Lichfield gets ready to celebrate its business and community stars
Businesses, community groups and individuals from across the district have been shortlisted for this year's awards, with winners to be announced in December
The finalists for this year's Lichfield District Beacon Awards have been revealed after organisers received 175 nominations across 10 categories.
Now in their third year, the awards recognise businesses, organisations and individuals making a difference across the district.
Categories include Community Hero, Community Impact, Customer Experience, Hospitality and Independent Business, Industry and Enterprise, Large Business, New Business, Small Business, Tourism and Visitor Attraction, and Young Professional.
Among those shortlisted are Chasetown Football Club, Lichfield Garrick, Pathway Project, Lichfield Maize Maze, Palletways, Roxane UK and Tippers.
Individuals named as finalists include Alice Ryman, Chris Price, James Lewis, Jemma Tisco-Johnson and Ross Hawkes in the Community Hero category, while five people have been shortlisted for Young Professional.
Councillor Richard Holland, cabinet member for high street and economic development at Lichfield District Council, said the standard of nominations had been high.
He said: “The Beacon Awards are a fantastic opportunity to celebrate the businesses, organisations and individuals that make Lichfield district such a great place to live, work and visit.
“The standard of nominations has been incredibly high this year, showcasing the talent, dedication and achievements we have across our district.”
The nominations were reviewed by an independent panel of business and community leaders, including representatives from Palletways, Lichfield Garrick, Roxane UK, Liberty Jamboree and Lichfield Cathedral.
Rob Gittins, UK managing director of Palletways, speaking on behalf of the judges, said the range of achievements stood out, from business growth and innovation to customer service and community work.
The awards ceremony will take place on Thursday, December 3, at the Royal British Legion Remembrance Gardens in Lichfield, where the winners will be announced.
Roxane UK is returning as headline sponsor, with Palletways UK sponsoring the pre-dinner drinks reception.