Stallingborough-based CATCH and YCF – the not-for-profit organisation committed to supporting the manufacturing industry and its supply chain – are holding their first joint Awards dinner following their merger in June 2018.

The People Awards are sponsored by partner E3 Recruitment and celebrate the successes of people within the processing industries. The awards set out to acknowledge individuals that go above and beyond in their roles to drive industry change, personal development and the growth of their companies. Including the ConCom apprentice of the year award.

The finalists and an expected 300+ attendees will enjoy an evening of celebrations, from a drinks reception where guests can network with sponsors and peers to a three-course meal, the awards presentation, an after-dinner speaker and a fantastic charity raffle!

Commenting on the evening, David Talbot, CATCH CEO said: “The awards act as great recognition for individuals that work hard within the industries that we support.

“But with so many companies expected to attend, it will also be a great opportunity for people to network and build relationships. And that’s what we’re all about as an organisation! We’re here to support businesses, share best practice and overcome common challenges, whilst creating connections between our members.”

Nominations for the awards are now open and they include; the Young Achiever Award, Outstanding Leader Award, Best Partnership Award and the Skills Project of the Year Award.  Nominations can be put forward by their peers, colleagues and mentors, and the winners will be chosen by the CATCH board.

The ConCom Apprentice of the Year will be awarded to apprentices in years 2, 3 or 4 working for a Concom Client or Contractor member. The apprenticeship can be in any discipline, any NVQ awarding body and with any training provider.  The winner will receive a trophy and a cheque for £500 and 2 runners up will receive of £250 each.

Andrew Pilling, Director of E3 Recruitment which specialises in engineering and manufacturing recruitment said: “CATCH is a great organisation which shares new developments and information within the industry, and acts as a voice for many companies, that otherwise wouldn’t have one.

“So, we were extremely proud to be a partner and sponsor the dinner and the People Awards. We are in the business of people so we know how important it is to recognise people’s achievements. We’re already looking forward to this event and the first year of the partnership.”

The dinner takes place on the 9^th May at the Mecure Hotel Grange Park Hotel, commencing at 7pm. Book your place before 19^th March and save £15 off the ticket price.