2025 Gatwick Diamond Business Awards Sponsors

Chichester College Group offers technical and professional courses for young people and adults in a wide variety of subject areas, taught by highly experienced staff. We are the largest college group in Sussex - providing quality training opportunities for over 25,000 students every year. Our mission is to 'change lives through learning.

“Chichester College Group is delighted to be continuing its sponsorship of the Gatwick Diamond Business Awards. Our mission is 'changing lives through learning' and we are passionate about working in partnership with employers to support their skills and training needs." Paul Rolfe, Associate Principal Employers and Stakeholders

https://www.chigroup.ac.uk/

Cripps is a top 100 UK law firm providing corporate, real estate, litigation and private client services to a wide range of businesses and individuals. With offices in London, Horsham and Tunbridge Wells, the firm offers an integrated team of more than 500 people. Cripps is B Corp™ certified, part of a global community of businesses aligning profit and purpose to create a more inclusive and sustainable economy.

“Cripps is thrilled to support the Gatwick Diamond Business Awards, and in particular the Business of the Year Over £1m category. At Cripps, we believe in being more than just lawyers to our clients; we’re partners invested in their journey and success. As a firm that takes pride in guiding companies through all stages of growth, we recognise the importance of celebrating businesses that are driving success and innovation in our region. These awards give us the opportunity to champion the ambitious spirit that makes our local business community so dynamic and resilient.” Aiden Dunning, Partner

www.cripps.co.uk 

Carnegie Group Ltd is a construction and architectural company located on the Kent/Surrey border, that specialises in steel frame buildings for industrial and commercial projects. They provide main contractor services with the ability to take a project from initial concept through to completion, ensuring openness, transparency, and excellent communication throughout the process.

As a rapidly expanding company, being involved with the Gatwick Diamond Business Awards is a chance to showcase our brand, connect with like-minded professionals, and give back to the business community whilst celebrating the achievements and contributions of the Gatwick Diamond Group members in what promises to be an entertaining evening.

Crawley Borough Council provides a wide range of services to more than 118,000 residents and over 3,400 businesses. We support and promote local businesses by providing access to a range of support, advice and funding opportunities in order to maintain sustainable growth, nurture businesses and encourage entrepreneurs in Crawley – the main economic driver in the region.

Crawley is one of the most economically successful large towns in the UK and we work closely with local businesses to ensure that a vibrant and prosperous local economy continues to thrive. As sponsor of Employee of the Year we wish to celebrate those individuals who have demonstrated exceptional performance and contributions to their organisations, colleagues, customers and wider Gatwick Diamond community.  

https://crawley.gov.uk/

Reigate & Banstead is a great place to start and grow a business. We work with businesses, large and small, because they are vital for the economic wellbeing of our borough and residents. We provide business support and work closely with our partners to encourage a prosperous local economy.

“Reigate & Banstead Borough Council have long supported the Gatwick Diamond Business Awards and we are thrilled to be returning again this year to sponsor the ‘Employer of the Year’ Award, in recognition of the important role that local employers play in creating a vibrant and successful economy in the Gatwick Diamond" Cllr Biggs, Leader of Reigate & Banstead Borough Council

https://www.reigate-banstead.gov.uk/business

Email keeley@gatwickdiamondbusiness.com or call 01293 440088 to find out more!

Invest Gatwick Diamond promotes economic growth and attracts investment to the Gatwick Diamond region. The partnership offers resources, advice, and access to crucial business networks. Its goal is to showcase the area’s benefits, including excellent transport links, a skilled workforce, and a strong business community, to attract foreign direct investment (FDI) and encourage growth for local businesses.

“Invest Gatwick Diamond plays a crucial role in attracting new investment and helping local companies thrive. That’s why we’re excited to support this year’s Gatwick Diamond Business Awards.

“The awards are a wonderful way to highlight the innovative businesses that contribute to the growth of the Gatwick Diamond region. Better still, the stories we unearth during the awards process can inspire others to follow their example.”
Brett North, Invest Gatwick Diamond chief executive

www.birketts.co.uk

Richard Place Dobson Chartered Accountants have been providing exceptional client service in Sussex for 115 years. We build strong relationships with our clients and help them to develop their goals and meet their statutory obligations. We are specialists in the corporate, the private client and charity/not-for-profit sectors.

We have chosen to partner with GDB to reflect our growing commitment to the Gatwick Diamond and the support required by the growing business community, especially in such uncertain times

https://www.placedobson.co.uk/

Lloyds Bank Commercial offers specialized support for SMEs with dedicated relationship managers providing tailored financial solutions (lending, debtor finance, deposits, FX, international & trade etc) to clients’ needs and managing their day-to-day operational banking requirements. The support provided helps businesses grow and thrive.

 The support of the awards reflects Lloyds Banks broader mission to support SME’s and drive economic prosperity to help Britain prosper. Its important to recognise the achievements of businesses that contribute significantly to the Gatwick Diamond area and the awards help us to build stronger connections within the business community, fostering collaboration and support.

A leader in precision radiation therapy, Elekta is committed to ensuring every patient has access to the best cancer care possible. We collaborate with customers to meet evolving patient needs, improve outcomes and bring hope to those dealing with cancer.

We appreciate how our partnership with gdb will help to give wider visibility to the importance of making precision radiation therapy broadly available to the millions of people around the world with limited access to cancer care. At Elekta, we don't just build technology, we build hope and are proud that our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Crawley has made a linear accelerator for almost every country in the world. We value our role within the gdb community and believe in the importance of developing innovation, collaborative working and taking a proactive approach to our practices which blends with the ethos of the gdb.

www.elekta.com

ILG is a specialist in e-commerce and retail fulfilment services. We operate 12 fulfilment centres and employ over 500 staff across Sussex, Surrey, Northamptonshire and Poland. Last year we processed over 5.8 million orders and despatched more than 93 million items to 240 territories worldwide.

We are an international company firmly rooted in West Sussex and committed to supporting local businesses and communities. We welcome an opportunity to join GDB in recognising and applauding business excellence.

Our institute is a collaboration between universities, further education colleges, and industry partners across Sussex and Surrey, working together to provide students with a new kind of education, designed to prepare them for the jobs of tomorrow.
 
Our courses will cover a range of areas, from engineering and manufacturing to digital and construction, all designed with the future in mind. We offer apprenticeships, short-courses and higher education programmes, giving learners the chance to gain valuable experience and make industry connections.

DigiBubble is a technology-led agency committed to delivering cutting-edge digital solutions. Our team of experts harnesses the power of innovation to create impactful online experiences for clients. We specialise in web development, digital marketing, and strategic consulting, ensuring businesses thrive in an ever-evolving digital landscape while staying ahead of the competition.

Innovation is the lifeblood of technological growth in our local area, empowering us to transform challenges into opportunities and driving economic progress. By fostering creativity and encouraging bold ideas, we not only enhance our community's capabilities but also inspire the next generation of thinkers and makers to shape a brighter future.