For the past four years the event has celebrated business excellence in North East Cheshire.

And now we can announced the North East Cheshire Business Awards 2015 are open for entry.

Sue Bowden from Macclesfield Chamber of Commerce, the lead organiser of the event, said: “I would recommend that any business in North East Cheshire consider entering this year’s Awards. They are dedicated to celebrating the success, talent and all that’s great about business in our area. The categories allow for companies of all sizes and all sectors to be considered for their outstanding achievement, innovation, leadership, creativity and more importantly, a positive contribution to the success of the local business community.

“This recognition is not only good for potential clients but staff as well – and as any of our previous winners will tell you, the kudos and PR you get from winning is fantastic, and it will make your staff be proud to work for you.”

Covering Macclesfield, Knutsford, Wilmslow and all the areas in-between, the awards - which are open to all businesses regardless of size - culminate with a fantastic glittering black tie Gala Dinner at The Mere Resort in Knutsford on November 19, 2015.

This year there are 10 categories: Business of the Year Turnover over £5 million; Business of the Year Turnover £1 million to £5 million; Small Business of the Year; Innovation and Design; Excellence in Customer Service; Team of the Year; Best use of Social Media; Start-up of the Year; Best Design/Creative Campaign; Best Company to Work For.

The sponsors and partners include: NatWest Bank, Orbit Developments, Thorneycroft Solicitors, Plastic Card Services, Harts, Chess, RA Smart, Williams & Crosby, Macclesfield Chamber of Commerce, Cheshire Silk 106.9, Sphere Printers, Cheshire East Council and the Macclesfield Express.

The Awards are now open for entries with a closing date of September 30.

Entry is free and forms are available via necbawards.co.uk.

There are a few opportunities still available for businesses interested in sponsorship packages.

For further information, please contact Sue or Jayne at Macclesfield Chamber on 01625 665940 or email info@macclesfieldchamber.co.uk.