THE Redditch Business Awards on Friday, November 1 honoured the remarkable accomplishments of businesses across the region.

Hosted at the Palace Theatre, the event gathered a diverse group of entrepreneurs, industry leaders, and community supporters to recognise the hard work and dedication that define the Redditch business landscape.

Organised by Redditch BID, sponsor partners included Kingfisher Redditch, Redditch United, Heaphys Menswear, Reimagine Redditch, Worcestershire Growth Hub, Barclays, and Minuteman

With a record-breaking number of nominees vying for accolades across multiple categories, the awards highlighted significant contributions to the local economy, entrepreneurial spirit, and community involvement.

Categories included Best New Business, Excellence in Customer Service, and the coveted Business of the Year, among others.

Muj Rahman, Redditch BID manager said: “We are absolutely delighted to celebrate the exceptional businesses in Redditch. The talent and commitment demonstrated by our nominees and winners are truly inspiring.

"This event underscores the resilience and vibrancy of our local economy and the strong community ties that bind us together.”

The winners of the 2024 Redditch Business Awards include; Small Business of the Year: Rectory Road Fish Bar, Start-up Business of the Year: Innovate Dance Academy, Independent Business of the Year: Astwood_Smiles_Nursery, Retailer of the Year: The Entertainer, Hair, Beauty, and Well-Being Business of the Year: The Loft Hair and Beauty. Employer of the Year: Primark, Manufacturing Business of the Year: Micro Spring and Presswork Ltd, Innovation and Technology Award: Fogstar Ltd, Marketing Campaign of the Year: Bank Solicitors, Hospitality Business of the Year: No 505 café bar, Charity of the Year: Where Next Association, Customer Service Excellence (Small Business): Bainbridge Opticians, Customer Service Excellence (Large Business): Kingfisher, Redditch, E-commerce Business of the Year: Alphawolf_Gymwear, Tradesperson of the Year: Andy Howard (Kingfisher Home Developments), Entrepreneur of the Year: Niel (Riley Boutique), The People’s Choice Award: Wallop Boxing Club, Redditch BID Business of the Year: Aroma Coffee Bar, Corporate Social Responsibility Award: H&M, Business Leader of the Year: Sobea Ifran, and Business of the Year: Bainbridge Opticians.