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Restaurant of the Year Bar/Pub of the Year Independent Retailer of the Year Business of the Year Arts & Culture Award of the Year Small Business of the Year Start-Up of the Year Social Enterprise of the Year Businessman of the Year Businesswoman of the year Employee of the Year Entrepreneur of the year Sporting Initiative of the Year Young Achiever Contribution to Education Networker of the Year Charity of the Year Award Community Champion of the Year Regeneration Project of the Year Festival or Event of the Year Accessibility in Action Award Inclusive Employer of the Year Tech for Good Award
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Name of Business / organisation (nominee)* Please enter the name of the Business or organisation you are nominating
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What does this business/organisation do? Please provide a brief overview of this business/organisation, if applicable.
Why do you think this person / organisation should be nominated?* Please enter any achievements (academic or professional) of the person or business you are nominating
Describe the charity work involved?
How many employees does this business have?
How has your business growth developed over the past three years?
How as an organisation or you as an individual helped improve the business over the last 12 months?
How has your organisation actively fostered and supported arts and culture within the Birmingham community? Please share specific projects, partnerships, or initiatives that highlight your contributions.
In what ways has your organisation demonstrated creative flair in communicating your message or advancing cultural engagement? Describe any innovative approaches, campaigns, or techniques you have used to engage your audience or promote the arts.
How do you ensure good practice and sustain your support for arts and culture in Birmingham? Provide examples of effective, inclusive, and sustainable methods you use, and explain how you deliver lasting value to the community through your work.
How does your bar or pub showcase flair and innovation to stand out in Birmingham’s vibrant hospitality scene? Describe how your approach, offerings, or events contribute to Birmingham’s reputation for excellence and inspire others in the community.
What steps do you take in business planning to ensure your Bar/Pub continued success and positive contribution to the community? Explain your approach to managing resources, developing your team, and adapting to changing trends, with a focus on sustaining impact in Birmingham.
How do you create a welcoming, customer-focused environment that provides memorable experiences for guests and enriches the Birmingham community? Share examples of exceptional customer service, events, or initiatives that leave a lasting impression and foster pride in Birmingham.
How has your business demonstrated sustained commercial success and set a benchmark for excellence in Birmingham? Please provide key milestones, growth achievements, or evidence that illustrates your success and contribution to the city’s business landscape.
In what ways does your business foster innovation and develop new products or services to ensure ongoing growth and future success? Describe your approach to innovation, with specific examples of product or service development and how these initiatives position your business for the future.
How do you support, develop, and motivate your employees to drive success, and what impact does this have on your workplace culture? Share examples of employee support programmes, development opportunities, or motivational strategies and explain how they contribute to your business’s achievements.
How have local voices shaped your solution? Share examples of partnerships or community co-design.
What measurable social impact has your tech achieved? Provide outcomes and community benefits.
How does your digital or tech solution address a social challenge? Describe innovation, usability, and user-centred design.
How does staff feedback reflect your impact? Share testimonials or engagement metrics.
What inclusive policies have you implemented? Outline workplace practices that promote equity.
How have you shown a commitment to diversity in recruitment and retention? Describe your hiring and development approaches.
How has user feedback shaped your project? Share lived experience stories or testimonials.
How have you embedded inclusive design from the outset? Explain your user-centred approach.
What real-world changes has your initiative made for disabled people? Describe specific improvements or actions taken to remove barriers.
In what ways did your event positively impact the community? Provide examples of cultural or economic benefits.
What creative execution set your event apart? Highlight original programming or brand strategy.
How did your event engage a broad and diverse audience? Describe your audience profile and inclusivity efforts.
How have you involved local people or stakeholders? Share how consultations influenced outcomes.
What innovative and sustainable features were integrated? Explain design quality, sustainability, or operations.
How has your project transformed a space or neighbourhood? Describe the scale and measurable impact of the transformation.
How have you inspired others or supported creativity? Highlight any mentorship or community involvement.
What challenges have you overcome? Share stories of resilience.
How have you shown dedication to your passion? Describe your motivation and commitment.
What makes your networking approach outstanding? Provide examples of inclusivity and long-term relationship-building.
In what ways have you promoted Birmingham’s business community? Describe events or collaborations you led.
How have you connected people and created positive impact? Share examples of introductions or referrals.
What future plans do you have for expansion? Outline new markets, products, or diversification goals.
What accomplishments have set you apart as a leader? Share milestones or recognitions.
How have you demonstrated risk-taking and entrepreneurial growth? Describe pivotal actions and business achievements.
How do your actions inspire a positive work culture? Provide evidence of motivation and team spirit.
In what ways have you demonstrated diligence in your duties? Share examples of reliability and quality work.
How have you consistently supported your colleagues? Describe how you fostered collaboration and team success.
How do you continue to inspire others and build a legacy? Share examples of mentoring or future plans.
In what ways have your leadership and actions benefited Birmingham’s community? Highlight projects or initiatives you have led.
How have you used your personal story to inspire others? Describe how your background has led to community impact.
In what ways have your actions promoted education or engagement? Detail partnerships and outreach activities.
What evidence can you provide of maintaining scholarly excellence? Share examples of teaching, outreach, or innovation.
How have you contributed to the excellence of educational provision? Describe initiatives that raised standards or improved access.
In what ways have you shown a high degree of community engagement? Provide examples of your community support or mentorship.
What distinguished achievements or milestones have you reached? Share recognitions, projects, or accomplishments.
How have you demonstrated outstanding business acumen, leadership, and achieved growth and profitability? Describe your strategies and role in overcoming challenges.
In what ways have you engaged with your community while upholding high personal integrity? Describe your involvement in community initiatives and ethical business practices.
What outstanding achievements and motivational qualities have you exhibited? Share examples of successes or milestones reached.
How have you demonstrated strong leadership, business knowledge, and achieved significant growth in your organisation’s profitability? Describe specific actions or strategies that led to business growth.
How do you plan to build on your initial success to ensure your start-up’s sustainability? Describe your strategy for establishing long-term viability.
What unique value or solutions does your start-up bring to its market or community? Explain your core offering and how it meets a market need.
How has your start-up demonstrated significant progress and growth over the past 12 months? Describe milestones, achievements, or innovative approaches.
What measurable impact or outcomes has your sporting initiative achieved? Share any evidence or feedback from the past 12 months.
What community engagement and outreach activities have you delivered? Explain how you have worked with different groups to make sport more inclusive.
How has your initiative advanced sports participation and engagement in your local community over the last 12 months? Describe specific programmes or events that have encouraged participation.
What innovative or creative approaches have you applied in the last 12 months to improve your impact? Describe any new methods, business models, or collaborations you introduced.
How do you measure, demonstrate, and communicate the impact your enterprise has made in the community? Share your approach to tracking progress and outcomes.
How has your social enterprise tackled specific social or environmental problems over the past 12 months? Provide evidence of impactful projects, programmes, or initiatives undertaken in the last year.
How do you support, develop, and motivate your employees while engaging with and adding value to the local community? Share examples of employee programmes or community initiatives that illustrate a strong workplace culture and community impact.
In what ways have you fostered innovation and introduced new products or services over the last year? Describe recent developments or creative strategies you have implemented.
How has your business demonstrated commercial success and entrepreneurial growth in the past 12 months? Provide key milestones, results, or examples that highlight your recent financial achievements.
What innovative ideas or approaches has your restaurant introduced in the past year to enhance customer experience or differentiate itself? Share recent innovations in menu development, service delivery, ambience, technology, or marketing.
How do you ensure and maintain a high standard of service and cuisine? Provide examples of your culinary excellence, quality control measures, and customer service practices.
How has your restaurant made a significant impact on Birmingham’s restaurant scene over the past 12 months? Describe specific achievements, recognitions, or unique contributions that set your establishment apart and demonstrate its influence within the local culinary community.
How has your business developed and demonstrated growth in the past 12 months to stand out in Birmingham’s retail scene? Describe recent initiatives, improvements, or innovations—whether in product range, service, or business operations—that highlight your development.
How do you ensure an exceptional customer experience and service, and what feedback or results from the past year best illustrate your approach? Provide examples of outstanding service, customer feedback, or experiences that set your retail offering apart.
In what ways has your business added value to the local community over the last year? Share evidence of how your activities, engagement, or community support have benefited Birmingham.
How has your charity achieved a significant and positive impact on the community or wider society in the past year? Please share specific examples, outcomes, or success stories that demonstrate the difference your charity has made to its beneficiaries or the wider public.
What strategies or practices have you put in place to deliver strong outcomes and ensure good value for money in your work? Describe your approach to organisational excellence, resource management, and how you maximise the impact of every pound raised or spent.
How do you engage your staff and volunteers to achieve your charity’s objectives and provide excellent service to beneficiaries? Explain your approach to employee and volunteer engagement, development, and motivation, and how this contributes to the success and sustainability of your charity.
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