This year’s awards are being run in Association with the Institute of Directors Eastern Region.

The Institute of Directors (IoD) is an association of members that forms a network reaching into every corner of the business community. IoD membership spans the whole spectrum of business leadership, from the largest public sector companies to the smallest private firm. Membership of the IoD is individual ... each new member joins the IoD is his or her capacity as a director or person of similar status. IoD members enjoy the benefits of having an influential organisation on their side in representing their concerns to government, and at their side in providing professional business support wherever it is needed. For more information visit www.iod.com/Home/Local-Network/East-of-England.

Our Sponsors:

Lloyds TSB Commercial is proud to be sponsoring EEBW for the fourth time. We firmly believe that these awards help promote and build successful businesses right across our local communities.

As the number one bank for ‘start-ups’ and with a dedicated team of specialist Relationship Managers, we believe that Lloyds TSB Commercial can help your business go from strength to strength.

Are you getting the support your business needs?

When was the last time you felt your existing bank really took an interest in you or indeed visited you? Are you confident you will have the support you want, when you want it to help run and grow your business?

if you’re not sure, then maybe it’s time for a change.

Visit www.lloydstsb.com/business to find out more.

Adnams PLC is proud to sponsor the Businesswoman of the Year Award.

Premium beers. Wonderful wines. Characterful pubs. Bespoke hotels. Stylish kitchenware and gifts. We do all these from our home on the coast at Southwold and have expanded throughout Suffolk and beyond. We might have evolved from our roots as a brewer, but what's at our heart is the same; respect for our environment, our people and our community. It's our values that make us what we are - delightfully different.

For more information visit www.adnams.co.uk. 

Ashridge Business School helps people and organisations to be the best. We take pride in working in partnership with some of the world's leading business organisations in tackling the complex challenges they face, such as formulating and implementing strategic development, leadership and change. This website will show you how Ashridge Business School can help you, the individual, as well as how we can help your organisation

Vist www.ashridge.org.uk to find out more

Suffolk Business Women (SBW) is delighted to sponsor the Beatrice Wilkinson Memorial Award, in memory of our founder. This award is for women who have made a real contribution to business, however attained.

SBW has recently become affiliated to Suffolk Chamber of Commerce and is supported by Suffolk County Council. Our aim is to provide a supportive and inspirational meeting place for women from all types of business background, so that we can network, share information and experiences and discuss good practice.

SBW is open to all business women based in Suffolk, whether you have your own business, are an employee or are currently on a career break. No membership of SBW is necessary to attend events and Suffolk Chamber members will enjoy the benefit of reduced rates for events and workshops.

Visit www.suffolkbusinesswomen.co.uk for further information

DPS Technology Group are proud sponsors of the East of England Businesswomen of the Year Awards' website. Our focus on quality and support makes DPS the ideal partner for ALL your computing, telephony and internet needs.

Contact us on 01473 283283 or visit our website www.dpstech.co.uk

In the world of biologics, MedImmune has established itself as a true visionary, with one of the most robust pipelines in the biopharmaceutical industry. From groundbreaking research and development, to state-of-the-art manufacturing to product commercialisation, every day we're touching lives. We're proudly united by the spirit of innovation, the heart of inspiration and the strength of integration, as we advance science for better health.

Visit www.medimmune.com to find out more.

Mosaic Publicity is one of the largest and most successful PR and marketing agencies in East Anglia, delivering creative campaigns for our clients. Our award-winning public relations consultancy, based in Colchester in Essex, offers a full range of strategic PR, design and media training services to organisations across the UK. We always look at the bigger picture, utilising both traditional and new media.

Visit www.mosaicpublicity.co.uk to find out more.