Business of the Year 2020/2021 Event

The winner is…. Specialist Glass Products Ltd (SGP)
SGP is a leading supplier of curved, flat and bespoke laminated glass products which are used in applications including building facades, spiral stairs, shopfronts and many more structures. Founded in 2003 by Andrew and Jonathan Taylor, the business is based in Huddersfield but works for clients across the UK, Europe and America. The judging panel were impressed with their innovative range of products as well as their contribution to the region through employment, training apprentices and supporting local causes.

The second place was awarded to Off The Grain which is a hand-made furniture company based in Halifax. Off The Grain was established in 2018 by Dominic Walsh who transformed a hobby into a thriving, seven-figure turnover business. The judging panel felt that Off The Grain’s application demonstrated a dedication to high quality products, strong leadership and investment in its people.

In third place was VOODOO, a mobile messaging platform which enables their clients to bulk text message their customers and/or their staff. The company operates in a highly competitive marketplace and boasts some very high profile clients including the NHS, Amazon, Ministry of Defence and Age UK amongst their thousands of customers. The ability to hold their own against some very large competitors and their commitment to high quality service earnt them a place in the top 3 businesses for this year’s Business of the Year.