Winners of the West Suffolk Business Awards 2024 Celebrated at Event in Bury St Edmunds

Business leaders, entrepreneurs, and community champions from across the region gathered for the prestigious West Suffolk Business Awards 2024, hosted at The Apex, Bury St Edmunds.

This much-anticipated event, now in its 13th year, celebrated excellence across 13 categories, spotlighting the remarkable achievements of West Suffolk’s business community.

With more than 200 nominations submitted, the awards highlighted the innovation, growth, and resilience of businesses across the region. The Suffolk Chamber of Commerce, proud sponsors of the event, congratulates all winners and highly commended businesses on their outstanding contributions to the local economy and community.

Recognising Small and Large Business Excellence

The Suffolk Chamber of Commerce was honoured to sponsor two of the awards: Business of the Year (Small) and Business of the Year (Medium/Large).

• AWM Ltd was named Business of the Year (Small), recognised for their excellence in providing innovative weighing solutions in Bury St Edmunds.
• Lark Technology Group Ltd, based in Woolpit, won Business of the Year (Medium/Large) for their advancements in industrial control and safety systems.

Both businesses have demonstrated exceptional commitment to innovation, quality, and sustainable growth, embodying the core values that the Suffolk Chamber aims to promote.

A Night of Celebration and Inspiration

The evening also featured a special Lifetime Achievement Award, presented to Daemmon Reeve, former CEO of Treatt Plc. 

The Suffolk Chamber of Commerce is particularly pleased to see the emphasis on community impact, environmental responsibility, and innovation, which align with the Chamber’s own mission to support a thriving and interconnected business environment. 

A Showcase of West Suffolk’s Talent

The event highlighted West Suffolk’s diverse business landscape, with awards for entrepreneurial achievements, community involvement, and leadership. Suffolk Chamber’s President Nick Evans said:

"We are thrilled to see so many local businesses and leaders recognised for their hard work and dedication. It is businesses like these that drive West Suffolk forward, creating jobs, fostering innovation, and making a real difference in their communities. Congratulations to all the winners, and we look forward to continuing to support you in your journey."

As Suffolk Mind was the charity partner for this year’s event, funds raised during the gala will contribute to mental health initiatives across the region, underscoring the community spirit that was evident throughout the night.

The Suffolk Chamber of Commerce congratulates all the winners and nominees and looks forward to another successful year of collaboration, growth, and prosperity in West Suffolk.

The Winners

Apprentice / Trainee of the Year, sponsored by WS Training
Winner: Tatiana Feriancova: Treatt Plc, Bury St Edmunds
Highly commended: Naomi Halls: Videndum Production Solutions, Bury St Edmunds

Freelancer of the Year, sponsored by @inc
Winner: A Girl’s Best Friend: Beauty services, Haverhill
Highly commended: Calatech: Mobile phones and refurbished electronics, Haverhill

Employee of the Year, sponsored by West Suffolk College
Winner: Amy Corcoran: Toolbox Marketing, marketing services, Bardwell

Contribution to the Community, sponsored by Whitings LLP
Winner: Lake Avenue Store & PO: Bury St Edmunds
Highly commended: Still Good Food: Food charity, Bury St Edmunds

Customer Service, sponsored by Our Bury St Edmunds BID
Winner: The Wine Cellar: Wine bar, Bury St Edmunds

Green/Environment Award, sponsored by arc Shopping Centre
Winner: Still Good Food: Food charity, Bury St Edmunds
Highly commended: Eastern Education Group/West Suffolk College: Education providers, Bury St Edmunds

The West Suffolk Award for Innovation, sponsored by TREATT Plc
Winner: Guardtech Group: Cleanroom solutions, Haverhill

Investing in West Suffolk, sponsored by West Suffolk Council
Winner: Claydon Drill: Farm machinery manufacturer, Wickhambrook
Highly commended: Starlings Toys: Toy shop, Bury St Edmunds

Business Leader, sponsored by Greene & Greene Solicitors
Winner: Dr Nikos Savvas: Eastern Education Group inc West Suffolk College, Bury St Edmunds
Highly commended: Chloe Keith: Toolbox Marketing Services, Bardwell

Best New Start-Up, sponsored by MENTA
Winner: Craig Richardson Funeral Celebrant: Funeral planning, Bury St Edmunds
Highly commended: Anglia CPR: CPR and first aid training, Bury St Edmunds

Business of the Year (Small), sponsored by Suffolk Chamber of Commerce
Winner: AWM Ltd: Weighing solutions, Bury St Edmunds
Highly commended: Depden Care Farm: Therapy, education, training, Bury St Edmunds

Business of the Year(Medium/Large), sponsored by Suffolk Chamber of Commerce
Winner: Lark Technology Group Ltd: Industrial control and safety systems, Woolpit

Lifetime Achievement, sponsored by Jaynic
Winner: Daemmon Reeve, former CEO, Treatt Plc