Cedar Court Hotel, off Mayo Avenue and Rooley Lane, played host to the thrilling night on Friday, July 19.
The awards recognised the very best businesses across the Bradford district and gave those on the shortlist an opportunity to celebrate their success with colleagues and clients. 12 awards were presented to bosses and individuals from businesses spread across a range of different sectors during the ceremony which also included entertainment from esteemed host Aaron Calvert.
On the night, LOCALiQ sales director Steve Lowe said, “If you entered an award, you are already a winner. The reason I say that is if you are and or owner of a business which done something that deserves recognition, you should pat yourself on the back because that is a positive trait. Very rarely do we stop and reflect and say are we doing a good job.
“Whether you win or not, if you got put in for an entry it means there is something in your business that you are doing well. I want to thank everyone for coming. Congratulations to all the winners!
“I want to thank our sponsors. We have got 15 fantastic sponsors, and my last thank you goes to Bradford College. They have stepped in this year as our headline sponsor. We have got a fantastic partnership with them.”
Executive director of Bradford 2025, Dan Bates then took to the stage and added, “We are really proud to help support these awards this evening. Next year is the most significant year in Bradford’s history. Be proud of it”.
Business of The Year award sponsored by Blacks Solicitors goes to Seabrooks Crisps 
Family Business of The Year award goes to Regal Foods Plc sponsored by The Broadway 
Business in The Community Award sponsored by BRSK goes to Sovereign Healthcare 
The Sustainability Award presewnted to Airedale Springs sponsored by Solenis 
Social Mobility Award is presented to Adams Food Services sponsored by 24 Hour Healthcare 
Apprentice of The Year award sponsored by BD2025 goes to Tommy Taylor from Mansfield Pollard 
SME Business of The Year award goes to Commerce Business Systems Ltd sponsored by BHP 
Excellence in Education & Training Award sponsored by Bradford College goes to Bagnalls 
Employer of The Year award sponsored by Christeyns goes to Schofield Sweeney 
Manufacturer of The Year award sponsored by Thorite goes to Seabrooks Crisps 
Innovation Award is sponsored by Schofield Sweeney goes to Coral Windows 
Bradford Means Business awards 2024 
Finalists in the Bradford means Business awards 2024
