Essex Business of the Year

Sponsored and judged jointly by Bird Luckin (visit website)
and Wollastons (visit website)

You should not submit an entry to this category.

The Essex Business of the Year is selected from the finalists of each business category excluding Business Hero/Heroine and Outstanding Business Person which are both individuals' awards.

All the judges participate in the selection process led by Bird Luckin and Wollastons.

Bird Luckin

Leading Essex accountants and business advisers Bird Luckin are well aware that in the ever-competitive commercial worlds, the smallest advantage can make a huge difference.

A real commitment to customer care and service can provide that advantage - an ethos which Bird Luckin has followed in building long-term relationships with its own clients. By focusing on clients' needs and providing advice and expertise on a wide range of issues alongside traditional compliance matters, Bird Luckin can tailor solutions to meet each client's unique situation.

It's an approach which has brought success to both the company and its clients and Bird Luckin also brings that long-term commitment to the Essex Business Awards. The company has been the sponsor of the Customer Care and Service category of the Essex Business Awards since they began, and 2008 will be Bird Luckin's 6th year as joint overall sponsor.

Client service director Janis Osborne has been judging the awards throughout that time alongside Jenny Cook, marketing director with 25 years experience in the professional service industry.

Wollastons

Wollastons is a leading regional commercial law firm. It attracts high calibre individuals, many from leading City firms, and has built a strong reputation for its specialist expertise and quality of service.

The firm handles high profile and complex work, both at a regional and national level. It prides itself on building long-term professional relationships and providing every client with a personal service tailored to their requirements.

Wollastons is highly recommended by 'Chambers UK' and 'Legal 500', the two leading independent reviewers of the top law firms in the country, being described as 'an efficient operation that provides impeccable service'; and 'a good forward-thinking outfit which offers clear and concise advice to clients. A team that is on top of its game and clued-up'. Wollastons is the only Essex law firm to be named as a 'regional heavyweight'.

This is the sixth year that Wollastons has been joint main sponsor of the Essex Business of the Year.