 14 partner supporters. The awards received an astounding number of entries, and the calibre for this year was truly outstanding, with the judges praising the number of people and businesses that have gone above and beyond to make such a difference to people’s lives across a variety of sectors, including sport, business, art and culture, community and the environment.
Stuart Patrick, Chief Executive,
Glasgow Chamber of Commerce, said: “The Inspiring City Awards continue to celebrate the city’s thriving business
community and the steps taken to inspire younger generations, improve our environmental impact and create better opportunities for all. Congratulations to all of tonight’s well-deserved winners, outstanding individuals, charities and organisations, each of whom have enhanced the city and supported growth in a number of key areas. “In its sixth year, the awards have
attracted an astonishing number of entries, and the calibre was truly impressive. It’s been a great night honouring those who continue to
represent what is great about our city and we look forward to the inspiring stories and innovative connections the next year will bring.” Susan Aitken, Leader of Glasgow City
Council, said: “This year’s Inspiring City Awards showed, once again, that Glasgow is creative, innovative and a city that cares. There are some truly remarkable individuals, businesses, charities and organisations that are working tirelessly, every day, to improve the lives of our people and the reputation of our great city. I would like to congratulate all of the finalists and winners – their energy, drive and enthusiasm is what continues to fuel Glasgow’s success.” The keynote was delivered by Geoff Ellis, CEO, DF Concerts, and during his speech he said: “We have exciting, internationally renowned clubs and venues like The Sub Club, my company’s own King Tut’s where acts such as Coldplay, Paolo Nutini, Muse, Calvin Harris, Radiohead, Oasis and The Killers all had pivotal gigs at the start of the careers. “These venues play a crucial role in the
external image of the city to tourists and business visitors as well as being at the heart of Glasgow’s cultural offering.”
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