The Dorset Business Awards 2019, organised by Dorset Chamber, saw more than 700 guests celebrate the success of 36 businesses, 12 of which left with a prize.

Stuart Dixon, head of marketing and communications at Dorset Chamber, said, “The Gala Dinner is the night of the year where the community comes together to celebrate business in Dorset. It is a fantastic evening recognising and acknowledging the outstanding work businesses in our region are doing. Every year we are reminded of the talent and ambition that thrives in the area, and as the regional chamber, are proud to represent this.

“Thank you to all our sponsors, without you, this event just wouldn’t happen. I’d like to congratulate all the winners and shortlisted finalists of this year’s awards.”

The gala dinner took place at the end of November.

Award winners:

Investing in Dorset – Dorset Cruises, Poole

Excellence in Engineering and Manufacturing – Field International Ltd, Poole

Creative Impact – Global Brand Communications (STARS), Bournemouth

Team Jobs Team of the Year – Ceuta Group Talent Management and Development Team, Bournemouth

Apprentice of the Year – Emily Birkett

Company of the Year – Mploy Staffing Solution, Poole

Family Business – Hoburne Group, Christchurch

Employee Health & Wellbeing – Health On Line, Bournemouth

Dorset Environmental Award – English Oak Vineyard, Poole

Business Leader of the Year – Jamie Sergeant, Crowd

Excellence in Exporting – Aviation & Defence Spares – Poole

Enhanced Business Growth – Venture Engineering Group – Poole