Stirling Business Excellence Awards: Apprentice/Trainee of the Year

To recognise the best in the city and its surrounding areas, The Scotsman has launched the Stirling Business Excellence Awards with headline sponsor Invest in Stirling, and in association with STEP in Stirling.

To celebrate a cross section of businesses and their vital role in the economic success of the region, The Scotsman is calling for entries to its inaugural Stirling Business Excellence Awards. Comprised of 14 categories, including SME Business of the Year, Family Business, Entrepreneur, and Lifetime Achievement, entries should be submitted by Saturday,20 January 2024.

The awards ceremony and black tie gala dinner will take place at the Stirling Court Hotel in February.

As well as Invest in Stirling and STEP, other sponsors and partners include the University of Stirling, Graham & Sibbald, LOC Hire, ECO Hire, Techscaler and Kings Park Hospital.

Stirling Council leader, Councillor Chris Kane, says: “The Awards are a great opportunity to showcase our reputation as a centre of business and innovation excellence. It’s an exciting time, with the Stirling and Clackmannanshire City Region Deal unlocking investment opportunities in excess of £640 million.

David Miller, managing director of STEP, adds: “In our 40th anniversary year, we’re delighted to be working on a remarkable event that surpasses all previous ones with The Scotsman.”

Apprentice/Trainee of the Year, sponsored by Eco Hire

This award recognises any apprentice or trainee who has gone that extra mile and exceeded the expectations of their trainer or mentor.

Entrants should detail their exceptional commitment to their apprenticeship, learning, and personal development; how they have been an inspiration to other apprentices and workers; their ability to overcome obstacles and barriers; how they have introduced an idea with tangible results for their firm.

Dan Wharton, chief executive of ECOHire, says: “As an eco-friendly business, we are always looking to encourage more businesses to have a positive impact on our environment and future workforce.

“Best of luck to all nominees!”

The Stirling Business Excellence Awards takes place on Thursday, 22 February, 2024 at the Stirling Court Hotel in Stirling.

For more information, details of all 14 categories and how to nominate a candidate, and for ticket information, go online towww.stirlingbizawards.co.uk