{"id":18439,"date":"2024-06-10T10:13:46","date_gmt":"2024-06-10T10:13:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thebusinessculture.co.uk\/hey\/?post_type=good-news&#038;p=18439"},"modified":"2024-06-13T14:02:03","modified_gmt":"2024-06-13T14:02:03","slug":"people-in-business-awards-shortlist-announced-with-more-nominations-than-ever","status":"publish","type":"good-news","link":"https:\/\/thebusinessculture.co.uk\/hey\/good-news\/people-in-business-awards-shortlist-announced-with-more-nominations-than-ever\/","title":{"rendered":"People in Business Awards shortlist announced with more nominations than ever!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Following a record number of nominations, the Hull &amp; East Yorkshire People in Business Awards (HEYPIBA) has announced its shortlist for this year's glittering ceremony in July.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In what has been reported as the most challenging judging process to date, the HEYPIBA team has confirmed that the quality of talent in the region has never been higher. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Hull &amp; East Yorkshire People in Business Awards first took place in 2019 and returned in virtual format in 2021 following the COVID pandemic. The 2022 &amp; 2023 awards and ceremony were warmly welcomed with nominations and businesses attending, and 2024 for it\u2019s fifth anniversary has demonstrated the appetite for recognition and reward with the highest number of nominations received to date, along with a plethora of business sponsors and an impressive judging panel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Lee Solway of Harrison Solway and head of the judging panel said;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>\u201cHaving had the privilege of being part of the previous 2 years judging panels, the sheer number and calibre of nominations this year made the judging incredibly difficult to say the least.&nbsp; it is very clear that we have some unbelievable individuals and businesses in the Hull and East Yorkshire area, from the \u2018Rising Star\u2019 category, all the way up to the Lifetime Achievement nominees.&nbsp; It was a huge honour for me to be asked to lead this years judging panel.\u201d<\/em><em><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Fellow Judges, Pat Coyle of Rollits and Martyn Coupland, CTO of The Edge Hub added respectively;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>\u201cThe calibre of entries this year has been exceptional. It's been a privilege to see the stories of dedication and grit which are a testament to the incredible talent we have locally. From rising stars to established entrepreneurs, these individuals are the driving force behind the success stories that make our region so unique.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>\u201cThe calibre of entries this year has been exceptional. It's been a privilege to see the stories of dedication and grit which are a testament to the incredible talent we have locally. From rising stars to established entrepreneurs, these individuals are the driving force behind the success stories that make our region so unique.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The People in Business Awards is supported by several local businesses including headline sponsor and category sponsors. Lee Solway of headline sponsor Harrison Solway who will present the Lifetime Achievement award added;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>\u201cThe Lifetime Achievement award is a very prestigious accolade which is presented to an individual who has demonstrated longevity, commitment and dedication to their individual business or sector, someone who has achieved so much and has also had a positive influence on the people they work with.\u201d<\/em><em><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The awards ceremony will take place on Friday 5<sup>th<\/sup> July, at the Doubletree Hilton Hotel in Hull and will see businesses recognised in thirteen categories along with an evening of food, drinks, and entertainment.&nbsp; To book tables and tickets, please visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.pibawards.com\">www.pibawards.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><u>The 2024 PIBA Awards Shortlist:<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><u>Rising Star \u2013 sponsored by Bondholders<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Rosie Jukes \u2013 Hudgell Solicitors<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Rebecca Shipley \u2013 Emmerson Kitney<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><\/strong><strong>Anna Bisby \u2013 James Legal<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Rosie Andrew \u2013 Swift Group<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><u>Above and Beyond \u2013 sponsored by MS3<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Jack Moore \u2013 HEY Mind <\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Claire Clappison \u2013 Innovations In Care<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><\/strong><strong>Paul Bird \u2013 KWL<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lindsey Openshaw \u2013 Williams Den <\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><u>Apprentice of the Year \u2013 sponsored by Urbanwave<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Erin Symons \u2013 Beal Developments<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tommy Predergast - KWL<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Jessica Brooks \u2013 Rubicon Technical<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><u>First Class Service \u2013 sponsored by Lexus Hull<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Zara Holland \u2013 Mimi Boutiques<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Green &amp; Green Mortgage Protection<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><\/strong><strong>Hull Truck Theatre<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Smart Temporary Solutions<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><u>Customer Hero of the Year \u2013 sponsored by Hull Fibre<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Diane Lumb \u2013 Heron Foods<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Daisy Lawford \u2013 MS3<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Samuel Mcfadyen \u2013 Hudgell Solicitors<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><u>Start-up Entrepreneur \u2013 sponsored by Hull City Council<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Jason Nichols \u2013 Stretch Pizza<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Jordon Sandland - Cosmesure<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><u>Entrepreneur of the Year<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Victoria Bratten \u2013 Childrens Physiotherapy<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sue Fellows \u2013 Innovations In Care<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Gareth Allen \u2013 Herd<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><u>Inspiring Contribution \u2013 sponsored by Airco<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Nicky West \u2013 New Options Ltd<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Run With It Education Centre<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Rachel Di Clemente \u2013 Hudgell Solicitors<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><u>Innovator \u2013 sponsored by The Edge Hub<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Joshua Barnfather \u2013 Dock Robotics<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Louis Deane \u2013 VISR<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><u>Team Impact<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Global Student Team \u2013 Hull University<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Marketing Team \u2013 Hudgell Solicitors<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Freedom Festival Arts Trust<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><u>Manager<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><\/strong><strong>Rachel Middleton \u2013 Heron Foods<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><\/strong><strong>Sarah Smith \u2013 Princes Quay<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><\/strong><strong>Jack Dennett \u2013 Doubletree by Hilton, Hull<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><u>Grit<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><\/strong><strong>Vicki Miller \u2013 MS3<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><\/strong><strong>Paul Matson \u2013 Hull 4 Heroes<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><\/strong><strong>James Halls \u2013 Open Source Healing Initiative <\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Following a record number of nominations, the Hull &amp; 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