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PAST WINNERS
Of the 12 categories, five focus specifically on innovation—celebrating advancements in areas such as product development, technology, and service delivery. Other categories recognise excellence in talent development, customer service, and wider business impact.
The Awards also include individual honours, such as:
• The Rising Star Award, which recognises emerging talent nominated by education or training providers
• The Liverpool Legacy Award, which celebrates individuals who have made a long-standing impact on the region
• Additional categories recognising trailblazers and pioneers—those whose influence has shaped industries and left a legacy in the city region and beyond
For the first time, all winners will be selected entirely by an independent judging panel, further enhancing the Awards’ reputation for credibility and integrity.
“Our Innovation in Business Awards have become an incredibly prominent and important event for the Chamber’s membership and the wider business community in the Liverpool City Region. We are especially excited for this year’s event as we continue to mark our 175th Anniversary and cement the bonds we have created as an organisation during that time.”
Paul Cherpeau, Chief Executive of Liverpool Chamber
Headline Sponsor
Matt Hine, Lexus Liverpool
Sara Mullins, Novotel Paddington Village –New Business of the Year Award
“Winning this award last year was such a proud moment for us. What made it even more special was knowing it was the only time we could win it — after that year, we’d no longer be classed as a new business. No new business can succeed without both a great product and a brilliant team — we’re fortunate to have both, and this award celebrates that.”
John Gibbons, The Anfield Wrap –Community Impact Award
“Winning this award felt extra special. We do all this work because we feel passionately that we should. But to have it recognised by the Chamber was really humbling and affirming – especially given the amazing work of the other nominees. It has inspired us to keep going knowing we are making a difference in the city where we live and work.”
Jake Wilson, Oriel Studios –Business of the Year Award (Under 30 Employees)
“Oriel Studios were honoured to win Business of the Year at last year’s awards. The award has helped massively with our brand recognition throughout the region and brought new customers to us through the publicity. This award was really well deserved for all the team at Oriel Studios for their hard work!”
With thanks to our awards sponsors:
“Lexus Liverpool are delighted to once again be the Headline Sponsors of this year’s Innovation in Business Awards in this, the Chamber’s 175th anniversary year. This momentous milestone is testament to the hard work that the Chamber delivers year after year, supporting businesses in the city region to navigate the everchanging face of commerce and industry. We are looking forward to celebrating with the wider Chamber family at the Awards evening at St George’s Hall on the 23rd of October.”
