Facilities management company Vertas has been confirmed as headline sponsor for Nottinghamshire’s 2025/26 East Midlands Chamber Business Awards.
Taking place at Nottingham Belfry on 12th March 2026, the Chamber’s Nottinghamshire Business Awards will recognise standout firms across 12 categories covering areas like digital transformation, apprenticeships and people development.
Vertas launched a new joint venture in Nottinghamshire in September 2025, marking a significant step in expanding its regional presence. Employing over 5,000 colleagues across the UK, Vertas Group delivers facilities management services including catering, cleaning, security, design and property consultancy, and recruitment.
Radio personalities Jo and Sparky will host the prestigious ceremony which will be accompanied by a three-course dinner. Finalists for each of the award categories will be revealed at the Chamber President’s Celebration of Success on 9th October.
East Midlands Chamber Chief Executive Scott Knowles said: “Nottinghamshire is fortunate to be home to so many innovative, successful and forward-thinking firms that are deserving of recognition. I’m delighted that Vertas, an important contributor to the county’s economy, will sponsor the Chamber’s 2025/26 Business Awards.
“Showcasing exceptional business talent, whether that be from innovation, impressive customer service or a standout apprentice, the Chamber’s Business Awards are an opportunity to shine and share achievement, while building valuable connections.”
Vertas Chief Operating Officer Keith Buet said: “With our new joint venture with the county council in Nottinghamshire successfully launched, we’re excited to begin building strong relationships across the region. Supporting an event that celebrates and champions the many high-achieving businesses that drive the county’s economy is a meaningful way to start that journey.
“By sponsoring the East Midlands Chamber Nottinghamshire Business Awards 2025/26, we’re proud to align our values of collaboration, excellence, and community with an initiative that recognises outstanding contributions across the region. We very much look forward to seeing the incredible business talent that takes to the stage to receive well-deserved recognition, whether that be for skill, driving growth, or innovation.”
East Midlands Chamber Business Awards 2025/26 categories:
- Digital Transformation Award
- CSR Leadership Award
- Collaboration of the Year Award
- Green Business of the Year Award
- Commitment to People Development Award
- Apprenticeship of the Year Award
- Excellence in Customer Service Award
- Education and Business Partnership of the Year Award
- Micro Business of the Year Award
- Small Business of the Year Award
- Innovation of the Year Award
- Business of the Year Award
