WIN £2,500 Worth Of Prizes For Your Business! 

2012 Waltham Forest Small Business Competition

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Isn't it time that you were recognised and rewarded for the determination, hard work and contribution your business makes to the Waltham Forest economy? 

Now's your chance!    

We're giving small businesses the chance to shout about what they do best and have the chance to win this great prize package:   

a) Waterstones (Booksellers) - Top Business Books Selection

b) Ryman Business Voucher (stationery, office and business suppliers)

c) WFWIB Three Month Business Support Package 

Open to all businesses in Waltham Forest

Businesses are invited to nominate themselves in either of the following categories:  

• Start-up Business of the Year  (under 2 years trading)
• Retail Business of the Year
• Creative Business of the Year
• Social Enterprise/ Charity of the Year
• Professional Service Provider of the Year
• Food &/or Drinks Business of the Year    

Why should I get involved?  

1.  You'll be able to gain valuable publicity for your business and promote the services that you offer. 

2.  You'll be supporting the movement to shop local and attract more customers.

3.  You'll be supporting the celebration of the great variety of small businesses operating in Waltham Forest

How will it work? 

- All businesses are invited to select an appropriate category and nominate themselves.  A maximum of 2 category nominations are permitted.  Category nominations must be received by 5pm Friday 30th March.

- Categories winners will be selected and announced by Tuesday 10th April.  Category winners will be asked to get as many votes as possible in a bid to win the overall competition prize - a great way to get your clients and customers involved!

- The overall winner will be announced on Monday 30th April and awarded during that week, supported by local press and key social media channels.   

Sounds great!  How do I enter?

You can nominate your business by registering at the top of this page.  You will then be taken to an application form, which must be fully completed.   You can use any previous supporting information to support your case - testimonials, video, posters, pictures.  All applications must be made online.

Important Dates:  

Launch Day 24th January 2012. 

Category entry deadlines 30th March. 

Category winners  announced10th April.

Overall announced winner 30th April

Rules:

The competition is open to all types of businesses based in the London Borough of Waltham Forest with 50 or less employees.  Full terms and conditions are available at:  www.walthamforestwomeninbusiness.com

To Enter- click the “Register” button for the chance to win!