The MiMA 2021 Categories
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Now in their ninth year, the 2021 MiMAs mark a truly unparalleled 12 months. in the face of adversity, it's never been so important to recognise our young business talent.
This year’s awards are even bigger, with more categories, opportunities and chances for Manchester’s young business community to shine. Entries for MiMA 2021 are now closed. |
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For any queries please contact Shaun Gibb on 07964 577 640 / shaun.gibb@pro-manchester.co.uk
The MiMA 2021 Categories
Chairman's Rising Star AwardThis award will be judged by pro-manchester Chair, Jenn Hazelhurst, Partner, EY; Future pro-manchester Chair, Laura Guillon, Senior Associate, Hall Brown along with our headline sponsor OpenMoney. The winner of this award will be chosen from a shortlist made up of the winners from the individual categories. This award will be given to an individual who has proven their potential to be a future leader.
Apprentice of the Year |
This category is aimed at an outstanding individual who has/is currently serving or has completed an apprenticeship in the last year and has demonstrated an ability to go above and beyond their job role to have a positive impact on their business.
Business Development Professional of the Year
This award is for the best business development professional within the Greater Manchester region who can demonstrate excellent proficiency in searching for new business, where the role is predominantly focused on new business generation
Business Owner / Entrepreneur of the Year
This award is for the best business owner or entrepreneur within the Greater Manchester region who has demonstrated significant success in business over the past 12 months.
Finance Professional of the Year
This award is for those that have made a remarkable contribution to the financial services industry. This covers the breadth of the finance sector from accountants, bankers, wealth management and financial advisers and brokers, lending services, private equity / venture capital professionals, or other funders within the Greater Manchester region.
Graduate of the Year
This category is aimed at an outstanding individual who is currently serving or has completed a graduate or trainee program in the last year and has demonstrated an ability to go above and beyond their job role to have a positive impact on their business. Entries should provide evidence of their hard work and commitment, that has helped them achieve the best possible results in their role and to their further development within the business. Candidates will also be assessed on the positive impact they have had on their employer’s business.
HR/Talent Professional of the Year
This award is for young professionals working in human resources, people development, training and consultancy. It is open to consultancy, agency and individuals working in the HR departments of corporate businesses.
Lawyer of the Year
This award is for the best young lawyer within the Greater Manchester region. This award recognises individuals from solicitors to barristers, legal executives to patent attorneys and in-house lawyers that have made an exceptional contribution to the profession.
NEW FOR 2021: Lockdown Hero Award
This award is unique to MiMA 2021 and the unprecedented times we all find ourselves in. This award is for someone who has gone above and beyond and, in doing, made a significant, if not vital contribution to a business / organisation / community within the Greater Manchester region.
A few examples might be:
- Adapting a businesses current operations to meet unmet vital needs or better support customers / communities.
- An Internal hero for colleagues / team members, supporting them during this period.
- Going the extra mile within the Manchester / business community. This could include charitable work, or supporting business / individuals going through furlough / redundancy, or supporting the local community.
A few examples might be:
- Adapting a businesses current operations to meet unmet vital needs or better support customers / communities.
- An Internal hero for colleagues / team members, supporting them during this period.
- Going the extra mile within the Manchester / business community. This could include charitable work, or supporting business / individuals going through furlough / redundancy, or supporting the local community.
NEW FOR 2021: Manager of the Year
A brand new category for 2021, this award is open to young managers across the Greater Manchester region. The award recognises young professionals from all sectors who have responsibility for managing others and have brought out the best from those they manage through an exceptional ability to support, motivate, and aid development.
Marketing and Creative Professional of the Year
This award is for the best young marketing and creative services professional that positively and effectively enhances a brand or organisation. It is open to anyone working in a marketing / PR / advertising / design or other creative role, either in-house, agency or private business.
PA/EA/Business Support Professional of the Year
This award is for the best young personal assistant, executive assistant or business support professional who has excelled in their role. Applicants for this award must show initiative and demonstrate their responsibilities, duties and skills.
Recruitment Professional of the Year
This award is for young professionals working in recruitment and talent management. It is open to agency and in-house individuals working in the recruitment departments of corporate businesses.
NEW FOR 2021: Team of the Year
A brand new category for 2021, we want to recognise and reward the groups of people who have worked together to deliver an exceptional performance for their business in the last 12 months. The Team of the Year award has been designed for businesses that can demonstrate and show real life examples of how teamwork has led to their success.
Technology Professional of the Year
This award is open to individuals who plan, design, develop, implement or manage a technology based function in-house department, agency or private business. This includes people in product/service development, R&D, digital communication, mobile development, network architecture and management.
"Winning Marketing & Creative Professional of the Year 2020 was an incredible achievement for me personally, I was up against some great contenders and it felt amazing to be recognised for my hard work." - Becky Wilkes, Senior Sales & Marketing Manager of the North, D&D London.