--- title: Kent Invicta Chamber Business Awards 2023 --- [![Menu - About](https://info.kentinvictachamber.co.uk/hubfs/Landing%20Page%20Graphics/Chamber%20Awards%202023/Menu%20-%20About.jpg "Menu - About")](https://info.kentinvictachamber.co.uk/awards-2023?hsLang=en#About) [![Menu - Winners](https://info.kentinvictachamber.co.uk/hubfs/Landing%20Page%20Graphics/Chamber%20Awards%202023/Menu%20-%20Winners.png "Menu - Winners")](https://info.kentinvictachamber.co.uk/awards-2023?hsLang=en#Winners) [![Menu - Gala Dinner](https://info.kentinvictachamber.co.uk/hubfs/Landing%20Page%20Graphics/Chamber%20Awards%202023/Menu%20-%20Gala%20Dinner.png "Menu - Gala Dinner")](https://info.kentinvictachamber.co.uk/awards-2023?hsLang=en#Dinner) [![Menu - Entertainment](https://info.kentinvictachamber.co.uk/hubfs/Landing%20Page%20Graphics/Chamber%20Awards%202023/Menu%20-%20Entertainment.png "Menu - Entertainment")](https://info.kentinvictachamber.co.uk/awards-2023?hsLang=en#Entertainment) [![Menu - Sponsors](https://info.kentinvictachamber.co.uk/hubfs/Landing%20Page%20Graphics/Chamber%20Awards%202023/Menu%20-%20Sponsors.png "Menu - Sponsors")](https://info.kentinvictachamber.co.uk/awards-2023?hsLang=en#Sponsors) [![Menu - Contact Us](https://info.kentinvictachamber.co.uk/hubfs/Landing%20Page%20Graphics/Chamber%20Awards%202023/Menu%20-%20Contact%20Us.png "Menu - Contact Us")](https://info.kentinvictachamber.co.uk/awards-2023?hsLang=en#Contact) [![Business Awards 2023](https://info.kentinvictachamber.co.uk/hubfs/Landing%20Page%20Graphics/Chamber%20Awards%202023/Website%20-%20Title%20Banner%20Jade%20Green.png "Business Awards 2023")](https://www.kentinvictachamber.co.uk/events/kent-invicta-chamber-business-awards-2023/) --- CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL OUR WINNERS AND FINALISTS ![Chamber Award Winners](https://info.kentinvictachamber.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Landing%20Page%20Graphics/Chamber%20Awards%202023/Winners%20Website.jpg?width=2000&height=1024&name=Winners%20Website.jpg "Chamber Award Winners") ## ABOUT THE KENT INVICTA CHAMBER AWARDS [![Chamber Awards 2023 - Video Highlights](https://info.kentinvictachamber.co.uk/hubfs/Landing%20Page%20Graphics/Chamber%20Awards%202023/Video%20Backdrop.jpg "Chamber Awards 2023 - Video Highlights")](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=STlTsMUelZk) Video highlights courtesy of [Lavender Blue Media](https://lavenderbluemedia.com/) --- ## PHOTOGRAPHS Award photographs courtesy of Matthew Walker Photography: [**www.matthewwalkerphotography.com**](http://www.matthewwalkerphotography.com) If you were a Winner or Finalist you should have all been sent your own photograph to use for your own marketing. If you would like to see the full album of photographs which you can download yourself, please [click here](https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/yyhkrp6invgcuv17non2c/h?rlkey=misrp7da0nppifwiymvp9t1fb&dl=0) --- The Kent Invicta Chamber of Commerce Annual Business Awards brings together the business community showcasing the amazing achievements of a range of businesses and talented individuals.    These awards attract a wide range of entries from across a variety of sectors, but the finalists and winners all have one thing in common, they are truly excellent at what they do and have proved this in their entry. Awards are open to all Kent Invicta Chamber of Commerce Members, as well as Non-Members. **KEY REASONS TO ENTER: **   - The chance to show how successful you are - Raise your business profile - Invaluable promotion opportunities - Powerful PR and marketing tool - Boosting staff morale - An engraved glass trophy and certificate [![Business Awards](https://info.kentinvictachamber.co.uk/hubfs/Landing%20Page%20Graphics/Chamber%20Awards%202023/Web%20Award%203.jpg "Business Awards")](https://www.kentinvictachamber.co.uk/events/kent-invicta-chamber-business-awards-2023/) [![Business Awards](https://info.kentinvictachamber.co.uk/hubfs/Landing%20Page%20Graphics/Chamber%20Awards%202023/Web%20Award%201.jpg "Business Awards")](https://www.kentinvictachamber.co.uk/events/kent-invicta-chamber-business-awards-2023/) [![Business Awards](https://info.kentinvictachamber.co.uk/hubfs/Landing%20Page%20Graphics/Chamber%20Awards%202023/Web%20Award%204.jpg "Business Awards")](https://www.kentinvictachamber.co.uk/events/kent-invicta-chamber-business-awards-2023/) [![Business Awards](https://info.kentinvictachamber.co.uk/hubfs/Landing%20Page%20Graphics/Chamber%20Awards%202023/Web%20Award%202.jpg "Business Awards")](https://www.kentinvictachamber.co.uk/events/kent-invicta-chamber-business-awards-2023/) ## CATEGORIES Dinner Sponsor: Evelyn Partners --- [![Outstanding Contribution](https://info.kentinvictachamber.co.uk/hubfs/Landing%20Page%20Graphics/Chamber%20Awards%202023/Website%20-%20Outstanding%20Contribution.jpg "Outstanding Contribution")](https://www.kentinvictachamber.co.uk/events/kent-invicta-chamber-business-awards-2023/) Outstanding Contribution to Business in Kent WINNER: Miranda Chapman, Managing Director, Pillory Barn Category description: The Outstanding Contribution to Business in Kent Award will be presented to a person who lives or works in the County and has owned or run a business or business based organisation here for a prolonged period of time. The recipient will be a well-known name in the County, someone the community admires and is inspired by, they will have added to the economy of Kent by creating jobs and utilising the supply chain and they will also give back to the community in some way be it charity, business advice or education. This person will not be rewarded for doing their job or running their own company alone. This will be judged by a panel from Kent County Council and Kent Invicta Chamber of Commerce and is not open to nominations. Sponsors are not eligible to win this award whilst they are sponsoring.  Sponsored by: Kent County Council [![Business Of The Year 2023](https://info.kentinvictachamber.co.uk/hubfs/Landing%20Page%20Graphics/Chamber%20Awards%202023/Website%20-%20Business%20Of%20The%20Year%202023.jpg "Business Of The Year 2023")](https://www.kentinvictachamber.co.uk/events/kent-invicta-chamber-business-awards-2023/) Business of the Year 2023 WINNER: Brimstone Site Investigation FINALIST: BJF Group FINALIST: Modus Construction Consultants Category description: This category is open to any business, irrespective of sector. The business must demonstrate outstanding performance, particularly over the last 12-24 months, in a number of aspects relating to their business operation. This should include commercial success, clear plans for growth, commitment to staff, local communities, environment and customers, a track record of innovation and strong leadership. Entrants must have been trading for a minimum of two years by 12th June 2023. Sponsored by: Canterbury Christ Church University --- [![Construction Project 2023](https://info.kentinvictachamber.co.uk/hubfs/Landing%20Page%20Graphics/Chamber%20Awards%202023/Website%20-%20Construction%20Project%202023-1.jpg "Construction Project 2023")](https://www.kentinvictachamber.co.uk/events/kent-invicta-chamber-business-awards-2023/) Construction Project of the Year 2023 WINNER: WW Martin Ltd PROJECT NAME: Poppy Fields FINALIST: Coniston Ltd PROJECT NAME: Maison Dieu, Dover FINALIST: Hazle McCormack Young LLP PROJECT NAME: Mote Park Café and Visitor Centre Category description: This category is open to any business/organisation working on a regeneration, redevelopment or refurbishment project. The project does not need to be in Kent but the business/organisation must have an office in Kent. This may include, but is not limited to, projects completed or in the process of completion during 2023. Projects that have approved planning for 2024 are also eligible.  Entrants should be able to show how the project has provided (or will provide) opportunities for community development and involvement by way of employment, apprenticeships and training. Please be aware that when submitting your application, that the business/organisation needs to be based in Kent and that the company has been trading for a minimum of two years by 12th June 2023. Sponsored by: Jobmatcha [![Employer Of The Year 2023](https://info.kentinvictachamber.co.uk/hubfs/Landing%20Page%20Graphics/Chamber%20Awards%202023/Website%20-%20Employer%20Of%20The%20Year%202023.jpg "Employer Of The Year 2023")](https://www.kentinvictachamber.co.uk/events/kent-invicta-chamber-business-awards-2023/) Employer of the Year 2023 WINNER: Horizonscan Ltd FINALIST: Betteridge & Milsom Ltd (b&m) FINALIST: Reflect Digital Category description: This category is open to any business/organisation that can demonstrate commercial success and strategies for growth whilst achieving excellence in its commitment to the support and development of its workforce. The organisation must show evidence that it has schemes, initiatives and policies which assess, deliver and monitor their workforce’s training and development, health and safety, general wellbeing and where there is an innovative approach to working terms and conditions. Entrants must have been trading for a minimum of two years by 12th June 2023. Sponsored by: McArthurGlen Designer Outlet Ashford [![Entrepreneur Of The Year 2023](https://info.kentinvictachamber.co.uk/hubfs/Landing%20Page%20Graphics/Chamber%20Awards%202023/Website%20-%20Entrepreneur%20Of%20The%20Year%202023.jpg "Entrepreneur Of The Year 2023")](https://www.kentinvictachamber.co.uk/events/kent-invicta-chamber-business-awards-2023/) Entrepreneur of the Year 2023 WINNER: Liam Dibley - PICH Telecoms Ltd FINALIST: Abi Ireland - Wine Tours of Kent FINALIST: Tom Reveley - IT Manager Services Ltd Category description: This category is open to any individual who is instrumental as the business owner or main shareholder in leading their successful business or organisation in reaching its goals and potential, irrespective of size or sector. This individual must demonstrate they have achieved commercial success, have clear plans, strategies and goals for their business and a strong track record of innovation. Sponsored by: University of Greenwich --- [![Customer Service Of The Year 2023](https://info.kentinvictachamber.co.uk/hubfs/Landing%20Page%20Graphics/Chamber%20Awards%202023/Website%20-%20Customer%20Service%20Of%20The%20Year%202023.jpg "Customer Service Of The Year 2023")](https://www.kentinvictachamber.co.uk/events/kent-invicta-chamber-business-awards-2023/) Excellence in Customer Service 2023 WINNER: Baxall Construction Ltd FINALIST: Advance Facilities Group Ltd FINALIST: Dockside Property Services Category description: This category is open to any business, irrespective of sector. The business must demonstrate commercial success and strategies for growth whilst achieving excellence in looking after its customers. The organisation must have objectives for high quality customer service and clear methods of monitoring and evaluating standards.  Entrants must have been trading for a minimum of two years. Sponsored by: Azets [![Family Business Of The Year 2023](https://info.kentinvictachamber.co.uk/hubfs/Landing%20Page%20Graphics/Chamber%20Awards%202023/Website%20-%20Family%20Business%20Of%20The%20Year%202023.jpg "Family Business Of The Year 2023")](https://www.kentinvictachamber.co.uk/events/kent-invicta-chamber-business-awards-2023/) Family Business of the Year 2023 WINNER: Lukehurst FINALIST: Fallow Management FINALIST: Kent Cricket Direct Category description: This category is open to any family business, irrespective of sector and size, that is owned and operated by two or more members of a single family. They must be related either by blood, marriage, civil partnership, cohabitation or adoption. The family business must demonstrate outstanding performance, particularly over the last 12-24 months, in a number of aspects relating to their business operation. This should include commercial success, clear plans for growth, commitment to staff, local communities, environment and customers, a track record of innovation, communication and strong family leadership. Entrants must have been trading for a minimum of two years as of 12th June 2023. No turnover criteria.  Sponsored by: Stagecoach South East [![Technology Of The Year 2023](https://info.kentinvictachamber.co.uk/hubfs/Landing%20Page%20Graphics/Chamber%20Awards%202023/Website%20-%20Technology%20Of%20The%20Year%202023.jpg "Technology Of The Year 2023")](https://www.kentinvictachamber.co.uk/events/kent-invicta-chamber-business-awards-2023/) Innovative Business of the Year 2023 WINNER: Bedfont Scientific Ltd FINALIST: MPR IT Solutions FINALIST: Safer Communities Alliance Category description: This category is open to any business, irrespective of sector and aims to attract businesses within which innovation or technology is a key element and where the continuous development is a major function of the business. This is intended to include (but is not be limited to) businesses in the following areas: software and hardware,  e-commerce, digital agencies, manufacturing, IT or telecoms infrastructure, electronics, medical, diagnostic or scientific devices and instrument technologies. Entrants must have been trading for a minimum of two years. Sponsored by: Air IT --- [![New Business 2023](https://info.kentinvictachamber.co.uk/hubfs/Landing%20Page%20Graphics/Chamber%20Awards%202023/Website%20-%20New%20Business%202023.jpg "New Business 2023")](https://www.kentinvictachamber.co.uk/events/kent-invicta-chamber-business-awards-2023/) Most Promising New Business 2023 WINNER: Matches Sports Bar & Social FINALIST: Cheran's Bakery (Cheran's Ltd) FINALIST: Foundations Child & Family Therapy Category description: This category is open to any business, irrespective of sector. The business must demonstrate outstanding performance, particularly over the last 12 months, in a number of aspects relating to their business operation. These should include commercial success, clear plans for growth, commitment to staff, local communities, environment and customers, a track record of innovation and strong leadership. Entrants will also be asked why they set up their business, to outline the challenges they faced and how these have been overcome. This category is not open to those who have invested in a franchise model in order to start their business (franchisee) but is open to those that have developed their business into a franchise operation (franchisor). Entrants must have been trading for a minimum of one year and less than three years as of the 31st March 2023. Sponsored by: NFU Mutual Ashford, Tenterden & Whitfield [![Exporter Of The Year 2023](https://info.kentinvictachamber.co.uk/hubfs/Landing%20Page%20Graphics/Chamber%20Awards%202023/Website%20-%20Exporter%20Of%20The%20Year%202023.jpg "Exporter Of The Year 2023")](https://www.kentinvictachamber.co.uk/events/kent-invicta-chamber-business-awards-2023/) Success in International Trade 2023 WINNER: Bedfont Scientific Ltd FINALIST: Kemet International Limited FINALIST: Tillett Ltd Category description: This category is open to any organisation, irrespective of size or sector, that is successfully marketing its products or services (including digital export trade) to customers outside the UK, and/or marketing products or services (including those of third parties) domestically.    Entrants must be able to demonstrate outstanding improvements in commercial performance through export strategies. The business/organisation will be asked to outline its exporting history; including how this has had a profound effect on business performance, how international strategies have been developed, how products or services have been tailored for overseas or domestic markets, what strategies are in place to overcome language and cultural difficulties, and what creative and innovative marketing activities have been used.  Entrants must have been trading for a minimum of two years. Sponsored by: BAE Systems [![Sustainability Business Of The Year 2023](https://info.kentinvictachamber.co.uk/hubfs/Landing%20Page%20Graphics/Chamber%20Awards%202023/Website%20-%20Sustainability%20Business%20Of%20The%20Year%202023.jpg "Sustainability Business Of The Year 2023")](https://www.kentinvictachamber.co.uk/events/kent-invicta-chamber-business-awards-2023/) Sustainability & Decarbonisation Business of the Year 2023 WINNER: Gallagher Aggregates FINALIST: BISON FINALIST: Frasers Category description: This category is open to any organisation, irrespective of size or sector, that shows that their business is sustainable and that this remains at the core of the business. You will need to show how your net zero targets are set and how you have ensured they are credible and ambitious. We would like to see how your three year business plan is created to demonstrate how your business will become net zero. Entrants must have been trading for a minimum of two years. Sponsored by: MidKent College ## GALA DINNER Westenhanger Castle Stone Street, Westenhanger, Hythe, CT21 4HX | Phone: 01303 261068 The Castle Westenhanger is a Scheduled Ancient Monument with a Grade 1 listed house, reflecting both its national and historic importance. It belongs to a group of early quadrangular castles and manor houses that were strengthened in response to threats of attack from France during the 14th Century. [ FIND US ](https://www.westenhangercastle.co.uk/) [![Westenhanger Castle](https://info.kentinvictachamber.co.uk/hubfs/Landing%20Page%20Graphics/Chamber%20Awards%202023/Web%20Venue.jpg "Westenhanger Castle")](https://www.westenhangercastle.co.uk/) --- Evening DJ Garry Wilson (kmfm Breakfast) | Dancing from 10:15/30pm - 11:30pm Garry Wilson is one half of "kmfm Breakfast with Garry and Chelsea." Start your day Monday to Friday from 6am with Kent's Biggest Hits, the '6am Games,' travel news, school run shout outs, and the legendary competition, 'Say it' where £1,000 is won every month. [ LISTEN TO KMFM ](https://www.kmfm.co.uk/radioplayer/) [![kmfm Breakfast with Garry and Chelsea](https://info.kentinvictachamber.co.uk/hubfs/Landing%20Page%20Graphics/Chamber%20Awards%202023/Website%20-%20KMFM%20Presenters.jpg "kmfm Breakfast with Garry and Chelsea")](https://www.kmfm.co.uk/radioplayer/) IN ASSOCIATION WITH  DINNER SPONSOR  [![KCC-1](https://info.kentinvictachamber.co.uk/hubfs/KCC-1.jpg "KCC-1")](https://www.kent.gov.uk/) [![Evelyn Partners](https://info.kentinvictachamber.co.uk/hubfs/Landing%20Page%20Graphics/Chamber%20Awards%202023/Logo_Purple_Gold_RGB.png "Evelyn Partners")](https://www.evelyn.com/) --- PARTNERS [![Ashford Borough Council](https://info.kentinvictachamber.co.uk/hubfs/Ashford%20Borough%20Council.jpg "Ashford Borough Council")](https://www.ashford.gov.uk/) [![Biddenden](https://info.kentinvictachamber.co.uk/hubfs/Square%20-%20Biddenden%20Vineyard.jpg "Biddenden")](https://biddendenvineyards.com/) [![Bison](https://info.kentinvictachamber.co.uk/hubfs/Square%20-%20Bison.jpg "Bison")](https://www.madebybison.co.uk/) [![KM](https://info.kentinvictachamber.co.uk/hubfs/KM.jpg "KM")](https://www.kentonline.co.uk/) [![Triple A](https://info.kentinvictachamber.co.uk/hubfs/Triple%20A.jpg "Triple A")](https://www.tripleaevents.co.uk/) [![KC Wedding](https://info.kentinvictachamber.co.uk/hubfs/KC%20Wedding.jpg "KC Wedding")](https://www.kcweddingsandevents.co.uk/) --- AWARD CATEGORY SPONSOR [![Ashford Designer Outlet](https://info.kentinvictachamber.co.uk/hubfs/Landing%20Page%20Graphics/Chamber%20Awards%202023/Ashford%20Designer%20Outlet.png "Ashford Designer Outlet")](https://www.mcarthurglen.com/en/outlets/uk/designer-outlet-ashford/) [![Air IT](https://info.kentinvictachamber.co.uk/hubfs/Landing%20Page%20Graphics/Chamber%20Awards%202023/Air%20IT.jpg "Air IT")](https://www.airit.co.uk/) [![Azets](https://info.kentinvictachamber.co.uk/hubfs/Landing%20Page%20Graphics/Chamber%20Awards%202023/Azets.jpg "Azets")](https://www.azets.co.uk/) [![BAE Systems](https://info.kentinvictachamber.co.uk/hubfs/Landing%20Page%20Graphics/Chamber%20Awards%202023/BAE%20Systems.jpg "BAE Systems")](https://www.baesystems.com/en/home) [![Canterbury Christ Church University](https://info.kentinvictachamber.co.uk/hubfs/Landing%20Page%20Graphics/Chamber%20Awards%202023/Canterbury%20Christ%20Church%20University.jpg "Canterbury Christ Church University")](https://www.canterbury.ac.uk/) [![Jobmatcha](https://info.kentinvictachamber.co.uk/hubfs/Landing%20Page%20Graphics/Chamber%20Awards%202023/Jobmatcha%20Logo%20Square.jpg "Jobmatcha")](https://jobmatcha.com/) [![KCC](https://info.kentinvictachamber.co.uk/hubfs/Landing%20Page%20Graphics/Chamber%20Awards%202023/KCC-1.jpg "KCC")](https://www.kent.gov.uk/) [![Kent Invicta Chamber of Commerce](https://info.kentinvictachamber.co.uk/hubfs/Landing%20Page%20Graphics/Chamber%20Awards%202023/Kent%20Invicta%20Chamber.jpg "Kent Invicta Chamber of Commerce")](https://www.kentinvictachamber.co.uk/) [![NFU Mutual Ashford, Tenterden & Whitfield](https://info.kentinvictachamber.co.uk/hubfs/Landing%20Page%20Graphics/Chamber%20Awards%202023/NFU%20-%20Ashford%20Tenterden%20Whitfield%20(Website)-1.jpg "NFU Mutual Ashford, Tenterden & Whitfield")](https://www.nfumutual.co.uk/agent-offices/ashford/?utm_source=gbl&utm_medium=organic) [![Stagecoach](https://info.kentinvictachamber.co.uk/hubfs/Landing%20Page%20Graphics/Chamber%20Awards%202023/Stagecoach.jpg "Stagecoach")](https://www.stagecoachbus.com/) [![University Of Greenwich](https://info.kentinvictachamber.co.uk/hubfs/Landing%20Page%20Graphics/Chamber%20Awards%202023/University%20Of%20Greenwich.jpg "University Of Greenwich")](https://www.gre.ac.uk/) [![MidKent College](https://info.kentinvictachamber.co.uk/hubfs/Landing%20Page%20Graphics/Chamber%20Awards%202023/MidKent%20College.jpg "MidKent College")](https://www.midkent.ac.uk/) ## CONTACT US KENT INVICTA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Ashford Business Point, Waterbrook Avenue, Ashford, Kent, TN24 0LH Events Team [events@kentinvictachamber.co.uk](mailto:events@kentinvictachamber.co.uk) Telephone 01233 503838 | Website [www.kentinvictachamber.co.uk](http://www.kentinvictachamber.co.uk) --- ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT The content on this website is designed for everyone to find, read, and understand.  Please contact us if you have an accessibility issue, including: 1. If you are experiencing issues with accessing information or using the website 2. If you are unable to proceed with applying for an Award  3. If there is a language barrier