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BIBAs 2010 - The Search is on for Small Business of the Year

For the first time, the BIBAs has introduced a new category which recognises the achievements of the small business of the year and is aimed at firms employing less than 50 people.

Announcing this new category, Babs Murphy, Chief Executive of the North & Western Lancashire Chamber of Commerce, organisers of the BIBAs, said “Small businesses play a vital role to the Lancashire economy and we are delighted to have their contribution recognised by Royal Mail. The Small Business of the Year Award is designed to recognise dedication, innovation and entrepreneurial spirit “.

Nominees will be judged on business growth and performance, business strategies and innovation, business challenges and competitiveness. To qualify, businesses must have 50 employees or less and been in business at least three years. Eligible businesses must also be based in Lancashire. Royal Mail’s Christine Nolan said: “We are delighted to have been asked to sponsor the Small Business of the Year Award this year. We have daily contact with 88per cent of the UK’s small and medium-sized businesses and offer a range of products to help them grow. Small firms play a vital role in creating wealth and boosting economic growth and this award will reward a company that has grown in profitability and potential.

“We will be searching for businesses which have excelled in their field, punching above their weight and demonstrating passion, growth, and commitment. We expect this to be a popular category, with dozens of worthy entries vying to be on the short list”.

The BIBAs are free to enter and there's a wide selection of categories to suit every business.

So if you and your company have something to be proud of, then this is your ideal opportunity to do something about it. Apply online at www.thebibas.co.uk or simply call 01772 653000 for further information.

A 1000-strong audience will witness the BIBAs 2010 presentation in the Globe Theatre, Blackpool, on Friday, 12 March, 2010.

13/10/2009