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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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?

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.

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.

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