Awards
Wiltshire Life Awards Initiative 2011
Wiltshire Life is proud to announce, and seek nominations for, it's Awards Initiative 2011. The popular awards initiative is now in its sixth year.
The event presents a golden opportunity to recognise excellence in several different categories which will help put this magnificent county even more firmly on the map.
There are 12 award categories listed below. To enter, all you need to do is fill out an entry form and send it to us with a statement about why you, or the person you are nominating, should be a winner.
The awards will be presented at a gala, black tie dinner at Marlborough Town Hall on Friday, March 18, 2011.
New awards:
Principal award: Wiltshire Armed Forces Hero of the Year
Our armed forces are full of heroes who everyday make a huge difference to our lives but is there one person, whatever their rank, who stands out for the service they have given to their country and county?
Wiltshire 'Environmental Excellence in Business' Award
We are looking for the most environmentally efficient and successful 'green' business that has a strong sense of identity and financial success, illustrates sound staff motivation and growth and a sustainable and responsible 'green' business model. This can focus on working with and conserving natural local resources, qualifying for carbon offsetting, evidence of supporting recycling and / or promoting renewable methods, working with conservation criteria and utilising traditional and innovative methods. All or some of the above are valid criteria for entry.
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Wiltshire Lifetime Achievement of the Year
Sponsored by AbicareThe lifetime achievement award will be presented to the man or woman, currently living in Wiltshire, who has made the most significant contribution to the county during their lifetime. The judges will be looking for the most distinguished service or remarkable achievements displayed over a period of time.
Wiltshire Carer / Community Hero of the Year
This is a prestigious award for a professional or 'amateur' carer, young or old, whether he or she is a doctor, nurse, paramedic, residential care worker, social worker, friend or family member or child who cares for someone or a group of people close to them. Perhaps the individual goes that extra mile and illustrates a selfless ability to put other people's immediate needs before their own and in so doing deserves recognition.
Wiltshire Business of the Year
We are looking for a star business, not an individual, so if you know of or, indeed, are running a successful and unique business that has a strong sense of identity, let us know. We are looking for financial success, staff motivation and growth and a solid, proven and sustainable business and ongoing marketing plan.
Wiltshire Musician/Artist of the Year
This award can be won by a practising painter, craftsperson or musician who has made an outstanding contribution to the arts in the county. Evidence of success and examples of work, photographic or digital, should be supplied with the entry.
Wiltshire Village Shop of the Year
The winner/s of this award will have shown great initiative in providing the best possible personal service and care for his/her village via the village shop and who can demonstrate improved efficiency and or sales and a successful business model.
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Wiltshire Independent Food/Drink Producer of the Year
Sponsored by Total Foot Health SalisburyThis award will be presented to the person who has produced a high quality or unique edible product, whether it is vegetable, meat, fish, dairy or beverage and who has developed strategies to market and sell his/her produce throughout the county and beyond.
Wiltshire Community Group of the year
Community groups that make a worthwhile difference to the lives of Wiltshire residents are in the running for this prize. Working with the police to make the community a safer place or with schools or the elderly, the judges are looking for the group that is at the very heart of its community.
Wiltshire Restaurant/Pub of the Year
Which is the best restaurant or pub in the county? This award will go to the establishment, whether a hotel, restaurant or pub which, in the opinion of the judges, provides regularly the best range of food, atmosphere and service.
Wiltshire Sports Person of the Year
The Wiltshire Sports Person of the Year will be either a professional or amateur in any recognised sport that has made the most significant contribution to sport as a result of individual achievement or through personal contributions as a member of a team.
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Wiltshire Young Achiever of the Year
Sponsored by Warminster SchoolThe Wiltshire Young Achiever of the Year award will be given to the person who has made the most outstanding contribution, in whatever field, and is aged 24 years or under at the time of entries closing.
Sponsorship Opportunities
The Wiltshire Life awards are a perfect opportunity to not only increase your brand awareness but to reward your community at the same time. For further details, contact advertising manager Jane Reid on 01722 717018.
How to apply
Apply online here.
CLOSING DATE FOR ENTRIES: Friday, January 14, 2011.
Download the results and pictures from the WL Awards Initiative 2010 here.