BT Business
Essence of the Entrepreneur
2008 Winners Photography Exhibition
The winners of the BT Business Essence of the Entrepreneur campaign 2008 have now been announced and their photograph captured by renowned photographer Rankin.
The photographs will be exhibited at the gallery@oxo on London's South Bank from 29th January - 1st March 2009 or click below to view the 2008 winner's gallery.
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- Comments from previous entrants
BT Business celebrates inspiring UK entrepreneurs
The annual BT Business Essence of the Entrepreneur competition celebrates the achievements of inspiring UK entrepreneurs that have demonstrated exceptional dedication and found new directions to succeed in business with the help of technology.
Over the last few years the BT Business Essence of the Entrepreneur competition has celebrated a diverse range of businesses right across the UK including an online tyre retailer, a hand-tailored suit-making company, a landscape gardener, a retro sweet shop and an all-female construction company. To celebrate their success each of the winners have had their photograph taken to capture the 'essence' of their business.
See behind the scenes of the photoshoot with the 2008 winners and an online gallery of all the winners.
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Comments from previous entrants
"The exposure my company has received as a result of the award has been phenomenal and has snowballed into some really major opportunities."
Kerrie Keeling, founder, A Woman's Touch
"The credibility and increased awareness that comes with winning BT's Essence of Entrepreneur has been a huge boost for Tots to France. It has given our brand strength and added kudos which undoubtedly helps to differentiate my business in the increasingly competitive family travel market. In addition, it was great fun to be involved with the scheme and has been a fantastic pat on the back for me and my team!"
Wendy Shand, founder and director, Tots to France
"Winning the Essence of the Entrepreneur has opened doors to all kinds of opportunities. The picture was used on the front of the business pages of our regional newspaper and has been the starting point for conversations that have to helped to expand our business to three new areas this year."
Kate Welch, Chief Executive, Acumen Community Enterprise Development Trust
Growing Business
The BT Business Essence of the Entrepreneur competition has partnered with Growing Business. Click here for more information.
