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Last chance to enter business awards recognising skills across Greater Manchester

The closing date for entries is fast approaching for the inaugural Skills for Business Awards that will celebrate the direct impact learning has on businesses in Greater Manchester.

With a deadline of Friday 4 April, time is running short to submit and entry. The awards will recognise learning excellence in Greater Manchester and highlight the importance of people as an asset for any business.

Entry is free for any of the 20 categories that cover a range of sectors including public sector, financial and professional services, health and social care, manufacturing, construction, retail, hospitality and tourism.

Recognition will also be given to the best small, medium and large business, as well as trophies for social enterprise, school, learning provider and apprentice of the year. The finale will include a special Rising Star award for an exceptional leaner.

The awards are created through collaboration between the Greater Manchester Learning Provider Network (GMPLN), Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce and New Economy (NE). The Jury, who will be judging the entries, includes Adam Jupp, editor of Greater Manchester Business week and the Manchester Evening News’ business pages, and Councillor Sue Murphy, Deputy Leader and Executive Member for Employment and Skills at Manchester City Council.

Louise Timperley, Head of Skills and Employment from Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce said: “We are very much looking forward to seeing the entries and it’s fantastic to have such a prestigious Jury to help us select the winners.

“With 20 awards categories, we cover almost every sector, so there really is an award for everyone. We know that many organisations in Greater Manchester do a tremendous job promoting learning in the workplace, and this is their opportunity to shine.”

The ceremony will be held on 3 July at The Hilton Hotel Manchester Deansgate and the lead sponsor is Pearson Work Based Learning, part of the world’s leading education company. Irish comedian and presenter of TV’s The Apprentice, You’re Fired!, Dara O Briain will be compère the evening.

The shortlist will be announced in May.

For more information about the Skills for Business Awards visit www.skillsforbusinessawards.co.uk

This was posted in Bdaily's Members' News section by Simon Malia .