This award recognises the business personality who best represents achievement and longevity. The award acknowledges the winner’s sustained achievements within the business community during a distinguished career within the South Holland District Area.

Eligible business owners are those who have been actively involved in the business community and have demonstrated the following criteria:

• Has shown outstanding leadership characteristics 
• Show exemplary business achievement 
• Has demonstrated a strong connection to the economy and communities of South Holland District Council
• Association with community groups/ charitable organisations
• Industry influence and entrepreneurial success