AWARDS UPDATE
The EDP Business Awards 2009 has proved a vintage year - despite the grey clouds hanging over the economy. The calibre of entries was extremely high: ranging from plcs and well-known brands, to start-up businesses with real entrepreneurial flair. When our first awards were opened 20 years ago, the business community was told that we hoped the awards would "inspire others, give encouragement and demonstrate that flair and initiative bring results". Those words hold true today. No one can doubt it's been a testing year for business. But when others have looked to cut corners as well as costs, there are businesses that have put a new emphasis on looking after staff and looking after customers. There are businesses that have adhered to their environmental principles and their commitment to the civic good. And there is one business that stands above the rest, our business of the year - Pine Solutions. Recession can be the mother of invention - and the best have innovated, found new revenue and new markets. Congratulations to all of our winners.
2009 Photo slideshow
BUSINESS OF THE YEAR 2009
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2009 categories & Sponsors
Best Industry/Education Link Award
This year's winner: Orchard Toys and Kinsale Junior SchoolEntrants for this award will be partnerships made up of a school or college and a business who are proud of their achievements together. Their project may be large or small, but it will have brought about a significant change to the way the students and employer team view each other's world. The judges will be looking for enthusiasm, innovation, enterprising behaviour and sustainability. Every entry will be individually assessed and those on the shortlist will be visited by the judges.
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