LAST call for entries!

The deadline is fast approaching for entries to the 2012 Examiner Business Awards.

The awards, sponsored by law firm Chadwick Lawrence, are regarded as the highlight of the business calendar.

Now it’s your last chance to nominate yourself or another business you know well for the awards.

There are 10 categories open for entry to businesses of all types and sizes.

The awards also include the coveted Business Person of the Year, a judges’ choice award recognising an outstanding personality from the world of business and commerce.

The full list of awards is: Kirklees Council Business of the Year, Kirklees Stadium Development Ltd SME of the Year, Walker Singleton Business of the Year, Stafflex Community Award, Green Award, HSBC International Business of the Year, David Brown Huddersfield “Place to Make It” Award, University of Huddersfield Innovation and Enterprise Award, The Pink Link Employer of the Year, Fantastic Media Young Business Person of the Year, Chadwick Lawrence LLP Business Person of the Year.

Full details of the categories and criteria – as well as some information on the judging criteria – is available on the website www.examinerbusinessawards.co.uk

To enter, visit the website and download an entry form.

Alternatively, you can call the events team on 01484 437702 or email businessawards@examiner.co.uk to request a copy.

The deadline for entries is Friday.

All entries received will be reviewed by our independent panel of judges and the shortlists announced in the paper in September.

Urging organisations to enter, Examiner editor Roy Wright said: “This in an opportunity to be judged against other successful businesses by our independent panel of judges and receive recognition for your achievements.

“Being shortlisted and winning an award is an opportunity to prove to your customers and supplier just how successful your business.

“It is an independent and prestigious endorsement of the quality of your company. It tells people your company has credibility and can be taken seriously.

“Taking part is also a fantastic way to raise the profile of your company, with the awards featured in the Examiner.”

The winners will be announced at a gala dinner and awards ceremony hosted by BBC Look North presenter Harry Gration on Thursday, November 8, at The John Smith’s Stadium in Huddersfield.

The awards ceremony will be attended by the nominees and awards sponsors and will be a fantastic networking event to meet other successful business people and listen to Gerald Ratner, this year’s keynote speaker.