The search is now on for Britain’s first-ever Investec Food & Drink Entrepreneur of the Year 2014, seeking top food and drink entrepreneurs from the nation whose food is now the envy of the world.
The Awards are partnered by Business is GREAT/The GREAT Britain Campaign which showcases the very best of what Britain has to offer.
Small or large, producer or retailer…
Whether small or large, a producer or a retailer, the unique chance is here to tell your story, parade your business success before the country’s greatest entrepreneurs themselves – and win £5000. The competition is free to enter.
The glittering judging panel includes the indefatigable Luke Johnson (Pizza Express, Patisserie Valerie, Feng Sushi, Strada, Giraffe, Gail’s Artisan Bakery), Lord Karan Bilimoria of Cobra Beer, Julian Metcalfe, Pret a Manger and Itsu, Lady Carole Bamford of Daylesford Organics and Lord Noon of Noon Foods.
World-beating innovation in Britain
Brought to you by The Food Awards Company, Investec Food & Drink Entrepreneur of the Year 2014 is sponsored by Investec, the specialist bank with deep entrepreneurial roots and a core focus on working with entrepreneurs and their businesses.
James Stirling of Investec, said: “Investec is delighted to be sponsoring the Food & Drink Entrepreneur of the Year awards. Britain continues to foster world-beating innovation in this industry, with some of the most exciting new brands in recent years originating from these shores. The Food & Drink sector has always been a key focus of activity for Investec, and one in which we have gained a deep institutional expertise, having worked with so many successful entrepreneurs in this space over the years.”
So don’t stay in the wings – put your best foot forward, take a bow and see your name in lights!
Timings
• Investec Food & Drink Entrepreneur of the Year opens to entries on Thursday 15 May 2014
• Close to entries on Friday 12 September 2014
• Winners announced on Tuesday 6 November 2014
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