Dumfries & Galloway Chamber of Commerce Celebrates Remarkable Success at 2024 Business Awards
DUMFRIES, SCOTLAND — Monday 15th April 2024
Dumfries & Galloway Chamber of Commerce held their Bi annual awards night last Friday at Easterbrook Hall, The Crichton. This is the 2nd awards ceremony DG Chamber have held since Covid and had an increase number of nominations than in 2022. With 250 business people from across the region in attendance, it was a fantastic evening celebrating the regions businesses. The Business awards are held every 2 years to celebrate the regions businesses from a wide range of sectors and to shine the spotlight on them for their fantastic work they do within D&G and beyond. With 31 finalists making the final shortlist of 11 award categories, the independent judges had the very hard task deciding a winner for each award. The evening was a testament to the unwavering spirit and dedication of the region's entrepreneurs in the face of unprecedented challenges.
Among the highlights of the evening were the recognition and celebration of businesses that have made significant contributions to the local economy, community, and beyond. From startups to established enterprises, the awards honoured a diverse array of industries, reflecting the vibrant economic landscape of Dumfries & Galloway.
Our award winners were:
Business Champion DYW - Sponsored by DYW
Winner: Cairndale Hotel & Spa
Individual Champion DYW - Sponsored by DYW
Winner: Tracey McEwen – Tarff Valley
Most Promising New Business
Winner: DG Project Solutions
Net Zero Hero of the Year
Winner: Dumfries and Galloway College
Outstanding Business with over 20 Employees
Winner: Cairndale Hotel & Spa
Outstanding Business with under 20 Employees
Joint Winners: Nairn Construction and Garden Rooms LTD
Outstanding Customer Service
Winner: The Wedding Room
Outstanding Hospitality Tourism
Winner: Gretna Green Group
Outstanding Social Enterprise
Winner: Community Refuse Shop - The Furniture Project
Young Entrepreneur of the Year
Winner - Eilidh Millar - Just Be LTD
Fair Work Champion
Winner: Iron & Pine
The success of the Dumfries & Galloway Chamber of Commerce Business Awards 2024 underscores the resilience and adaptability of the region's business community in navigating challenges and seizing opportunities. It also reflects the Chamber's commitment to supporting and promoting the prosperity of businesses in Dumfries & Galloway. The evening was concluded with entertainment from The Dangleberries!
"We are immensely proud of the achievements of our region's businesses showcased at the Business Awards 2024," said Kenny Bowie, President of the Dumfries & Galloway Chamber of Commerce. "Their resilience, innovation, and dedication inspire us all and demonstrate the strength of our business community. Congratulations to all the winners and nominees for their outstanding contributions to Dumfries & Galloway."
The Chamber extends its gratitude to the sponsors, judges, and attendees whose support made the Business Awards 2024 a resounding success. As Dumfries & Galloway continues to thrive and evolve, the Chamber remains committed to fostering growth, collaboration, and excellence in the local business landscape.
For more information about the Dumfries & Galloway Chamber of Commerce, please visit Partner for Business - Dumfries & Galloway Chamber of Commerce (dgchamber.co.uk)
Media Contact:
Jamie Shovelin
Manager
Dumfries & Galloway Chamber of Commerce
Jamie.Shovelin@dgchamber.co.uk / 07496 781842
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