Ready to shine a spotlight on the incredible people who power our local businesses? The Ilkley Business Awards 2026 are your chance to celebrate the outstanding individuals who go above and beyond in their roles. We’re talking about the inspiring leaders, the rising stars, and the dedicated long-serving employees who make our community thrive.
To help you craft a truly compelling nomination that captures the judges’ attention, we’ve put together some essential guidelines and tips. Whether you’re nominating your amazing boss, a talented colleague, or a loyal team member, these insights will ensure your entry stands out from the crowd.
Let’s dive in and discover how to write a winning nomination that truly showcases the incredible talent within our local businesses!
TIPS FOR A GOOD ENTRY
To make your nomination shine, tell us about your colleague in 800-1000 words, covering these key points:
- About them: What’s their role, what are their strengths, and what makes them special?
- Key achievements: What are their biggest successes, and how have they contributed to the company?
- Challenges and solutions: How have they overcome obstacles and demonstrated resilience?
- Their impact: How do they contribute to the team, company culture, and overall success? How do they inspire others?
TIPS FOR A WINNING NOMINATION
- Be specific: Use real examples to illustrate their qualities and accomplishments.
- Show the impact: Use data and metrics to demonstrate their contributions. Has their work led to positive changes, like increased sales, happier customers, or a more efficient team?
- Highlight what’s unique: What makes this person truly stand out?
- Write with passion: Let your enthusiasm for your colleague shine through!
- Pro tip: Write your nomination in a Word document first, then copy and paste it into the online form.
Nominate your colleague today and help us celebrate the best of Ilkley’s business community!
Don’t forget, alongside these fantastic individual awards, there are also 9 other categories celebrating business excellence – read more here.
ENTRY FORMS
Download the entry form (it’s a word document) complete and and email to entries@ilkleybusinessawards.co.uk
