King’s Awards for Enterprise 2024

It is always a delight to welcome Mark Ansell, Deputy Lord Lieutenant of Devon, to the North Devon Business Awards to talk about the benefits of entering the King’s Awards for Enterprise. Once again, Mark is urging more businesses across the county, especially in North Devon, to enter the King’s Awards and Business Action supports … Read more

Devon Women in Business Awards 2024

The Devon Women in Business Awards, organised by Maureen Townsend and Louise Jenner (pictured), are now open for entries.Self entry is encouraged, although nominations for Female Apprentice, Female Employee of the Year and Best Supporting Act (any gender) are welcomed. DWIB collaborates with other Devon award schemes including the Torbay Inspiring Business Awards, Devon Chamber … Read more

West Country Women Awards

Afternoon tea at Castle Hill, Filleigh set the scene for co-founders and directors Alexis Bowater OBE and Tess Stuber to introduce the West Country Women Awards to 100 assembled women from across North Devon. After a welcome from the Countess of Arran, Vice Lord-Lieutenant of Devon, Alexis explained how the West Country Women Awards shine … Read more

North Devon Business Awards 2024 winners

The winners of the Business Action North Devon Business Awards 2024 were announced at the Winners Celebration – sponsored by NFU Mutual Barnstaple and Bideford – at the Landmark Theatre, Ilfracombe on Thursday 9 May. North Devon Business of the Year 2024 Sponsor Philip J Milton announced Coastal Recycling as the North Devon Business of … Read more

North Devon Business Awards 2024 now open

The fifth annual North Devon Business Awards are now open for entries with 14 categories offering the opportunity for every business in the area to enter. The awards are free to enter for every business based or operating in North Devon and there are no costs involved at any stage, apart from the price of … Read more

Lyn Valley Dog House is #SmallBiz100 small business champion

Jacquie Dove, owner of The Lyn Valley Dog House in Lynton, was one of hundreds of small businesses joining a special reception at the House of Lords in November to celebrate the upcoming Small Business Saturday.  Small Business Saturday is on 2 December 2023 to celebrate small business success and encourages people to ‘shop local’ and support … Read more

King’s Awards for Enterprise now open for entries

How can you display the official King’s Award for Enterprise emblem for your business? That’s what Mark Ansell, Deputy Lord Lieutenant of Devon, answered on stage at the North Devon Business Awards. After the success of one of our 2022 winners – Moo Free Chocolates – in receiving the King’s Award for Enterprise, Mark is … Read more

North Devon Manufacturers Awards now open for entries

The 2023 North Devon Manufacturers Awards are now open for entries – the closing date is 1 September. The awards are open both to NDMA members and non-members, and seek to recognise and celebrate all manufacturing across North Devon. There are nine categories, which are free to enter: ➤ Apprentice ➤ Business transformation ➤ Environmental … Read more

Devon Women in Business Awards now open for entries

The 2023 Devon Women in Business Awards are now open for entries – the closing date is 15 September. There are 12 categories in all including two new awards: Female Apprentice of the Year and Female Led Community Group / Project / Charity. Awards sponsors this year include South Devon College (Apprentice of the Year) … Read more

Business Action is Devon Chamber awards finalist

Business Action was named one of three finalists in Devon & Plymouth Chamber of Commerce’s Digital Business of the Year Award, sponsored by Wildanet. Editor Robert Zarywacz was also named one of three finalists in the chamber’s Steve Whiteway Award for the individual who has made the most significant individual contribution to the community. The … Read more

North Devon Business Awards 2023 finalists

The finalists in all 12 categories of the North Devon Business Awards have been announced and are listed below. The awards attracted a record number of 122 entries this year and 48 finalists have been selected by the panel of eight judges. The winner of each category will then proceed to selection for the North … Read more

NDMA North Devon Manufacturing Awards 2022

The North Devon Manufacturing Awards are returning after a two-year hiatus. Organised by the North Devon Manufacturers Association, any business in North Devon can enter the awards for free, both NDMA members and non-members. The 10 award categories are: Apprentice Business Transformation Champion Manufacturer Environmental Project Exporter Health & Safety / Covid Resilience Innovation Product … Read more

North Devon Business Awards 2022 winners

175 guests assembled at the Landmark Theatre, Ilfracombe, North Devon on Thursday 19 May to raise a glass of Rosefinch Devon sparkling wine from Ten Acres Vineyard to toast the winners of the Business Action North Devon Business Awards 2022. The awards, organised by Business Action, the independent North Devon business magazine, attracted 114 entries … Read more

Business Action North Devon Business Awards 2022

The third annual Business Action North Devon Business Awards are now open for entries to celebrate the achievements of North Devon businesses. Click on the awards below to enter – you can enter as many categories as appropriate. Closing date for entries – Monday 21 February 2022. The winner of each category will go forward … Read more