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Evening Express Aberdeen’s Champion Awards

The Evening Express Aberdeen’s Champion 2020 Awards in association with  Balmoral Group and Original 106FM aim to recognise the people in our communities who make the north-east a fantastic place to live and work.

As a newspaper, we hear stories of individuals, groups, businesses, neighbours, key workers and youngsters across the region, who are helping people around them through what is a difficult time.

We want to recognise and reward these selfless souls who are doing their bit to help others in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire.

The event is now over and we hope you had a fabulous evening celebrating. Congratulations to all our finalists and winners and thank you to our amazing sponsors.

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For more information please contact lesley.taylor@ajl.co.uk  or call 07500773997

For sponsorship opportunities please contact carole.bruce@ajl.co.uk or call 07799545753

Key Dates

3 Aug 2020 Entries Close
21 Aug 2020 Finalists Announced
24 Sep 2020 Virtual Awards Night

Winners

  • 1

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    1. Winner Community CleanUP (Mike Scotland)
    2. Karen Mutch
    3. Lynn Geldart
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    Through a lifetime of thoughtfulness or by an act of courage or kindness, this individual or group exemplifies the essence of community spirit.  From a neighbour to a whole street, the winner of the Community Award will be selfless in their actions and care for others around them. The winner will be someone who has gone out of their way to make a difference and help those who live within their Aberdeen or Aberdeenshire community.

    Shortlist

    • Winner Community CleanUP (Mike Scotland)
    • Karen Mutch
    • Lynn Geldart

  • 2

    Sponsored By:

    1. Winner Calum Lawrie Piping Promotions
    2. Craig Wilson, The Kilted Chef
    3. HomeALone
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    In difficult times this individual or group have embraced their creative sides and provided a form of light-hearted entertainment to lift the spirits of others. This award will be presented to anyone who has done anything from dancing in the street to hosting virtual events such as pub quizzes or musical shows.

    Shortlist

    • Winner Calum Lawrie Piping Promotions
    • Craig Wilson, The Kilted Chef
    • HomeALone

  • 3

    Sponsored By:

    1. Charlie House
    2. Winner Triple A's - One Stop Shop Aberdeen
    3. WE Too!
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    This category will honour those incredible and selfless individuals who have dedicated themselves to helping north-east charities. The judges are looking for those who have worked well as a team to raise funds or someone who has taken on a lone challenge – the award will not be based on total funds raised but on the creativity and effort that has gone into the fundraising campaign.

    Shortlist

    • Charlie House
    • Winner Triple A's - One Stop Shop Aberdeen
    • WE Too!

  • 4

    Sponsored By:

    1. Winner Denis Law Legacy Trust
    2. Movement Evolution Scotland CIC
    3. Ultimate Judo (Gordon McCathie)
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    Recognising that both mental and physical health is important, especially when times are tough, the winner of this category could be an individual or well-known business. Despite people being confined to their homes, the winning candidate will have continued to provide a service from virtual fitness classes to online exercise guides. The judges also want to hear from sporting firms or individuals who may have launched their own campaigns or started a new initiative, keeping the north-east engaged with its activities.

    Shortlist

    • Winner Denis Law Legacy Trust
    • Movement Evolution Scotland CIC
    • Ultimate Judo (Gordon McCathie)

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    Sponsored By:

    1. Carron to Mumbai
    2. Winner H&S Milne & Sons
    3. Major Recruitment
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    Despite it being a testing time for businesses especially, this north-east firm will be one which has gone above and beyond to help vulnerable people or communities. Undeterred by the current climate, the winning business has put itself out there to maintain contact with its customers – new and regular – and continue to tirelessly serve them or provide a service.

    Shortlist

    • Carron to Mumbai
    • Winner H&S Milne & Sons
    • Major Recruitment

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    1. Connor Easdale
    2. Winner Demmi Ewen
    3. Mac Johnston
    4. Shahzad Ahmad
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    This award is open to individuals under the age of 20 who have shown wisdom beyond their years, selflessly taking it upon themselves to spread positivity and help others within their community. Undeterred by their young years, they have bravely tried to make a difference in a troubling time.

    Shortlist

    • Connor Easdale
    • Winner Demmi Ewen
    • Mac Johnston
    • Shahzad Ahmad

  • 7

    Sponsored By:

    1. Callum Irvine
    2. Winner Linda Cleary
    3. Nicola Robertson
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    The judges will present this award to an individual key worker who has tirelessly worked to help others, going beyond what is expected of them within their role. The key worker could be a passionate teacher who has used innovative ideas to deliver youngsters an education, a caring health worker who always puts others before themselves and always maintains a positive outlook, or a hard-working police officer on the beat who is determined to keep our communities safe. An extraordinary person, the winner of this award will inspire others.

    Shortlist

    • Callum Irvine
    • Winner Linda Cleary
    • Nicola Robertson

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    Sponsored By:

    1. Winner Aberdeen Cyrenians
    2. Camphill School
    3. CFINE Volunteer Team
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    Being able to work together in times of need is essential. This group of key workers know all too well that working together side-by-side, day-to-day is key to achieving the best results. From a ward of passionate nurses to a team of dedicated doctors, considerate care home colleagues, to a night shift at Asda keeping our shelves stocked– the judges want to hear from the ultimate north-east dream teams.

    Shortlist

    • Winner Aberdeen Cyrenians
    • Camphill School
    • CFINE Volunteer Team

  • Judges Special Award

    Sponsored By:

    1. Winner Mac, Johnston
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    Judges Special Award

    This award is voted for by the judges and goes to one of our finalists who might not have been a category winner but they deserved some special recognition for their outstanding achievements

    Shortlist

    • Winner Mac

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Business Breakfast – June 24

ESG and the climate-positive city

VIRTUAL EVENT – THURSDAY, JULY 01, 2021, 8AM – 9AM

FREE REGISTRATION

Environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles of investment are not just a boxticking exercise, they are reshaping the fabric of our society and the north-east of Scotland is at the forefront of this.

Join us for insights and advice as we discuss how ESG investment is supporting transformational change, particularly in our production and consumption of energy. As well the panellists will consider whether this investment be sufficient to support a fair transition as the region’s economy shifts from its reliance on hydrocarbons to newer, cleaner forms of energy.

For more information, please contact lesley.taylor@ajl.co.uk

Key Dates

1 Jul 2021 Virtual Business Breakfast

Itinerary

08:00: Welcome by Frank O'Donnell, Editor in Chief, The Press and Journal
08:05: Introduction by Erikka Askeland, Head of Business, The Press and Journal
08:10: Speaker presentations
08:40: Audience Live Q&A
09:00: Event concludes

Speakers

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    Bob Ruddiman

    Head of Energy, Burness Paull

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    Barry O'Neill

    Investment Director, Carbon Financial

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    Bettina Edmonston

    Global Investment Director, Saracen Fund Managers

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P&J Business Briefing – Economic Forecast

Thanks to all who attended our P&J Business Briefing – Economic Forecast in partnership with Deloitte and Turcan Connell.

Hosted by the Press & Journal the event saw economic experts Debapratim De, senior economist at Deloitte,  David Rennie, head of partnerships at Scottish Enterprise and Prof. Graeme Roy, Head of Economics, Fraser of Allander Institute (FAI) provide advice and insight into how to better prepare for the UK’s divorce from the EU and what we might expect to see happen to our businesses and indeed the economy in the future.

For further information please contact Carrie McGill on cmcgill@dcthomson.co.uk or 0141 567 2765.

Key Dates

2 Oct 2019 P&J Business Briefing - Economic Forecast

Itinerary

07.00: Breakfast Reception, Registration & Networking
07.30: Welcome from Rebecca Buchan, Business Editor, Press & Journal
07.40: Guest Speakers
08.30: Panel discussion
08.50: Q&A
09.10: Closing remarks
09.15: Coffee & Networking

Chair

  • Paul Macaulay, Partner, Turcan Connell

    As a graduate of the University of Aberdeen, Paul joined Turcan Connell in 2005 and specialises in the areas of trusts, asset protection and succession planning. He advises private clients, family businesses and landowners on a broad range of issues including capital taxation and estate planning, asset protection, trust and succession law, with a particular focus on inheritance tax and capital gains tax planning for individuals and trusts. Paul is a Notary Public, a member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP), and has gained the STEP Advanced Certificate in Family Business Advising.

Speakers

  • Debapratim De, Senior Economist, Deloitte

    Debapratim De (Debo) is an economist at Deloitte. He advises clients on macroeconomic developments in the UK and other advanced economies, and is an author of the Deloitte CFO Survey. Prior to joining Deloitte, Debo was a researcher in cryptography and applied mathematics at Microsoft. He was educated at BITS, Pilani in India and at the London School of Economics.

  • David Rennie, Head of Partnerships, Scottish Enterprise

    David Rennie has worked for Scottish Enterprise for almost ten years and has recently taken on a new head of partnerships role focused on Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire.  This role has a focus on working with key partners on matters such as the City Region Deal; helping to develop and deliver key strategic projects for the area and ensuring that our relationships with key partners in the public and private sector are strong and productive.  Previously David was head of oil and gas at Scottish Enterprise and the energy sector will continue to be an important part of his new responsibilities. This change in role emphasises the national economic agency’s commitment to place and regional economic development.

    Previously, his role as head of oil and gas included developing our approach to supporting the subsea industry in Scotland, through the Subsea Action Plan, also in areas such as decommissioning as well as engaging with key companies and stakeholders in the sector.  As part of this work he also sits on the board of Subsea UK, the Technology Leadership Board (TLB) and the Oil and Gas Innovation Centre (OGIC).  He was also a member of the Scottish Government Energy Jobs Task Force which ran from 2015 to 2017. Previously through the Scottish Oil and Gas Industry Leadership Board, he was the main author of a strategy document for the Oil and Gas industry in 2014, which reflected its importance to Scotland.

    Prior to working at Scottish Enterprise David Rennie worked as an economist for Scottish Government, Welsh Development Agency and he has also held key roles in the private sector. Born and raised in Aberdeenshire, he is passionate about sport (Aberdeen FC), music and friends and family – not necessarily in that order.

  • Professor Graeme Roy, Head of Economics, Fraser of Allander Institute

    Professor Graeme Roy is Head of Economics and Director of the Fraser of Allander Institute (FAI) at the University of Strathclyde. For over 40 years, the FAI has been a leading independent research institute focused on the Scottish economy. Alongside its academic work, the FAI undertakes a wide variety of commissioned analysis for companies, organisations and governments ranging from strategy or forecasting work through to detailed economic impact assessments.

    Graeme is a former Senior Civil Servant in the Scottish Government where he was both a Senior Economic Adviser and Head of the First Minister’s Policy Unit. He is a graduate of the Universities of Glasgow and Edinburgh. He is a member of the UK Government’s Scottish Business Taskforce, the Scottish Government’s Labour Market Strategy Group and the Glasgow Growth Commission. He was expert adviser to the Scottish Parliament’s Economy, Jobs and Fair Work Committee for its inquiries into economic statistics in Scotland and Scotland’s long-term economic performance.

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Aberdeen Sports Awards

 

Aberdeen Sports Awards celebrate the wealth of sporting achievements and contributions made by local athletes, volunteers and clubs.

In Partnership with Bounty Competitions, these awards showcase the city’s wealth of sporting achievements and recognise the work that goes into the vision of making Aberdeen the most active city in Scotland.

The awards ceremony was held at P&J Live on Thursday, 7th March 2024.

A fantastic night, full of inspiring stories and worthy winners. 

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Shortlist

  • 1

    Sponsored By:

    1. Hannah Mearns
    2. Lyndzie Jeffrey
    3. Winner Phil Owens
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     Adult Community Coach / Volunteer of the Year  

    Awarded to a community, school or club-based coach and/or volunteer who has helped provide sporting opportunities and increase participation, and made a significant positive impact on individuals, clubs, community, school sport or sports-based projects at grassroots level within Aberdeen. (NOTE: work can be paid or voluntary).
    Your decision should consider information provided about the Nominee around the following areas:
    • How long they have been coaching and/or volunteering (minimum of six months)
    • What they do, including details of where the coaching and/or volunteering takes place and how many hours they give, including any athletes coached and the level they participate/perform at
    • Examples of commitment to role – like qualifications and continued development to support their coaching and/or volunteering work
    • Examples of providing a safe, inclusive and fun setting for participation
    • Examples of going the extra mile
    • Examples of how the coach and/or volunteer contributes to the local community
    • Key achievements between January 2023 and closing date (3rd December 2023)

    Shortlist

    • Hannah Mearns
    • Lyndzie Jeffrey
    • Winner Phil Owens

  • 2

    Sponsored By:

    1. Aberdeen Amateur Athletics Club
    2. Winner Aberdeenshire Rugby Football Club
    3. Granite City Wanderers Hockey Club
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     Club of the Year  

    Awarded to a sports clubs that has made a significant impact on or contribution to the development of sport in the community.
    Qualifying Period: January 2023 to closing date (3rd December 2023).
    Your decision should be based on information provided about the Nominee around the following areas:
    • Links with the local community
    • A strong coach development structure
    • A commitment to being inclusive and providing opportunities for all
    • Volunteer recruitment, reward and recognition activity
    • Details of awards and success achieved
    • Actions to help their members and their community

    Click here to nominate your Club of the Year

    Shortlist

    • Aberdeen Amateur Athletics Club
    • Winner Aberdeenshire Rugby Football Club
    • Granite City Wanderers Hockey Club

  • 3

    Sponsored By:

    1. ASV Energisers
    2. Granite City Wanderers Extra Curricular
    3. Links Nursery and Hub Swimming Lessons
    4. Winner Russell Anderson Foundation
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     Community Sports Project of the Year  

    Awarded to a community sports club, community group or voluntary organisation that has used sport to make a difference in communities at a ‘grass roots’ level and achieved positive outcomes.
    Your decision should be based on information provided about the Nominee around the following areas:
    • Details of the project e.g. when, where and how often it takes place
    • The difference the project makes to people’s lives
    • Involvement of participants in the development of the project
    • Commitment to personal development of participants including volunteering and training
    • Sustainability of the project
    • What is inspiring and/or innovative about the project
    • What impact has the project made
    Qualifying period: January 2023 to closing date (3rd December)

    Shortlist

    • ASV Energisers
    • Granite City Wanderers Extra Curricular
    • Links Nursery and Hub Swimming Lessons
    • Winner Russell Anderson Foundation

  • 4

    Sponsored By:

    1. Winner Joanna Robertson
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    Inspiration Award

    Awarded to someone who is regarded as a positive role model or has shown incredible determination to overcome barriers, setbacks and challenges in achieving their goals.
    Your decision should be based on information provided about the Nominee around the following areas:
    • Outstanding achievements
    • Positive impact on others
    • Inspirational qualities

    Shortlist

    • Winner Joanna Robertson

  • 5

    Sponsored By:

    1. Winner Duncan Little
    2. Winner Max Singer
    3. Winner Tony Dawson
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     Lifetime Achievement  

    Awarded to an individual who has made a positive impact, through sport, over their lifetime, through an Aberdeen based club/school or within a local community.
    Your decision should be based on information provided about the Nominee around the following areas:
    • Details of the role(s) played
    • Examples of dedication to their role, participants and the wider community
    • Details of non-financial contribution
    • Examples of going beyond the call of duty
    • Impact on the community/club/sport or individuals

    Shortlist

    • Winner Duncan Little
    • Winner Max Singer
    • Winner Tony Dawson

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    Sponsored By:

    1. Winner Anna Sless
    2. Sharon Gill
    3. Sym Gear
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     Performance Coach of the Year  

    Awarded to a school, community club, district, regional or national coach who has made a significant impact on the progression of individuals or teams in their sport at a district, regional or national level.
    Your decision should be based on information provided about the Nominee around the following areas:
    • A programme of athlete/player-centred coaching sessions, including when and where the coaching takes place
    • A description of the athletes/players coached and at which level they perform
    • Current coaching qualifications and additional continuous professional development opportunities undertaken in the past year
    • Evidence of mentoring and developing other coaches
    • Examples of identifying and nurturing talent in line with the sports long term athlete/player development model
    • Examples of significantly improving athletes/players performance at district, regional or national level (not necessarily winning titles)
    • Examples of how the coach contributes to the local community
    • Key achievements since January 2023 and closing date (3rd December 2023)

    Click here to nominate for the Performance Coach of the Year

    Shortlist

    • Winner Anna Sless
    • Sharon Gill
    • Sym Gear

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    Sponsored By:

    1. Dyce Primary
    2. Winner Loirston Primary School
    3. Mile-End School
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    School Innovation Award

    Awarded to the Aberdeen City school (Primary, Secondary or Additional Support Needs) that has used PEPAS – PE, Physical Activity and Sport – in innovative and positive ways to best support the mental and physical health of their pupils. Nominations should be in the form of a pupil led submission to give the voice of young people. Only one nomination per school.
    Videos / pictures welcome, instead of or in addition to, written response to questions – please add in a web link to allow the judges to view these in the answer boxes. This can take the form of one link that covers all questions or a different link for each question.
    Please note this award will be based on achievements from September 2022 to September 2023.

    Shortlist

    • Dyce Primary
    • Winner Loirston Primary School
    • Mile-End School

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    Sponsored By:

    1. Winner Kirsty Muir
    2. Neil Fachie OBE
    3. Rochelle Bowie
    4. Toni Shaw
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    Sports Achiever of the Year  

    Awarded to a sports performer competing at the highest level of their sport, including Para athletes and athletes with disabilities, who has achieved significant success or improvement in their development as an athlete.
    Your decision should be based on information provided about the Nominee around the following areas:
    • Sport(s) played
    • Performance level of representation, e.g. Scotland/Great Britain/BUCS
    • Age group
    • Key achievements since January 2023 and closing date (3rd December 2023)
    • Dedication to training
    • Examples of steps taken to improve performance
    • Inspirational qualities

    Shortlist

    • Winner Kirsty Muir
    • Neil Fachie OBE
    • Rochelle Bowie
    • Toni Shaw

  • 9

    1. Winner Faye Rogers
    2. Olivia Burke
    3. Róisín Harrison
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    Student Sports Achiever of the Year

    Awarded to a student sports performer who has achieved significant success or improvement in their development as an athlete.
    NB: nominees must currently be registered as a student in further or higher education; studying or living in Aberdeen or Aberdeenshire with a connection to a club, team or sport in Aberdeen
    Your decision should be based on information provided about the Nominee around the following areas:
    • Sport(s) played
    • Performance level of representation, e.g. Scotland/Great Britain/BUCS
    • Age group
    • Key achievements between September 2022 and September 2023
    • Dedication to training, as well as commitment to studies or extra-curricular activities of educational institution
    • Examples of steps taken to improve performance
    • Inspirational qualities

    Shortlist

    • Winner Faye Rogers
    • Olivia Burke
    • Róisín Harrison

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    1. Aberdeen Diving Club
    2. Winner Aberdeen Muay Thai
    3. Beacon Rhythmic Gymnastics
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    Team Performance of the Year  

    Awarded to a sports team that has made significant progress, achieved or won titles/trophies, whilst demonstrating a commitment to continual training and development.
    Your decision should be based on information provided about the Nominee around the following areas:
    • Sport played
    • Leagues/tournaments/championships competing in
    • Level of competition e.g. local, district, regional or national
    • Key achievements since January 2023 and closing date (3rd December 2023)
    • Commitment to training and development
    • Inspirational qualities

    Shortlist

    • Aberdeen Diving Club
    • Winner Aberdeen Muay Thai
    • Beacon Rhythmic Gymnastics

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    Sponsored By:

    1. Catriona Pennet
    2. Fiona Davidson
    3. Winner Kelly McIntosh
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    Veteran/Masters Sports Achiever of the Year

    Awarded to a sports performer who has achieved significant success or improvement in their development as an athlete in a veteran category of their sport stipulated by the National Governing Body (NGB) e.g. Scottish Swimming Masters is from 25 years and up, or Scottish Women’s Masters Hockey, which is open to players over 40.
    Your decision should be based on information provided about the Nominee around the following areas:
    • Sport(s) played
    • Level of representation, e.g. Scotland/Great Britain
    • NGB age range for veterans/masters
    • Key achievements since January 2023 and closing date (3rd December 2023)
    • Dedication to training
    • Examples of steps taken to improve performance
    • Inspirational qualities

    Click here to nominate for Veteran/Masters Sports Achiever of the Year

    Shortlist

    • Catriona Pennet
    • Fiona Davidson
    • Winner Kelly McIntosh

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    Sponsored By:

    1. Winner Adam Lambert
    2. Coby Keith
    3. Kelsey Moore
    4. Kerin Watt
    5. Rhys Park
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    Young Coach / Young Volunteer of the Year (12-25)  

    Awarded to a community, school or club-based coach and/or volunteer, aged 12-25, who has helped provide sporting opportunities and increase participation, and made a significant positive impact on individuals, clubs, community, school sport or sports-based projects at grassroots level within Aberdeen. (NOTE: work can be paid or voluntary).
    Your decision should consider information provided about the Nominee around the following areas:
    • How long they have been coaching and/or volunteering (minimum of six months)
    • What they do, including details of where the coaching and/or volunteering takes place and how many hours they give, including any athletes coached and the level they participate/perform at
    • Examples of commitment to role – like qualifications and continued development to support their coaching and/or volunteering work
    • Examples of providing a safe, inclusive and fun setting for participation
    • Examples of going the extra mile
    • Examples of how the coach and/or volunteer contributes to the local community
    • Key achievements between January 2023 and closing date (3rd December 2023)

    Shortlist

    • Winner Adam Lambert
    • Coby Keith
    • Kelsey Moore
    • Kerin Watt
    • Rhys Park

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    Sponsored By:

    1. Dean Fearn
    2. Joe Roberts
    3. Winner Noah Penman
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    Young Sports Achiever of the Year (Under 18) 

    Awarded to a sports performer under the age of 18 years, competing at the highest level of their sport, including Para athletes and athletes with disabilities, who has achieved significant success or improvement in their development as an athlete.
    Your decision should be based on information provided about the Nominee around the following areas:
    • Sport(s) played
    • Performance level of representation, e.g. Scotland/Great Britain/BUCS
    • Age group
    • Key achievements between January 2023 and closing date (3rd December 2023)
    • Dedication to training
    • Examples of steps taken to improve performance
    • Inspirational qualities

    Shortlist

    • Dean Fearn
    • Joe Roberts
    • Winner Noah Penman

  • 14

    Sponsored By:

    1. Winner Jane Davidson
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    Judges Choice Award 

    This award is presented at the discretion of the judges.

    Shortlist

    • Winner Jane Davidson

Judges

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    Ryan Cryle

    Head of Sport, Evening Express

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    Graeme Dale

    Head of Sport and Active Communities, Sport Aberdeen

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    Brian Pahlmann

    Regional Development Officer - North, Royal Yachting Association Scotland

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    Alison Shaw

    Grampian Regional Manager, Scottish Disability Sport

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    Donald Pirie

    Regional Performance Manager, SportScotland Institue of Sport Regional Performance Manager

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    Russell Anderson

    Former Aberdeen Football Club Captain / Independent Financial Adviser, Aberdein Considine

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The Courier Business Conference

EDEN DUNDEE: GROWING A CLIMATE POSITIVE ECONOMY

Thanks to everyone who attended The Courier Business Conference. I’m sure you will all agree that it was a very engaging and insightful event and our speakers did a sterling job on stage.

Thanks to long-term partners Henderson Loggie, our session sponsors Barnetts Toyota and McLaughlin & Harvey and our event partner Invest in Dundee. 

Thanks also to our exhibitors and to you, our guests for joining us.

In the words of our keynote speaker PY Gerbeau, go forth and be “bold and brave” and embrace the opportunities brought about by the exciting development of Eden Dundee.

Take a look at our highlights video and we very much look forward to welcoming you to our next Courier event.

Keynote Speaker

  • Pierre-Yves Gerbeau

    With one of the most varied business careers around, PY Gerbeau has a track record of taking on big corporate challenges and turning around struggling organisations, often under intense public scrutiny and stakeholder pressure. His businesses have always placed customers at their centre, whilst also addressing profit, reputation, and frequently issues such as regulation, planning and government involvement. As well as practical, cultural and leadership challenges, many of PY’s projects have been highly visible, subject to intense media and public scrutiny, even extending to a sense that some people were willing them to fail.

     

Session 1 Speakers

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    Darren Hoare

    Head of Programme Delivery, Eden Project

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    Charles Sainsbury

    Energy and Sustainability Manager, Eden Project

Session 2 Speakers

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    Cllr John Alexander

    Leader, Dundee City Council

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    David Thomson

    Director, DC Thomson

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    Maureen Campbell OBE

    Chair, Scottish Canals

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    Caishlan Sweeney

    Project Engagement Manager, Eden Project Dundee

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"My main takeaway from this event is we need to think big, be bold. We heard from a number of inspirational speakers at this event and hopefully that has inspired business owners and leaders to take that advice on, and create something bigger for Dundee.”

David Smith, Managing Partner, Henderson Loggie

CBC 24

Oil and Gas Industry Safety: Preventing Accidents Through Better Communication

Oil and Gas Industry Safety: Preventing Accidents Through Better Communication

Serious incidents in an offshore environment are never caused by a single factor, but communication breakdowns are almost always at their heart. How can this be the case in an industry known for its educated, highly skilled and dedicated workforce? This briefing will look at the reasons and explore how communications can be improved to ensure safer operations.

 

Thursday 21st February, 2019

8:00am – 10:00am

Marcliffe Hotel and Spa, Aberdeen

 

For more information please contact Laura Adam on 01382 575308 laadam@dctmedia.co.uk

Key Dates

17 Jan 2019 Tickets On Sale
21 Feb 2019 Morning Briefing

Itinerary

08:00: Event Registration/Buffet Breakfast
08:30: Welcome
08:35: Panel Introductions
09:00: Audience Q & A
09:30: Networking
10:00: Event Concludes

Panel

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    David Ramsay

    Group Managing Director Kelvin TOP-SET

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    Rona Jamieson

    Partner Burness Paull LLP

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    Trevor Stapleton

    Health and Safety Manager Oil & Gas UK

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    Kirstin Gove

    Head of Communications Step Change in Safety

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Press and Journal Morning Briefing – Housing in the North East: Now and in the Future, in Association with CALA Homes

Press and Journal Morning Briefing

Join us on 27 September to discuss the future of housing in the North East. Event includes breakfast and networking. Tickets only £25 + booking fee and VAT.

Key Dates

27 Sep 2018 Press and Journal Morning Briefing event

Itinerary

07:30: Registration and breakfast
08:00: Welcome by Richard Neville, Editor-in-Chief of Press and Journal
08:10: Panel Introductions
08:30: Audience Q&A discussion
09:00: Networking and coffee
09:30: Carraiges

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    Partner & Head of Residential Property Ledingham Chalmers

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    Managing Director CALA Homes North

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Business Incremental Inches and Incredible Impact

This event was held on June 11 for a morning of breakfast networking and panel discussion.

Sir Clive Woodward was responsible for the England rugby team’s greatest turnaround and one its most significant triumphs to date. The self-confessed rugby newbie didn’t turn the team’s fortunes around by ripping up the playbook and starting again.

Instead, he implemented a series of incremental inches – which may have seemed insignificant – but together they paved a powerful road to victory.

The same methods have been applied in business. This latest instalment of the Press and Journal Business Briefings, in association with Kelvin TOP-SET, will examine the inches up for grabs for today’s firms. From oil and gas to sport, the diversity of the panel is underpinned by a drive for better business.

The event will be held at the Marcliffe hotel and spa on June 11.

Panellists include Bob Keiller, Chairman of Scottish Enterprise, Professor Gary McEwan, Chief Executive of Elevator, Jeanette Forbes, CEO of PL Group, Duncan Fraser, Chief Executive of Aberdeen Football Club and David Ramsay, Group Director of Kelvin TOP-SET.

Tickets cost £25 plus VAT.

Key Dates

27 Apr 2018 Tickets on Sale
11 Jun 2018 Event

Itinerary

8.00: Registration and Buffet Breakfast
8.30: Welcome
8.35: Panel Introductions
9.00: Audience Q&A
9.30: Networking
10.00: Event Concludes

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Courier Business Awards

Celebrating the Best of our Business Community

The results are in and our winners have been announced. Pick up your copy of The Courier or visit us online to see pictures from the night and our winners reactions. 

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Shortlist

  • APPRENTICE

    Sponsored By:

    1. Alfred Ombajen, Persimmon Homes
    2. Keir McKenna, Hillcrest Homes
    3. Highly Commended Lucy Jobson, DYW Tay Cities
    4. Winner Todd Arthur, Fife Council
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    APPRENTICE

    This award recognises an individual who has participated in an apprenticeship programme during 2023/2024 and exceeded their employer’s expectations. Entries can be submitted by the provider or apprentice.

    Winner will demonstrate:

    • Commitment to personal development and progression
    • Proof of significant contribution to the workplace
    • Use of skills gained through apprenticeship programme

    Shortlist

    • Alfred Ombajen
    • Keir McKenna
    • Lucy Jobson
    • Winner Todd Arthur

  • BRAND MARKETING AND SOCIAL MEDIA

    Sponsored By:

    1. ALTAR Gin Bothy
    2. Montrose Port Authority
    3. Winner Scotland's Charity Air Ambulance
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    BRAND MARKETING AND SOCIAL MEDIA

    This award is open to all businesses who have maximised the potential of marketing to grow their sales or those of a third party client. This could be through building a social media presence or delivering a targeted marketing campaign.

    Winner will demonstrate:

    • Creative use of marketing and/or social media platforms
    • Proof of improved audience engagement
    • Proof of revenue impact/subscribers or other benefits to business

    Shortlist

    • ALTAR Gin Bothy
    • Montrose Port Authority
    • Winner Scotland's Charity Air Ambulance

  • BUSINESS LEADER

    Sponsored By:

    1. Winner Angela Linton, Hillcrest Homes
    2. Jimmy Urquhart, Discovery Flexibles
    3. Tom Hutchison, Montrose Port Authority
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    BUSINESS LEADER

    This award is open to any individual or nominated person who has had a game-changing impact on a business operating within Tayside and Fife.

    Winner will demonstrate:

    • Track record of strong business or project leadership
    • Impactful responses to business challenges and opportunities
    • Proof of inspiring others

     

    Shortlist

    • Winner Angela Linton
    • Jimmy Urquhart
    • Tom Hutchison

  • COMMUNITY

    Sponsored By:

    1. Winner Dundee Bairns
    2. Hillcrest Futures
    3. Street Soccer Scotland
    4. Highly Commended The Enchanted Forest
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    COMMUNITY

    This award recognises more than profit groups and businesses who put community at their heart.

    Winner will demonstrate:

    • Significant contribution to the community
    • Ability to influence customers and suppliers to adopt best environment, workplace and community practices
    • Commitment to local employment, partnership working and social inclusion

    Shortlist

    • Winner Dundee Bairns
    • Hillcrest Futures
    • Street Soccer Scotland
    • The Enchanted Forest

  • EMPLOYEE OF THE YEAR

    Sponsored By:

    1. Winner Lyndsey Nicholls, APEX Hotels
    2. Margaret Livingstone, Here's The Plan
    3. Roger Stout, AtkinsRéalis
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    EMPLOYEE OF THE YEAR

    This award recognises a member of staff in a business operating in Tayside and Fife who has made a game-changing impact. This could be someone who has led a new initiative which has brought positive results; someone who regularly goes above and beyond for the company or their colleagues; or a member of staff who has dedicated themselves to the business through long years of service. Entries can be submitted by the business or employee.  

    Winner will demonstrate: 

    • Someone who acts as a role model or inspiration for colleagues 
    • Evidence of behaviour or an initiative which has brought benefits to the business 

    Shortlist

    • Winner Lyndsey Nicholls
    • Margaret Livingstone
    • Roger Stout

  • FAMILY

    Sponsored By:

    1. Calforth Construction
    2. Caltech Lifts
    3. Winner The Castlecroft Group
    4. The ESP Group
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    FAMILY

    Celebrating outstanding family owned and operated businesses who call Courier Country home. Open to any business with at least one family member leading the company and others actively involved in the business. 

    Winner will demonstrate:

    • Evidence of family led operations
    • Service excellence
    • Proof of market traction and commitment to growth

    Shortlist

    • Calforth Construction
    • Caltech Lifts
    • Winner The Castlecroft Group
    • The ESP Group

  • GROWTH

    Sponsored By:

    1. Convergix Automation Solutions
    2. Winner Alpha Projects
    3. Growers Garden
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    GROWTH

    This award recognises companies which have achieved sustained growth over the past three years. Open to any business from any sector which can show evidence of accelerated turnover growth of 100% or greater over the most recent three-year period.

    Winner will demonstrate: 

    • The reasons for rapidly increasing sales 
    • An embedded growth culture 
    • Strategy for future expansion 

    Shortlist

    • Convergix Automation Solutions
    • Winner Alpha Projects
    • Growers Garden

  • INDEPENDENT RETAIL

    Sponsored By:

    1. Winner Bella Mella
    2. Spoiled Life
    3. Thomson Technologies
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    INDEPENDENT RETAIL

    This award is open to all independent retail businesses operating in Tayside and Fife.

    Winner will demonstrate:

    • Evidence of retail strategy in store and/or online
    • Focus on customer service excellence and USP
    • How they plan to build for the future

    Shortlist

    • Winner Bella Mella
    • Spoiled Life
    • Thomson Technologies

  • INNOVATION AND TECHNOLOGY

    Sponsored By:

    1. Winner Convergix Automation Solutions (formally AGR Automation)
    2. SP Automation & Robotics
    3. Ten Bio
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    INNOVATION AND TECHNOLOGY

    This award is open to all companies who put innovation and continuous improvement at the heart of their business. Whether it be through teamwork, changes to systems, adopting or developing new products or services or pivoting strategy through the use of technology.

    Winner will demonstrate:

    • Out of the box thinking and the ability to solve problems
    • Commitment to continuous improvement
    • Commercial benefits from innovative activities and practices

    Shortlist

    • Winner Convergix Automation Solutions (formally AGR Automation)
    • SP Automation & Robotics
    • Ten Bio

  • LEGAL AND PROPERTY

    Sponsored By:

    1. Winner Blackadders
    2. Connelly and Yeoman
    3. TSPC
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    LEGAL AND PROPERTY

    This award is open to professional services firms operating in the legal and property sectors in Tayside and Fife. 

    Winner will demonstrate: 

    • Evidence of service excellence 
    • Commitment to attracting talent and upskilling workforce 
    • Demonstrate plans for future growth

    Shortlist

    • Winner Blackadders
    • Connelly and Yeoman
    • TSPC

  • LEISURE, TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY

    Sponsored By:

    1. Winner Carnoustie Golf Links
    2. Dundee Heritage Trust - Verdant Works
    3. Old Course Hotel, Golf Resort and Spa
    4. Perth Museum
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    LEISURE, TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY

    This award is open to all businesses which provide the best leisure, food and drink, visitor experiences and/or accommodation within Tayside and Fife; showcasing the region to the world.

    Winner will demonstrate:

    • Evidence of service excellence
    • Evidence of brand building and future strategy
    • Commitment to attracting talent and upskilling workforce

    Shortlist

    • Winner Carnoustie Golf Links
    • Dundee Heritage Trust - Verdant Works
    • Old Course Hotel, Golf Resort and Spa
    • Perth Museum

  • SERVICE

    Sponsored By:

    1. Gowrie Contracts
    2. Hideaway Experience
    3. Winner The ESP Group
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    SERVICE

    This award recognises service excellence by businesses operating within Tayside and Fife.

    Winner will demonstrate:

    • Clearly defined customer service objectives and strategy
    • Evidence of service excellence and going above and beyond to delight customers
    • Commitment to developing talent

    Shortlist

    • Gowrie Contracts
    • Hideaway Experience
    • Winner The ESP Group

  • SMALL BUSINESS

    Sponsored By:

    1. Ashton McGill
    2. Economy Car and Van Hire
    3. NFU Mutual Perth
    4. Winner Spaces Taylored
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    SMALL BUSINESS

    Celebrating the small and micro businesses that form the bedrock of the economy in Courier Country. Open to any business with between 1 and 15 employees.

    Winner will demonstrate:

    • Business USP and commitment to customer satisfaction
    • Proof of strategy for growth
    • Commitment to developing workplace talent

    Shortlist

    • Ashton McGill
    • Economy Car and Van Hire
    • NFU Mutual Perth
    • Winner Spaces Taylored

  • TRANSITION TO NET ZERO

    Sponsored By:

    1. Gowrie Contracts
    2. Kirsty Maguire Architect
    3. Winner Montrose Port Authority
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    TRANSITION TO NET ZERO

    This award is open to any business offering products or services to help the transition to net zero. It is also open to companies, in any sector, who have undergone changes to become more environmentally friendly and sustainable.

    Winner will demonstrate:

    • A clear net zero strategy
    • Investment in upskilling and people to achieve net zero goals
    • Environmental benefits to date

    Shortlist

    • Gowrie Contracts
    • Kirsty Maguire Architect
    • Winner Montrose Port Authority

  • YOUNG BUSINESS

    Sponsored By:

    1. Winner Calforth Construction
    2. Partners&
    3. Street Soccer Scotland
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    YOUNG BUSINESS

    This award is open to exciting and innovative companies operating within Tayside and Fife which started trading or launched a distinct new venture within the last three years.

    Winner will demonstrate:

    • Evidence of clear business strategy
    • Innovation and commitment to service excellence
    • Proof of growth

    Shortlist

    • Winner Calforth Construction
    • Partners&
    • Street Soccer Scotland

  • Business of the Year

    Sponsored By:

    1. Winner Montrose Port Authority
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    Business of the Year

    The Courier Business Awards’ prestigious Business of the Year award
    recognises and celebrates the finest company operating in Courier Country.
    The winner must uphold strong commercial and social values
    and demonstrate excellence in all areas from operations to customer service,
    workforce management and corporate responsibility.

    Shortlist

    • Winner Montrose Port Authority

The Courier Business Awards Judges

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    Graham Huband

    Managing Editor DC Thomson

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    David Smith

    Managing Partner Henderson Loggie

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    Dr Liz Cameron CBE

    Director and Chief Executive Scottish Chamber of Commerce

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    Caryn Gibson

    Business Operations Manager Timber Engineering

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    Rob McLaren

    Business Editor The Courier

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David Smith, managing partner of Henderson Loggie, said: “We have been proud partners of The Courier Business Awards since its inception more than a decade ago.
“We want to raise awareness of all the great businesses and all the great people working in Tayside and Fife.
“The Courier Business Awards gives them an avenue to shine a light on their businesses and celebrate their personal successes and those of their team.
“I’d encourage everyone to enter. Don’t hide your light under a bushel - shout about what you do.”

David Smith, Managing Partner, Henderson Loggie