OSPAs founders launch SSEAs to recognise outstanding entrepreneurs

The SSEAs - for which Security Matters is serving as a Media Partner - are designed to recognise and celebrate the achievements of entrepreneurs in both start-ups and established businesses who work in any area of security and safety and in any sector. The clear focus is on those offering a service or product that’s available here in the UK.

The criteria for these awards are based on extensive research on key factors that both contribute to – and characterise – outstanding performance.

Importantly, the SSEAs are being established in collaboration with key industry associations and groups. Founding supporters include the British Security Industry Association, The Banks Foundation and Skills for Security.

Commenting on the launch of the SSEAs, Professor Martin Gill CSyP FSyI (founder of the World Excellence Awards) explained: “The future of security and safety is heavily dependent on the success of outstanding entrepreneurs, yet until now these innovative individuals and companies have operated largely under the radar. We’re delighted to be able to showcase these risk-taking innovators, recognise the very best, spotlight the opportunities the sector offers and encourage others to emulate them.”

Entry process and categories

Entries for the inaugural SSEAs will be accepted from now until 1 February 2024. Nominations are invited in the following categories:

*Young Entrepreneur of the Year (aged 30 and under)

*Entrepreneur of the Year

*Intrapreneur of the Year

*Entrepreneurial Business of the Year (up to £1 million)

*Entrepreneurial Business of the Year (£1 million-£10 million)

*Entrepreneurial Business of the Year (above £10 million)

*Market Disruptor of the Year

*Family-Owned Business of the Year

*University Start-Up of the Year

*Exporter of the Year

*Lifetime Achievement Award

Winners of the inaugural SSEAs will be announced at a drinks reception to be held at 1.00 pm on Tuesday 30 April 2024 during The Security Event in Birmingham (for which Security Matters is once again serving as Lead Media Partner).

More information about the SSEAs, including details on how to enter, can be found by accessing the event’s dedicated website.

Sponsorship is available for those organisations wishing to take advantage of the many benefits associated with supporting these prestigious awards. The sponsorship brochure can be viewed online.