And the Winner Is... SMEs? The Real Value of Entering Business Awards

It’s officially awards season! The Grammys and Oscars may own the red carpet, but closer to home, it’s your business’s time to shine.
Whether you’re polishing your latest entry for the Oxfordshire Business Awards or wondering if awards schemes are really worth the effort, this live debate will lift the curtain on the truth behind the trophies.

Join our panel of experienced voices as they explore the glitz and the grind of business awards. We’ll discuss the marketing boost, the morale lift, and the hidden costs and authenticity questions that every entrant should consider.

The Debate Panel:

• Ant Parsons – ALP Synergy Limited and Enterprise Oxfordshire
  • Strategic thinker, creative collaborator, and long-time champion of innovation across the Oxfordshire business scene.
• Mark Franklin – The Four Fears Guy
  • Business performance coach and speaker known for helping people face their fears and work smarter with confidence.
• Mystery Guest – The ultimate Awards Season wildcard
  • You’ll have to join us to find out who steps onto the virtual stage, but expect a surprise worthy of a standing ovation.

Why Attend:

• Get real-world insights into the pros and cons of awards schemes for UK SMEs.
• Discover how entering, or even being nominated, can boost reputation, team engagement, and growth.
• Hear both sides of the debate in a lighthearted but thought-provoking session.
• Network with like-minded professionals who are passionate about ambition and authenticity.

Who Should Attend:
SME owners, marketing and communications leads, business growth advisors, and anyone curious about what winning, or even just entering, really means for your business story.

Get ready to debate, laugh, and maybe even reimagine your definition of “success”. After all, in true awards season style, the envelope, please...