BECBC regularly recognises the fantastic work of our members through a BECBC Business Awards Dinner. However this year, due to the pandemic, that has unfortunately not been possible.

BECBC still want to recognise its members and the incredible work they have achieved this year, not only to battle through the difficult business landscape, but to support others.

The BECBC Shadow Board have created the interim BECBC Shadow Board Awards which will recognise four individuals or organisations within their strategic themes.

Nominations for these awards close 5.00pm on 27 November 2020.

  • All the Awards are open to any individual/organisation who is a current member of BECBC.
  • You may put yourself forward for an Award or nominate someone else that you feel is deserving.
  • You may submit a nomination for one or more Awards. 
  • Nominations may be made for joint ventures or projects, as long as at least one of the participants involved is a BECBC member – please make this clear in your entry.
  • Sponsors may not enter an Award in which they are involved and may not be nominated for that Award either.

Additional information:
  • All awards are made at the discretion of the judges and the Shadow Board of Britain’s Energy Coast Business Cluster.
  • The right is reserved not to make awards in a particular category.
  • The judges reserve the right to refuse entries without giving reason.
  • The judges’ decision is final in all matters.
  • The judges have the authority to move entries into more applicable categories.
  • All information received will be treated in complete confidence.
Winners will be announced on social media between the 7 and 16 of December, with certificates being presented online at the 16 December 2020 e-Meeting (our Christmas e-Event).

Any questions?
Please contact: shadowboard@becbusinesscluster.co.uk

We look forward to receiving your nominations. 

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* 1. Business Collaboration Award  – Nomination

Collaborating is at the core of what BECBC is about that’s why our Shadow Board see it as a key part of their strategy. When we collaborate, if that’s working on projects or as a joint venture, we are increasing our capability as well as growing the diverse economy in Cumbria.

We’re looking for an organisation or individual who has embodied this theme in 2020 through, but not limited to, any of the following:
·       Setting up a new joint venture
·       Working collectively with other BECBC Members
·       Growing your network and contributing to BECBC

Please enter the name of the person and/or organisation you are nominating for this Award:

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* 2. Why are you nominating them for this Award (400 words max)?

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* 3. Better Place to Live and Work Award  – Nomination

We believe that Cumbria is one of the best places to live and work in the UK and that’s why the BECBC Shadow Board aim to champion this across all the work we do.

We’re now looking to recognise an organisation or individual who has gone over and above to help support this cause in some way. This could be by doing, but not limited to, any of the following:
·       Demonstrating Cumbria’s excellence to a broad external audience
·       Encouraging local spending initiatives or supporting community activities
·       Attracting, retaining and growing talent within the workforce/local area
·       Taking a lead on developing or supporting a sustainable future for Cumbria

Please enter the name of the person and/or organisaion you are nominating for this Award:

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* 4. Why are you nominating them for this Award (400 words max)?

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* 5. Developing the Next Generation Award  – Nomination (sponsored by NIS Limited)

The future of the UK’s workforce is in the next generation, young professionals who are keen to develop and grow within our businesses.

2020 has been a hard year particularly for those early in their careers such as school leavers and apprentices so we want to recognise an organisaion or individual who has supported those young professionals through, but not limited to, any of the following:
·       Promoting apprenticeships/traineeships within their business or industry
·       Supporting existing junior employees through development opportunities
·       Mentoring or providing time to share experiences with young professionals

Please enter the name of the person and/or organisaion you are nominating for this Award:

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* 6. Why are you nominating them for this Award (400 words max)?

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* 7. Diversity and Inclusion Award  – Nomination (sponsored by the National Nuclear Laboratory)

This year the issues and stigma surrounding equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) have been at the front of many conversations, particularly around our mental health. Looking out for one another has never been as important especially when many of us are working remotely added to the personal restrictions the pandemic has enforced.

We are looking to recognise an organisation or individual who has promoted EDI values through, but not limited to, the following:
·       Promoting EDI campaigns to raise awareness of issues
·       Working with organisations providing support
·       Personally providing support to colleagues

Please enter the name of the person and/or organisaion you are nominating for this Award:

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* 8. Why are you nominating them for this Award (400 words max)?

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* 9. Please add your name, organisation and email (so we can confirm your nomination and contact you if necessary about the entry):

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