Winners of the Torfaen and Monmouthshire Business Awards announced
Thursday evening saw the winners of the Torfaen and Monmouthshire Business Awards 2024 revealed with Mamhilad-based Quote Detective named Employer of the Year and Financial and Professional Services Business of the Year along with J2R as SME of the Year. Other Mamhilad-based businesses to be short-listed included Nuvolt, OTL and Event Prop Shop.
The awards, now in their second year, continue to shine a spotlight on the remarkable achievements of local businesses across the Torfaen and Monmouthshire region, celebrating innovation, leadership, and excellence in various sectors.
Liz Brookes of Grapevine Management, organisers of the awards said:
“We are delighted to host the Torfaen and Monmouthshire Business Awards for its second year! By recognising exceptional entrepreneurial achievements and the incredible companies within these counties, the awards play a pivotal role in promoting business growth, fostering collaboration, and inspiring others within our community.”
The Torfaen and Monmouthshire Business Awards, were supported by headline sponsors Johnsey Estates UK Limited, along with Monmouthshire County Council, Pro Steel Engineering, Swansea Building Society, Torfaen County Borough Council, Lexon, Stills and Business News Wales.
James Crawford, Chief Executive of Johnsey Estates said: “What a great evening! These awards are a super opportunity to bring together the communities of Torfaen and Monmouthshire, and to celebrate the achievements of the entrepreneurs and businesses operating in our very special corner of South Wales. As a judging panel, we had some tough decisions to make this year. Congratulations to the winners and to all of those shortlisted.
“We are all a team representing Torfaen and Monmouthshire; together we share a common vision of making this a great place to enjoy. With over 150 businesses on site, Mamhilad is at the heart of this vision, as we continue to work in close partnership with our local authorities and many different stakeholders on this major regeneration project. I therefore thank Torfaen and Monmouthshire Councils for their support, our co-sponsors, and Grapevine Event Management for their hard work, without which these awards would not happen.”
Winners of the 2024 Torfaen and Monmouthshire Business Awards:
- Creative and Digital Business of the Year – Alliance Marketing Agency
- Employer of the Year – Quote Detective
- Entrepreneur of the Year – Luke Durham – Duke’s Gaming
- Financial and Professional Service Business of the Year – Quote Detective
- Green Business of the Year – SNOAP
- Innovation and Technology Business of the Year – STG Aerospace
- Manufacturing Business of the Year – HWM Global
- Retail Business of the year – Pedal Syndicate
- SME of the Year – J2R Demolition
- Start-Up Business of the Year – Story babies Cwmbran and Newport
- Third Sector Organisation of the Year – Hope for the Community Project
- Tourism and Hospitality Business of the Year – Parkway Hotel & Spa
Highly Commended of 2024 Torfaen and Monmouthshire Business Awards:
- Start-up Business of the Year – Shampooch Dog Spa
- Retail Business of the Year – JBXO Embroidery
- Manufacturing Business of the Year – EMES Ventilation
Further details of the Torfaen and Monmouthshire Business Awards, which will return in 2025, can be found on the website.