Why should I enter the Kettering Awards?
By entering the Kettering Awards it will help to raise your business profile within the local area along with being able to use the event to promote your business to potential new clients and other businesses who may be attending the event.
My business is based outside of Kettering, can I still enter?
Only businesses within the Borough of Kettering can participate in the Kettering Awards. This includes all businesses within the Kettering district as stipulated by the Local Government Boundary Commission for England (LGBCE) which are; Kettering, Burton Latimer, Desborough, Rothwell, Ashley, Barton Seagrave, Brampton Ash, Braybrooke, Broughton Cranford, Cransley, Dingley, Geddington, Grafton Underwood, Harrington, Loddington, Mawsley Village, Newton and Little Oakley, Orton, Pytchley, Rushton, Stoke Albany, Sutton Bassett, Thorpe Malsor, Warkton, Weekley, Weston by Welland and Wilbarston.
How does the judging process work ?
Our judges are all independent and have a great understanding of key elements in running a business. They are all situated outside the Borough of Kettering giving them a nonbiased view on entrants. Entries will be submitted by a form via the website. All entries are then passed onto our judges, to judge on each element using a point scoring system.
What if I have an office/shop in Kettering as well as in another location outside of the Kettering Borough?
You can still enter the Kettering Awards as a chain so long as you are conducting business in Kettering and have been granted permission from the relevant ownership.
Can I enter more than one category?
Yes, you can enter your business into no more than three categories, If your business is eligible for more than one category such as Best Customer Service and Small Business Of The Year then yes you can enter into them both. You can see the details on categories here.
I am not sure which category to enter?
You can see a full description on what each category consists of here. Alternatively you can contact Info@polkadotevents.co.uk with any queries on entering the awards.
Can I use the Kettering Awards logo to promote our company?
Finalists and winners will receive logos to promote their achievement before and after the event. If you would like any promo material to let your customers or followers know you have taken part in the awards, please email Info@polkadotevents.co.uk
If I make the final for two categories, does this mean I have to buy 4 tickets?
No, only a minimum of two representatives are required to attend per company.
What if no-one can attend the awards ceremony but we have already entered the awards?
Unfortunately we will have to disqualify you as it would be unfair to other finalists and would have a negative effect on the awards evening itself should anyone win an award and not be there to receive it. This can be reviewed in exceptional circumstances by contacting Info@polkadotevents.co.uk
How much is a ticket?
The cost of an individual ticket is £50.00.
Where do the proceeds from the evening go?
All proceeds from the event will be donated to a local charity. All marketing and event management costs have been sponsored by local businesses.
Is there a limit to the amount of tickets I can purchase?
Yes, we have capped the limit on 4 per company to make it fair on all finalists and attendees. Under exceptional circumstances we can assess individual cases requiring more than 4 tickets.
I have special dietary requirements, who should I inform of this?
Please email Info@polkadotevents.co.uk with any special dietary requirements, please be very clear with your requirements and let us know at the earliest opportunity
What is the dress code for the awards ceremony?
Smart dress only, no jeans or trainers.
What happens if the event cannot go ahead due to Covid?
If we are unable to host the event in a face to face environment due to Covid, we will host this year’s awards virtually, prices of tickets will be reviewed. If we are unable to host virtually a revised date will be made.
Do you have any terms and conditions I can read?
Yes, you can read them here
