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Budding entrepreneurs saw their achievements go under the spotlight this week at the second annual Enterprising Stockton Awards.
The event at Stockton Riverside College aims to highlight the success and accomplishments of individuals and independent businesses from across the borough.
From a student theatre company to a fledgling business working with birds of prey – the event recognised the diversity of business start-ups in the area.
“It is amazing to see the enthusiasm and imagination that is being put to good use to create fantastic business ideas,” said Stockton Riverside College’s Enterprise Co-ordinator Laura Langridge.
The Enterprising Stockton initiative brings together representatives from Teesside businesses, education providers, voluntary organisations and the local authority, to share expertise and ideas on ways to encourage a culture of enterprise across the region.
Jason Faulkner, Stockton Riverside College’s vice principal curriculum, said: “We have seen some great examples of how education, business and the third sector can work together to support and develop the entrepreneurs of the future.”
Bringing the message to young people, he explained, at the College students are encouraged to develop their entrepreneurial skills, alongside their courses. With the opportunity to secure a small pot of cash, the learners can bring their ideas to life.
Among this year’s student start-ups was theatre company Dynamic Infinite. The group picked up two awards at the glittering ceremony, walking away with the Social Impact Award and named overall winner.
“It’s very exciting, we didn’t expect this at all,” said Lucy Wrigley, 18, of Billingham.
“To win the Social Impact Award means a lot to us. The first show we did, Chatroom, was about cyber bullying and teen depression, it was quite a difficult play to do but I think we pulled it off and got the important message across.”
Now planning to continue their work as a small theatre company, Lucy said: “We are very grateful to everyone that helped us. It has involved a lot of people and so this is their award too.”
Winners on the night also included, Abby Taylor Graphic Design and Illustration, Graham and Sarah’s Gaming Café, Stockton Riverside College’s Prince’s Trust Achieve groups and Abbey Falconry.
Picking up the Journey Travelled Award, Abby Taylor said: “It was such a proud moment and a wonderful event where I got to meet some great people. This means that I now have two awards under my belt in my first year of business.
“It is amazing to see these huge organisations come together to recognise local entrepreneurs and I was honoured to be a part of it.”
The event at Stockton Riverside College aims to highlight the success and accomplishments of individuals and independent businesses from across the borough.
From a student theatre company to a fledgling business working with birds of prey – the event recognised the diversity of business start-ups in the area.“It is amazing to see the enthusiasm and imagination that is being put to good use to create fantastic business ideas,” said Stockton Riverside College’s Enterprise Co-ordinator Laura Langridge.
The Enterprising Stockton initiative brings together representatives from Teesside businesses, education providers, voluntary organisations and the local authority, to share expertise and ideas on ways to encourage a culture of enterprise across the region.
Jason Faulkner, Stockton Riverside College’s vice principal curriculum, said: “We have seen some great examples of how education, business and the third sector can work together to support and develop the entrepreneurs of the future.”
Bringing the message to young people, he explained, at the College students are encouraged to develop their entrepreneurial skills, alongside their courses. With the opportunity to secure a small pot of cash, the learners can bring their ideas to life.
Among this year’s student start-ups was theatre company Dynamic Infinite. The group picked up two awards at the glittering ceremony, walking away with the Social Impact Award and named overall winner.“It’s very exciting, we didn’t expect this at all,” said Lucy Wrigley, 18, of Billingham.
“To win the Social Impact Award means a lot to us. The first show we did, Chatroom, was about cyber bullying and teen depression, it was quite a difficult play to do but I think we pulled it off and got the important message across.”
Now planning to continue their work as a small theatre company, Lucy said: “We are very grateful to everyone that helped us. It has involved a lot of people and so this is their award too.”
Winners on the night also included, Abby Taylor Graphic Design and Illustration, Graham and Sarah’s Gaming Café, Stockton Riverside College’s Prince’s Trust Achieve groups and Abbey Falconry.
Picking up the Journey Travelled Award, Abby Taylor said: “It was such a proud moment and a wonderful event where I got to meet some great people. This means that I now have two awards under my belt in my first year of business.
“It is amazing to see these huge organisations come together to recognise local entrepreneurs and I was honoured to be a part of it.”
