Young ‘Uns Awards receives boost in run-up to entry deadline!

And the awards, organised by Lancashire Business View magazine and backed by the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan), has today announced Boost Business Lancashire as joint headline sponsor of the event alongside UCLan, as well as Preston’s College as a category sponsor.

Lisa Edge, head of commercial development commented: "Preston's College are extremely pleased to be supporting these fabulous awards that allow us to celebrate young and talented business men and women!"

“Young ‘Uns started life as a feature in our magazine, profiling the sharpest business minds aged 36 and under. Eventually, we had so many fantastic stories that it became obvious we needed to honour them properly.”

There is also a Young ‘Un Business of the Year category to honour new organisations, and the most impressive entry overall will take home the esteemed ‘The Young ‘Un of 2015’ Award.

“We would encourage all those aged 36 and under in business to enter and gain recognition for what they do”.

Other sponsors confirmed to date include Peter Scott Printers and Square Cactus.About Boost Business LancashireDeveloped by Lancashire Enterprise Partnership and Lancashire County Council, Boost Business Lancashire was launched in June 2013 to provide free or part-funded business support in areas such as mentoring, leadership, access to finance, innovation and skills. By targeting support at ambitious, growth-hungry businesses and start-ups, it aims to grow the county’s economy by £20m and create at least 1,200 new jobs and safeguard 700 more by summer 2015.