PUTTING DERBY/DERBYSHIRE
ON THE MAP

We know that Derby & Derbyshire is full of incredible digital and creative people. The winner will be someone making us proud in how they are flying the flag for our region.

Shortlisted:

James Pettinger – Mr P’s Pots

Tim Elliott – CreativeMornings/Derby

Katapult - Derby Market Place

CREATIVITY FOR
GOOD

The winner will be able to demonstrate how their product, project or organisation has contributed to the betterment of lives through creative means.

Shortlisted:

Abbi Burns – Darley Dance Productions

Sarah Bulmer – Derby Days Out

Sarah Perkins – Sarah Perkins Art

BEST Local Network

Networks, meet-ups and groups play a vital part in supporting and developing digital/creative people and their businesses. This is your chance to shine a light on your local network.

Shortlisted:

Stephen Goddard & Philip Brooks-Stephenson - KuKu Connect

Claire Twells – Derbys Finest

Yvonne Gorman – Derby Small Business Unite!

Emerging Digital/CREATIVE Star
(Under 25)

Recognising an individual under the age of 25 who has made an impact on the digital/creative landscape in Derby & Derbyshire. The region’s success in the digital arena depends on talent staying in our region and the judge will look to reward the best and brightest young people for their efforts.

Shortlisted:

Simon Marshall – Plus one/Hubbub Theatre/Déda/Freelance

Lara Atkins – Credo Marketing

Gaz Jones – think3

Best DIGITAl/CREATIVE
Start Up

A company or organisation that has launched in the last three years and has already found a strong and loyal following, customer base or audience. The winner will have bold ambitions and clear evidence their growth plans have got off to a solid start. The judge will be looking for bright, adaptable firms not afraid of challenging the established order.

Shortlisted:

think3

Holly Daulby – Honest Communications

Chathura Sudharshan - Chanodil

Best Digital or Creative
Upscaler

Are you an entrepreneur who’s business has seen rapid growth and expansion? Has your success exceeded even your own expectations? Trading for more than three years your bold plans will be paying off.

Shortlisted:

Bulkhead Interactive

Rob Millington – English Cyclist

Paul Dyer – Quick by Design

Make
& Trade

Derbyshire is a hive of wonderful people who make, craft & produce. This Award will recognise someone continuing this proud tradition, selling on a small scale and making locally.

Shortlisted:

Sarah Hodgkinson - Crafty You Crafty Me

Claire Zwozny Bestwick – CRZyBest

Sophie Cartmell – Duck & Peach Illustration

Digital
Disruptor

Has your company found an innovative way to adapt in the current business climate ? Have you created a product or service specifically for our new normal?

Shortlisted:

Project D

Chathura Sudharshan - Chanodil

Derby County Community Trust

Mainframe
Unsung Hero

Is there an unsung hero in your office? Do you know someone creative who deserves to have their hardwork recognised. This is the chance to give them the kudos they deserve.

Shortlisted:

Louise West – Louise West Lace Design

Luke Smith

Abbie Canning – QUAD

DIGITAL/CREATIVE AMBASSADOR OF
THE YEAR

Voted for by you the Mainframe Community. The Digital/Creative Ambassador will be a champion for Derby/Derbyshire, focused on making the city and region a great place for digital & creative businesses to set-up and thrive.

Shortlisted:

Abbie Canning - QUAD

Yvonne Gorman – Essential Print Services

Paul Rose - YouTeachMe

PUTTING DERBY/DERBYSHIRE
ON THE MAP

Name: Steve Noss
Title: Head of Creative
Company: Cooper Parry

Creativity for
good

Name: Ruchita Shaikh
Title: Executive Director
Company: Artcore

Emerging Digital/CREATIVE Star
(Under 25)

Name: Sam Barrett
Title: Derbyshire Area Manager
Company: Young Enterprise UK

Best DIGITAl/CREATIVE
Start Up

Name: Andrew Deighton
Title: Director
Company: AWD Development Solutions (Small Business Saturday - Small Biz 100)

Best Digital or Creative
Upscaler

Name: Rachael McCormack
Title: Director
Company: Midlands Engine

Make
& Trade

Name: Robbie Kerr
Title: General Manager
Company: Derby LIVE, Derby City Council

Digital
Disruptor

Name: Roberta Beattie
Title: Website Tech Champion
Company: Digital Culture Network, Arts Council England

Mainframe
Unsung Hero

Name: Robin Johnson
Title: Press & PR Executive
Company: Marketing Derby

Best Local Network