Do you have a business in Bolton or Bury? Are you better than your competitors? Do you want to win a prestigious award? If so you should definitely enter the most important event of the year for Bolton and Bury businesses, the 2013 Bolton and Bury Business Awards.

The event is brought to you by The Bolton News and Bury Times, and the main sponsors are Bolton Council and The University of Bolton Business School.

The bestof Bolton are proud to announce they are one of the sponsors for the We’re backing Bolton and Bury Award. This prize recognises those businesses that have secured profit and publicity for their business and raised the profile of Bury and Bolton in the process.

There are 11 prizes to be giving out in total. The deserving winners will be decided by judges from a shortlist that will be drawn up from all those nominated. The award categories in full are

• Business of the Year
• SME Business of the Year (Small to Medium Enterprise)
• Start Up Business
• Young Person/Apprentice
• Best Company for Apprenticeship Development
• Customer Excellence
• Community Award
• Family Business
• We're Backing Bolton/Bury
• Creative Award
• Business Person of the Year

It doesn’t matter how big or small your company is. The awards are looking for employees or businesses that make a difference to the regional economy through their hard work.

If you want to put your company forward, follow this link on The Bolton News Website. http://www.theboltonnews.co.uk/news/business_awards/business_awards_categories/. All entries must be in by April 26^th. There are a few terms and conditions to enter so check the website for details.

It really is a great night out for all businesses. A table for 10 people is only £500 plus VAT or £50 plus VAT per individual. On arrival there will be a drinks reception, followed by a tasty 3 course dinner, an excellent raffle with wonderful prizes and then a post awards disco. Tickets are limited so book early to avoid disappointment.

It is also a fabulous opportunity to network with other businesses and even meet potential customers.  

Please ring 0845 3139463 to reserve your places or email events@northwest.newsquest.co.uk.

The ceremony will take place on Thursday 20^th June at the luxurious De Vere Whites Hotel in Horwich. All businesses across Bury and Bolton are welcomed. Just by attending the event you will be meeting potential customers and raising the profile of your business. Inviting your employees along too is sure to motivate staff and reward them for a great year in businesses.

Good luck to everyone who enters, we hope to see you there.