BUSINESSES are being reminded that the deadline is fast approaching for entries for the 2019 Oxfordshire Business Awards.

In January staff from the county’s leading companies gathered for the official launch, sponsored by the 2018 Business of the Year winner Oxford Space Systems.

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The launch night took place at the Sadler Building at Oxford Science Park, itself home to over 90 companies and employing more than 2,500 people.

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Firms have been invited to enter the awards to compete for a total of 14 categories.

The awards began in 1994.

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Now – a quarter of a century on – OXBA chairman Paul Lowe is hoping the event can continue to have a positive impact on Oxfordshire’s business community, as well as helping to ‘promote excellence’ across all sectors.

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And he is reminding businesses that the deadline of Monday, March 18 is fast approaching. Mr Lowe said earlier: “For 25 years the awards have championed businesses and individuals who have made a positive impact in Oxfordshire.

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“The launch event was a fantastic opportunity to welcome previous award winners, along with new businesses we haven’t engaged with previously.

“Winning an OXBA brings genuine recognition and acknowledgement among peers. We urge businesses to consider entering these prestigious awards.”

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The Oxford Times sponsors the Charity and Community Award. For more visit oxfordshirebusinessawards.co.uk