We've been asked to pass on the details of this year's SCDI Business Excellence Awards being held in Inverness on 14 September 2012:
"...The SCDI Highlands and Islands Business Excellence Awards provide a unique platform to showcase the achievements of the region's organisations and celebrate excellence in a wide range of sectors. The event is a highlight in the Highland Business calendar attended by over 340 guests drawn from across the business and economic community.
We are delighted to announce that Andrew Dixon, Chief Executive of Creative Scotland, will be the guest speaker at this year’s Highlands & Islands Annual Dinner & Business Excellence Awards.
....with after dinner entertainment provided by Hugh Dennis, and the evening hosted by the BBC broadcaster Sally Magnusson, the evening promises to be one to remember.
Entries are currently being sought for the following award categories:
Benromach Award for Excellence in International Business
This award will be presented to the organisation, based in the Highlands and Islands, which can best demonstrate a track-record of outstanding achievement in the global marketplace.
The Crown Estate One to Watch Award for Excellence in a Marine Business
This award will be presented to the small marine business, based in the Highlands and Islands, which can best demonstrate emerging growth potential and innovation. This should be supported by evidence of business performance, environmental care and sustainability and may also include local community involvement.
Global Energy Award for Excellence in People Development
This award will be presented to the organisation, based in the Highlands and Islands, which can best demonstrate its commitment to developing the skills of its employees.
Highlands and Islands Enterprise Award for Excellence in Research and Innovation
This award will be presented to the organisation, based in the Highlands and Islands, which can best demonstrate the application of Research and/or Innovation to improve their competitiveness.
ScotRail Award for Excellence in Business Service & Engagement
This award will be presented to the business, in the Highlands and Islands, which has had the greatest impact on other businesses or their sector through innovative service or engagement.
The Scottish Environment Protection Agency Award for Excellence in Environmental Sustainability
This award will be presented to the business or organisation, based in the Highlands and Islands, which can best demonstrate its commitment and overall approach to improving its environmental performance and resource efficiency.
SCDI Highlands & Islands Chairman's Award for Oustanding Business Achievement
This award will be presented to the company, based in the Highlands and Islands, which best demonstrates having made a significant positive contribution to the regional economy...."
All the event details can be found here: Link
