MK Business Achievement Award winners

SEMLEP's Chair Dr Ann Limb CBE DL and National Locums were the big winners at this year’s prestigious Milton Keynes Business Achievement (MKBAA) Awards.

 

The MKBAA Lifetime Achievement Award, sponsored by Barclays, was awarded to Ann for her significant contribution to the business community in Milton Keynes, raising the profile of her own sector, organisation, and, that of the region in a positive way.

 

National Locums impressed the judges with its sustained growth, including the imminent launch of its operations overseas, earning it the title of Business of the Year 2016.

 

• Hospitality – sponsored by Freeths: The Brasserie at Milton Keynes College
• Professional Practice – sponsored by Keens Shay Keens:National Locums
• Design and Creativity – sponsored by Evolution: David Coles Architects
• Private Business – sponsored by Geoffrey Leaver: Celestra
• Logistics and Distribution – sponsored by Cranfield University: John Lewis
• Leisure and Entertainment – sponsored by Bletchley Parks Trust: The Stables
• Community Impact – sponsored by Destination MK: MK Gallery
• Environmental – sponsored by Dentons: Bridgman and Bridgman LLP
• Innovation and Technology – sponsored by Kingston Smith: Comms 365
• Manufacturing – sponsored by Santander Corporate & Commercial:SMC Pnuematics UK
• Independent Retailer – sponsored by One MK: Willen Hospice Retail
• New Business – sponsored by Invest MK – MK Council: Jeanius Consulting Ltd

Commenting on the award Dr Ann Limb said: “This award, which took me by complete surprise, comes in my 30th year of living and working in Milton Keynes - that's half my life!  Mancunian by birth, I love Milton Keynes and am proud to have been involved in so many of the city's achievements.

“I don't intend to hang my boots up yet - there's tons of life left in me and I shall continue to devote my energies to ensuring Milton Keynes and the wider South East Midlands region grows and prospers into the future.”

The awards were once again organised by Milton Keynes Business Leaders Partnership (MKBLP), in association with full service marketing agency Interdirect and event management experts Evolution.

 

Chair of MKBLP, Dr Philip Smith MBE said: “Now in its third consecutive year, Milton Keynes Business Achievement Awards continues to go from strength to strength, highlighting the dynamic and innovative approach taken by so many of Milton Keynes’ inspiring businesses. It was fantastic to see 600 smartly dressed guests at the Double Tree by Hilton tonight, all eager to support their friends and colleagues from businesses across Milton Keynes.”