At Solent Partners, we strive to be a nationally-leading partnership that brings together the best and the brightest industry minds from across the Solent area. Our partnership with businesses and institutions in the area has the aim of promoting our collective prosperity and sustainability as we work to grow the Solent economy.

Our strategy for the growth of the Solent area is called Solent 2050 and this is the approach that guides and informs everything we do and will be doing over the coming months and years. Our work in the area is designed to align all of our members and do everything we can to make the most of the talent and strength on offer.

We have five key Strategic Objectives that provide the framework for how we will achieve our Solent 2050 vision.

These five Objectives are as follows:

Connect, Advocate, Lead, Collaborate, Deliver.

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Portsmouth City Council is once again excited to be sponsoring the Small Business of the Year award.

A top priority of the council is to support the growth of Portsmouth's economy.

Our Economic Development and Skills service are passionate about helping business to survive, grow and thrive. As one of the region's top cities for business growth, we provide comprehensive business support, access to funding, data and training and deliver programmes to support skills development, recruitment, and job placements. portsmouth.co.uk/business-support

We are honoured to sponsor this prestigious award ceremony which recognises the amazing impact successful businesses have on the local community. For 50 years, HSDC has been one of Hampshire’s leading providers of recruitment, learning, and development. Trusted by employers large and small, we work with businesses in the city supporting their needs by delivering flexible, high-quality training programmes.

Impulse Decisions is a leading charity fundraising, event management and corporate hospitality company specialising in charity auctions, supplying bespoke corporate hospitality and experience packages, and providing tailored event management and consultancy services to an ever growing client market. Well established in the field, we have an extensive client database ranging from the UK’s largest charities and corporate firms through to smaller businesses and local charities. We pride ourselves in the strong and lasting business relationships we have with our clients. Our UAE operation is based out of Yas Marina in Abu Dhabi and delivers the same market leading services as HQ in the UK. Contact us today for more information.

We are your go-to event professionals in Portsmouth and Hampshire, and we’re here to make your celebrations come alive with our exceptional services. Whether you’re looking for a wedding DJ, corporate event entertainment, or a party enhancements, we’ve got you covered!

Our team of experienced event planners is dedicated to delivering personalised and unique services that will leave you and your guests amazed. From the latest 360 and Magic Mirror booths to Dance Floors & Event Lighting, we have everything you need to create memorable experiences.

Wessex Cancer Support provides free, local and personalised support to anyone affected by cancer in Hampshire, Dorset and the Isle of Wight. Its four cancer support centres offer a drop-in service, professional counselling, complementary therapies, activities and support groups. The charity also runs weekly drop-in sessions in Andover and new online services so local people can access support in the way that suits them best.

The Guildhall Trust is delighted to once again support ‘The News Business Excellence Awards’ and for Portsmouth Guildhall to be the host venue of the prestigious awards ceremony.

We are proud to be a part of the Portsmouth business community and look forward to celebrating the outstanding achievements of all businesses and professional individuals nominated this year.

Find out more about Conferencing and Occasions at Portsmouth Guildhall and how your business can collaborate with The Guildhall Trust at:

www.portsmouthguildhall.org.uk