Enfield’s New Business Awards Receive Overwhelming Number of Nominations
🎉 Drumroll, please! 🥁 Garry Kousoulou, the enthusiastic founder of Loving Local, is absolutely thrilled to announce the finalists for the Best New Business in Enfield! Thousands of incredible “local stars” have been nominated for the newly-launched Enfield Business Community Awards.
🌟 The excitement is palpable, and the community spirit is soaring high! Stay tuned to find out who will shine the brightest in our vibrant local business scene! 🌟🎉
More than 13,000 nominations have been received across various categories – including ‘best local service provider’, ‘best healthcare provider’, ‘best charity’ and ‘community business of the year’ – up 250% on last year.
in just 21 days we will be at the finals.
It is great to see so many people being recognised for their hard work and dedication to the community.” The idea to launch the Enfield Business and Community Awards came from an American student, Brooklyn Wilson, on a work placement with Loving Local. The awards ceremony will be attended by local MPs Feryal Clark and Bambos Charalambous. Loving Local is a community-based firm which lists, supports and promotes local businesses, charities and voluntary groups. Garry added: “We are excited to have the support of our local MPs and other dignitaries at the awards ceremony. It is important to celebrate the achievements of those who make a positive impact in our community, and we are thrilled to be able to do so through these awards.”In the vibrant heart of Enfield, a groundbreaking celebration is underway, igniting the spirit of community and commerce alike. Spearheaded by Garry Kousoulou, the visionary behind the community-centric enterprise, Loving Local, the inaugural Enfield Business and Community Awards have taken the borough by storm. An astounding surge of support has materialized, with over 3,000 nominations flooding in, shining a spotlight on the unsung heroes of our local streets.
With categories spanning the best in local services, healthcare excellence, charitable endeavours, and standout community businesses, the awards have tapped into a wellspring of appreciation for those who go above and beyond. The curtain will soon close on nominations, setting the stage for a public vote that promises to be a celebration of communal choice and voice.
Garry, touched by the overwhelming response, shared his excitement, “To see such a wave of nominations – over 3,000 in just a week – has truly exceeded all expectations. It’s a testament to the boundless dedication and passion within our community.”
This initiative was sparked by the innovative thinking of Brooklyn Wilson, an American student with a keen eye for community development, during her tenure at Loving Local. The awards night, poised for the 14th of April, is anticipated to be a gathering of Enfield’s finest, with local MPs Feryal Clark and Bambos Charalambous among the distinguished attendees.
At the heart of Loving Local lies a commitment to uplifting and uniting local enterprises, charities, and voluntary organizations, fostering a network of support that enriches the community fabric. As Garry notes, “The backing of our MPs and community leaders is crucial. This event isn’t just about accolades; it’s a platform to celebrate and amplify the positive forces at work in our community.”
The Enfield Business and Community Awards stand as a beacon of local pride and progress, championed by Loving Local’s relentless drive to weave stronger bonds of support and recognition across the borough.
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Best Restaurant: Lizzie’s Cucina
Best Local Service Provider: Holtwhites Bakery
Best Market Stall: Bright Aura
Green Award: Remedies London
Female Entrepreneur of the Year: Shomari Anderson
Male Entrepreneur of the Year: Lawrence-Thor Stephen
Best Cafe/Coffee Shop: Wanasa Café
Best Pub: Rose and Crown
Happiest Place to Work: ANA Nursing
Outstanding Customer Service: Maria Elias
Best Work Experience Employer: Kickstart Homes CIC
Best Health Care Provider: Tessa Stevens
Best Charity: Family Based Solutions
Most Effective Social Media and Marketing: ME Winchmore Hill
Best Childcare Provider: The Artz Kidz
Best Trade: Tully’s Domestic Appliances
Best Property Company: Relocation Homes
Best Online Business: FOLDiMATS
Best Health/Leisure Club: Unite in Fitness
Best Finance, Legal, and Business Services: Metro Bank
Community Business of the Year: Platinum Academy of Performing Arts
Best Live Music Venue or Music Festival: Livestock Events
Best New Business: Indulgence by Josephine
Lifetime Achievement Award: Emma Supple
Enfield Community Heroes: Yevgeniya Pozigun, Dionne John, Colin Lee-Own