Sponsored by: Lloyds TSB Commercial

Category Judge: Paul Narramore, Senior Manager, Lloyds TSB Commercial

Category Description:

This category is open to any business, irrespective of size or sector that has been trading for more than one year but less than three years as of 31 March 2012. There is no turnover criteria. The business must demonstrate outstanding performance in a number of aspects relating to their business operation including commercial success, clear plans for growth, commitment to staff, local communities, environment and customers, a track record of innovation and strong leadership. Entrants will also be asked why they set up their business, to outline the challenges they faced and how these have been overcome.

Judge's Quote:

Start Up businesses are vital to our economy and Lloyds TSB Commercial have helped over 118,000 businesses start up between November 2010 and October 2011 alone.

We are looking for businesses that have grasped the opportunity of start up in one of the most challenging economic environments for decades and can clearly demonstrate how they will succeed in the coming months and years.

Paul Narramore, Senior Manager, LLoyds TSB Commercial