All information given on the entry forms will be treated in the strictest confidence. Any information that entrants do not want published etc should be clearly marked.

ENTRY CRITERIA

The judges will be looking for individuals or organisations that have made a
significant contribution in training to enhance the skill level of their own or
another business.
This may be a training provider working for other companies or an in-house
initiative which has greatly improved performance and motivation and may have led to recognised qualifications.
The judges will be looking for training which has enabled the business to
improve and grow and which can demonstrate measurable benefits such as
higher staff retention, increased profits and improved standards of service.

GENERAL

The judges will make their decisions based on dedication, commitment, proven success and imagination. Financial results will be considered (when given) but will be a secondary factor to those mentioned above.

ELIGIBILITY

All businesses operating within the Sunderland Echo circulation area will be
eligible to enter regardless of size, type of business etc. Employees of
NorthEast Press or any of the associated organisations involved with the event (i.e. judges) are prohibited from entering.
All information given on the application forms will be treated in the strictest
confidence. Any information that entrants do not want published etc should be
clearly marked.
Please note: an overall business of the year will be selected from entries in all
categories. If you wish to add further information to support entry into the
overall business of the year category, please complete the application form.