In a unique twist, in addition to demonstrating evidence of rapid growth, increased market share and excellent customer service, judges will also be looking for individuals who have contributed to building the entrepreneurial community in the UK.
"We believe passionately that it is entrepreneurs who are leading the economic recovery in this country. Now is the time to recognize those that are not only driving successful businesses for themselves, but are going that extra mile to help other entrepreneurs succeed." Said Michael Conway, Managing Director of Quayside Group and President of EOUK.
The Entrepreneurs' Organization is made up of nearly 8,000 entrepreneurs, from all industries, all over the world, with businesses turning over a minimum of £650,000.
Stephen Richards Evans, Head of Private Bank, West, Standard Chartered Private Bank said: "In line with our own brand promise of being ‘Here for good' we are thrilled to be supporting this new award created by EO. Entrepreneurs deliver the engine of growth in every economy. They are the job creators and therefore the tireless wealth builders of every society and we are honoured to be able to pay tribute in this way to the extraordinary achievements of the sector in the UK."
Details on how to enter the awards are available here . Entries are open to businesses with a turnover of more than £650,000 ($1,000,000) in the last year. Companies can enter themselves, or nominate a worthy winner. The deadline for entries is Friday 14th January 2011 and shortlisted entrants will be invited to attend a ceremony at the Saatchi Gallery on January 26th 2011.
A separate award with the same criteria is also being launched for EO members in the UK.
About EO
The Entrepreneurs' Organization (EO) - for entrepreneurs only - is a dynamic, global network of more than 7,500 business owners in 38 countries. Founded in 1987 by a group of young entrepreneurs, EO is the catalyst that enables entrepreneurs to learn and grow from each other, leading to greater business success and an enriched personal life.
http://www.eonetwork.org
Standard Chartered Private Bank
Standard Chartered Private Bank is the private banking division of Standard Chartered. Headquartered in Singapore, the Private Bank provides exciting career opportunities to over 1,300 employees including over 400 relationship managers globally. It has 31 offices in Asia, Africa, Middle East, Americas and Europe.
The Private Bank has grown strongly since its inception in May 2007. On top of its strong organic growth, it acquired American Express Bank in 2008, through which it has further improved its capabilities. The Private Bank has been showing continued strong growth: In 2009, it saw assets under management increased by 26% in Asia and 12% globally and its client base increased by 25%. In the first half of 2010, its assets under management have grown by 27% in Asia and 12% globally with over 2,500 clients.
The Private Bank leverages the natural strengths of Standard Chartered: Over 150 year heritage of international banking experience, an international network across over 70 countries and strong local presence in growth markets. This puts the Private Bank in an advantaged position to build and deepen relationship with its clients.
Standard Chartered Private Bank won the "Outstanding Private Bank in Asia Pacific" award, for the third year in a row, at the annual Private Banker International Global Awards 2010. It was also awarded Best Financial Services Web Site in the 2009 Web Marketing Association Awards.
For more information, please visit: http://www.privatebank.standardchartered.com
The Standard Chartered Private Bank is the private banking division of Standard Chartered Bank.
Standard Chartered Bank is incorporated in England and Wales with limited liability by Royal Charter 1853, Reference number ZC 18. The Principal Office of the Company is situated in England at 1 Aldermanbury Square, London EC2V 7SB. Standard Chartered Bank is authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority under FSA register number 114276.
