South Hampshire College Group has been named as a finalist in the 2024 Hampshire Business Awards in the Education, Training and Skills category.
This regional recognition is testament to the exceptional progress South Hampshire College Group has made over the last year as a further education organisation, having launched a range of exciting new initiatives such as a pioneering Digital Training Vessel to grow new and innovative maritime and digital skills, a bespoke professional development provider in Business Plus for upskilling staff and business growth, and leading on the second iteration of the ever popular mobile technology roadshow TECH:TRUCK which is introducing thousands of young people to cutting-edge and emerging technologies and inspiring them with their future career options.
To celebrate the occasion, a formal drinks reception took place on Wednesday 06 November, at Lainston House Hotel in Winchester, where all finalists could network while enjoying cocktails and canapés.
Lisa Congdon, Business Development Manager at South Hampshire College Group, was one of the attendees representing the organisation. She commented: “It was fantastic to meet some of the fellow nominees in our category and hear some very inspiring stories. It was a brilliant event in a lovely setting where everyone was so supportive of each other.”
The main black-tie gala awards dinner will take place on Thursday 21 November, at Farnborough International Exhibition and Conference Centre, where the overall winners will be announced. Sixteen categories will be recognised during the ceremony with a total of six nominees in the Education, Training and Skills category.
Over 240 entries were received in this year’s event, with four independent judges deciding the winners. The finalist ceremony will be packed with the region’s strongest entrepreneurs from start and scale-ups, leaders from small and medium-sized enterprises, and all manner of talent living and working in the region.
Commenting on the tough task faced by the judges in selecting finalists and winners, Jo Whittle, Operations Director at The Business Magazine said: “As always, with such a high number and standard of entries judging was difficult and some tough decisions had to be made. Our finalists represent the cream of Hampshire, and we look forward to celebrating their achievements on the night.”
For a complete list of categories and finalists, please visit the Hampshire Business Awards dedicated webpage here.
