Don't delay - get your nominations in now for this year's Chad Business and Community Awards
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This has been the most extraordinary of years with huge challenges faced by businesses and communities in the face of the coronavirus pandemic and the commitment of individuals, organisations and companies has been incredible.
And to reflect that, this year’s Chad Business Awards – open to nominations from the Mansfield and Ashfield area – has a category called The Big Thank You Award.
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Hide AdThis year has seen a surge in charitable work with people simply looking out for each other, whether friends, family, neighbours, strangers or an organised group.
And it’s thanks to the sort of people who will be nominated for this award that society has been able to cope in the way it has so tell us about your coronavirus community heroes.
If you’re talking about heroes, then key workers are top of the list for many and one group that has earned it’s own category in this year’s awards are the teachers.
When the country went into lockdown back in March, many schools – although officially closed – remained open every day for the children of vital key workers.
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Hide AdThe Education Award is to recognise the great work within the education sector during the Covid-19 outbreak, from schools to teachers, childminders, nannies and childcare settings.
There are also eight other awards categories that businesses and community organisations can also be nominated in.
Innovation
How has your business adapted to change, or utilised an innovative idea in order during the past year, and what were you able to do to mitigate against the effects of the pandemic?
Community Contribution
This award aims to recognise those local businesses who have taken the time to give something back, especially during lockdown.
Independent Retailer of the Year
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Hide AdThe past few months have been challenging for local retailers so we would like to hear how your business has adapted to reach your target market or simply to survive during the Covid crisis.
Professional Services
Open to organisations of any size, we want to hear about your business and what measures were taken or services to the community provided, in recent months.
Customer Service
This award aims to reward and recognise a company, individual, or team, for their outstanding achievement in providing exceptional customer service.
Excellence in Manufacturing
This award will be presented to the company that demonstrates a modern, efficient and innovative approach to manufacturing.
Best Place to Eat and Drink
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Hide AdOpen to any business that serves food and/or drink, we want to hear about your business and how you have adapted to serve your customers during the Covid crisis.
Lifetime Achievement
The judges are looking for an individual who has had a major impact on their business and the area over a number of years.
So don’t hesitate, make your nomination at www.chadbusinessawards.co.uk by 6pm on Friday, October 30.