Inverclyde Chamber of Commerce launches 2025 ICON Awards

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Inverclyde Chamber of Commerce kicked off the 2025 ICON Awards with a vibrant launch event at Gourock Golf Club on Thursday 8^nd May 2024. The evening featured networking, inspiring speeches, and a preview of the year ahead.

Sponsored by Safer Group, the event brought together business leaders, past ICON Award winners, sponsors, and Chamber members. Attendees enjoyed a welcome drink and a networking buffet, creating a lively atmosphere for connecting with local businesses. The evening also outlined plans for the 2025 ICON Awards, including BRAND NEW award categories and entry process.

The 2025 ICON Awards features 10 categories that recognise a wide range of business achievements and community contributions. Among them, the Lifetime Achievement Award stands out for its focus on achievements of individuals who have made a long term impact and have been or continue to be involved in contributing to the local community. The other categories include:

Health & Wellbeing Organisation of the Year

Most Promising Start-Up Business of the Year

Tourism & Hospitality Award

From Local to Global Award

Business Growth Award

Journey to Net Zero Award

Learning & Development Award

Third Sector Organisation of the Year - NEW

Retail, Beauty & E-Commerce Award - NEW

To apply for any of these categories or to learn more about them, visit the Inverclyde Chamber website, where you'll find application forms and detailed descriptions.

One of the event's notable highlights was the announcement that Moving On Inverclyde will be this year's charity partner for the ICON Awards. Chosen based on nominations from chamber members, Moving On Inverclyde focuses on supporting individuals in Inverclyde affected by substance misuse since 2002. They offer a free, four-phase recovery programme encompassing early intervention, skill development, community engagement, and ongoing support. Their mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and foster a healthier community.

A video of a previous ICON Award winner, Fairlie Curved, who secured the 2024 Business Growth Award, was shown to share what being a part of the ICON Awards meant to her. This story was both inspiring and motivating, emphasizing the importance of celebrating business excellence in Inverclyde.

Marise White from Safer Group, spoke about the company's role as headline sponsor for the 2025 ICON Awards.

With the launch event complete, Inverclyde Chamber is now accepting entries and nominations for the 2025 ICON Awards. Local businesses are encouraged to participate and showcase their achievements. If you are a business interested in sponsoring as a headline sponsor, category sponsor or table sponsor, please contact marketing@inverclydechamber.co.uk.

For press inquiries, sponsorship information, or more details about the 2025 ICON Awards, contact Hannah Lang, Inverclyde Chamber’s Marketing and Events Management Executive, at marketing@inverclydechamber.co.uk. or visit www.inverclydechamber.co.uk

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