Chamber recognises best of Burton business
The best of Burton business was celebrated at an awards lunch hosted by Burton & District Chamber of Commerce.
And three pillars of the district 's business community were honoured during the event at Burton Albion 's Pirelli Stadium.
Customer experience expert Michelle Spaul, of Delta Swan CX, was crowned Networker of the Year (sponsored by Volt-Age EV Charging Ltd), having attended 48 events this year - more than any other Chamber member.
Bisbell Magnetics - the family-owned manufacturer of magnetic materials and products - received the Longstanding Member Award (sponsored by Select Car Leasing) having been a member and supporter of their local Chamber for more than 70 years.
And Burton Chamber president Shaun Gray announced Dawn Ward, chief executive of Burton & South Derbyshire College, as the recipient of his President 's Award (sponsored by Ginho Group)
Mr Gray, who is also European managing director of Ginho Group, said: “It was a pleasure and honour to welcome so many people from all the different businesses and sectors represented within our Burton and district region to enjoy our inaugural celebration lunch.
“After such a challenging year, it was great to get everyone together and also recognise those who are excelling.
“I was particularly proud to present Dawn Ward CBE chief executive of Burton & South Derbyshire College with the President 's award in recognition for her outstanding service to the business community.
“Dawn, who has recently been appointed deputy lieutenant of the West Midlands, has invested a vast amount of time to many local, regional and national organisations, charities and future generations and this award is very well-deserved.
“I would also like to extend my congratulations to Michelle Spaul, for being awarded Networker of the Year and Bisbell Magnetic, who were recognised as our Longest Standing Member company with over 70 years involvement in the local area. ”
Pictured (l to r): William Lloyd Morris (Bisbell Magnets), Richard Wileman (Select Car Leasing), Richard Brooks (head of Burton Chamber), Ian Rea (VoltAge EV Charging Ltd), Michelle Spaul (Delta Swan CX) and John Beaty (Burton & South Derbyshire College Principle - accepting the President 's Award on behalf of Dawn Roberts) and Shaun Gray (Burton Chamber president)