Conwy's business community was celebrated at the county’s annual awards event.
There were 14 prizes handed out at the Conwy Business Awards held at Venue Cymru in Llandudno.
It was hosted by hill farmer and TV star Gareth Wyn Jones and was supported by headline sponsors Cartrefi Conwy, and run by Conwy County Borough Council’s business support team.
The winners were:
Business of the Year sponsored by North Wales Honda
Winner: Worldspan Plc, Abergele
The judges commented that this was an exceptional application – they have shown innovation, a good business footprint and growth and brand strategy.
New Business of the Year 2019 sponsored by Powlsons Design + Innovation Business of the Year 2019 supported by M-Sbarc Hwb Menter/ Enterprise Hub
Winner of both categories : LIMB-Art, Bylchau
LIMB-Art is a design and manufacturing company founded by Paralympic swimmer and medallist Mark and his wife Rachael based in the heart of North Wales dedicated to producing cool prosthetic leg covers.
IT/Digital Business of the Year sponsored by Computer Solutions.
Winner: FreeGames.org
Freegames.org develop and publish wholesome, free games that can be played instantly on any device with no in-game adverts and games that are genuinely 100% free.
Apprentice of the Year sponsored by Grwp Llandrillo Menai
Winner: Melanie Davis
Judges said Mel’s dedication to helping others overcome their own personal difficulties is inspiring.
Best Customer Focus sponsored by PSS: Winner: Canine & Co, Betws-y-Coed
The judges were impressed with how the business strives to listen and act on customer feedback.
Social Enterprise of the Year sponsored by Social Business Wales Winner: The Rabbit Hole Café, Llandudno
A social enterprise set up in 2014 by Aberconwy Mind.
Corporate Social Responsibility sponsored by Thornley Leisure:
Winner: Marks & Spencer Llandudno
Green Business of the Year 2019 sponsored by MK Enterprises
Winner: Seibiant, Conwy
Judges said they had shown a concern for social benefit as well as environment.
Outstanding Employee of the Year sponsored by Adventure Parc Snowdonia
Winner: Kirsty Williams, Tan Y Ddraig Ceramic café, Conwy
The judges said Kirsty has shown high levels of initiative since coming to work at Tan Y Ddraig Ceramic Café.
Food and Drink Business of the Year sponsored by Worldspan Creative. Winner: Sheldon’s Bar & Bistro, Colwyn Bay
The judges commented that the business had shown innovation with their product offer.
Small Business of the Year sponsored by Business Wales
Winners: The Grape to Glass, Rhos-on-Sea
The judges commented that the business has shown a continual good level of new business.
Tourism Business of the Year sponsored by Tir Prince Leisure
Winner: Alpine Travel
Judges said the company had innovated, in terms of new products, and broadening its offer for visitors across Conwy.
Business Leader of the Year 2019 sponsored by ION Leadership.
Winner: Cheryl Williams, Colwyn BID
The judges commented that Cheryl had demonstrated strong leadership and has made an impact as manager of Colwyn BID.
