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to be announced on the night
Charity of the Year
An organisation that not necessarily have raised the most money but who have gone above and beyond in an imaginative way to raise money or acquire goods to assist others in a charitable way. The effort that has been put into their fundraising sets them apart from their counterparts.
- Black Owned Birmingham CIC
- Black Women Rising
- Breakin Barriers
- Brixton Soup Kitchen
- Sports Key CIC
Community Unsung Hero of the Year
We are looking for a person who puts others before their own needs by going the extra mile to selflessly help others. We would like nominations for a person who has stepped in to help time and time again on their own initiative and is modest in their approach.
- Diane Spence
- Grant Dempsey
- Javeno McClean
- Leon Moses
- Robina Iqbal
Entrepreneur of the Year
This is an individual who is driven by his/her desire to succeed. Those individuals who have built something truly remarkable and have stopped at nothing to achieve their ambitions. Someone who has been determined to turn their passion into a business and have made it profitable.
- Anthony Laville
- Ben Amanna
- Chef Kano
- Monique Salmon
- Pamela Aculey
Excellence in Diversity & Inclusion
This organisation has made a significant impact in the D&I space. They have continued to break down barriers and widen participation and access for all. They welcome diversity and continuously advocate for equality and inclusion in all they do.
- Birmingham Hippodrome
- Black Criminology Network
- Hardeep Sanghera
- Jenny Garrett OBE
- Rowena Barclay
Health & Wellbeing Champion
This award is for an organisation or an individual who has demonstrated excellence in working with a specific community of identity e.g. ethnic, LGBT or disabled communities, or communities of experience, e.g. homeless, carers, veterans to reduce health inequalities, using evidence, collaboration and engagement to support real change in people’s lives.
- Bread for Life
- Daniel Wilsher
- Kareen Griffiths
- Lee Chambers
- Scott Sawyers & Troy Hemus
Lifetime Achievement
The lifetime achievement award recognises an individual’s outstanding continuous contribution that has a lasting impact on others. This individual displays an exceptionally positive impact on the life of others time and time again.
- Claudine Reid MBE
- John Simmit
- Karen Bailey
- Mukhtar Dar
- Mykal Brown MBE
Mentor of the Year
This award is for someone who has a willingness to share skills, knowledge, and expertise in a chosen field. Someone who is willing to teach what he/she knows and really helps the mentee wherever they are in their professional development. Somebody who remembers what it was like just starting out in their careers and is passionate about developing the next generation of professionals in the region.
- Chinazor Vivian Kalu
- Daniella Blechner
- Jermaine Buchanan
- Laura Fisher
- Marlon Walters
Most Inspirational Person of the Year
An individual that inspires others to excel beyond their limiting beliefs. Someone that puts others to the forefront to help them believe, achieve, attain and retain the life they have always hoped for. This inspiring person uses their unique story to help others.
- Avril Grant
- Cephas Williams
- Ibby Aslam
- Jason Arday
- Sarah Louise Rose
- Sukhdev Reel
Outstanding Business of the Year
This award is for those businesses that are in a class of their own! They tick all the boxes for their clients and customers and provide not only a top quality service or product but recognise that customer service is crucial as well. This business will be a successful business in their own right regardless of how long they have been in business.
- Mellow’s Bar and Restaurant
- Micro-Fresh
- Nala’s Baby
- Jamaya
- Volume Property
Outstanding Senior Leader of the Year
This award is for a senior leader who encompasses a distinct set of qualities and behaviours that inspire and empower others to reach their full potential. A visionary, able to envision a compelling future and articulate a clear direction for their team or organisation. Someone who leads by example, demonstrating integrity, authenticity, and ethical behaviour in all their interactions.
- Cecil Peters, JPMorgan Chase & Co
- Professor Aleks Subic, Aston University
- Sheetal Sanghvi, RSM UK
- Wayne Brown, West Midlands Fire Service
- Yetunde Dania, Trowers & Hamlins
Professional of the Year
This is a professional who demonstrates excellence in what they do. A person who goes above and beyond for the company they work for and helps others along the way. Somebody who has made a significant impact in the company and wider community.
- Chris Lawrence, Deutsche Bank
- Dr Julie Hammond, NHS/ Dr Hammond Aesthetics
- Joanna Lee-Mills, Shakespeare Martineau
- Mahari Hay, Lloyds Banking Group
- Natalie Ojevah MBE, Barclays UK
- Trishna Naik, Jaguar Land Rover
Rising Star of the Year
The rising star award is presented to a person aged 18-30 to has made a significant impact in their industry and has shown exceptional promise. This person can either be employed or self-employed. The work they do must be inspiring to others.
- Austin Okolo
- Cordell Lake-Benjamin
- Halee Robinson
- Kvng Fadez
- Sabrina Hewitt
- Yeshua Carter
Role Model of the Year Award
This category is open to any person either employed, self-employed or volunteer who has exceeded expectations of their role and who stands out for making a positive contribution to society and the people around them. The individual will be outstanding in their efforts to deliver good ethics and values.
- DJ Day Day
- George Imafidon MBE
- Leon Wenham
- Nadine White
- Peter Komolafe
Social Campaigner of the Year
We are looking for a person who is passionate about equality and uses their platform and voice to bring about social change. Somebody who feels strongly about a cause and selflessly works towards fighting for equality.
- Anna Whitehouse
- Aaron Dale
- Camealia Xavier-Chihota
- Chante Joseph FRSA
- Kayne Kawasaki
- Tom McNeil
Honorary Awards and Sponsors
Headline Partner
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Platinum Sponsor
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