Pride of Tameside Business Awards returns this June – Nominations now open!

THE highly anticipated Pride of Tameside Business Awards is making a spectacular return this June, and nominations are now open!

This is your chance to celebrate the outstanding individuals and businesses that drive the local economy and strengthen Tameside’s community.

Organised by Tameside Council, the awards are made possible thanks to the generous support of headline and category sponsors. This year, Greater Manchester Business Growth Hub our headline sponsor and local creative powerhouse Visual Architects are leading the way—alongside a fantastic lineup of local business sponsors.

If you run a business that deserves recognition, submit your nomination today in one of the following categories, each proudly sponsored by a local business:

• Large Employer of the Year – GM Business Growth Hub
• Event Sponsor – Visual Architects
• Digital Sponsor – Brand Twelve
• SME of the Year (2 – 50 Employees) – Bromleys Solicitors
• Entrepreneur of the Year – TBA
• Creative Business of the Year – RSK Group
• Manufacturer/Engineering Business of the Year – Bennett Staff
• Construction/Property Business of the Year – TBA
• Childcare/Social Care Business of the Year – Auxilium
• Tech/Digital Business of the Year – Tameside College
• Social Enterprise/CIC/Charity of the Year – Red Rock
• Green Impact Business of the Year – AC Group
• Hospitality, Retail, and eCommerce Business of the Year – TBA

Cllr Andrew McLaren, Tameside Council’s Deputy Leader and Executive Member, for Growth, Housing and Homelessness said: "We want as many Tameside businesses as possible as we celebrate the exceptional talent, innovation, and enterprising spirit thriving across our borough. These awards are a fantastic opportunity to reflect on achievements, hard work, and progress while showcasing the strength of our local business community."

Nominations are officially open! and businesses can take the opportunity to shine a spotlight on the businesses that make Tameside great! Businesses have until midnight on Sunday 20 April 2025 to enter, by applying online at www.prideoftamesideawards.co.uk

Want to support the event? There are still opportunities to sponsor award categories or get involved in other ways. Contact the team at tamesidemeansbusiness@tameside.gov.uk.