A Liverpool inventor has scooped a prestigious business award which recognises the contribution of ethnic minorities to the region's economy.
Kenneth Cheung, 25, was named Young Entrepreneur of the Year at the Ethnic Minority Business Forum Northwest awards, which were held at Liverpool's Anglican Cathedral on Thursday.
Mr Cheung's business, BEEcycle, offers products and services to help recycle food waste, which include special composters and programmes for schools.
- The winners were voted for on the night by audience members via an interactive polling system.
- Other awards, which were presented by BBC North West Tonight's Ranvir Singh, went to:
- International Business Award – Bilal Poultry Products, Bolton
- Social Enterprise of the Year – Wai Yin Chinese Women Society, Manchester
- Rising Star Award – Deaf Education Advocacy Fellowship, Bolton
- Professional Business Award – HBS Group
- Entrepreneur of the Year – Vahida Naeem – Direct Today Couriers, Bolton
- Business of the Year – Wai Yin Chinese Women Society, Manchester
The EMBF was set up in January 2005 and provides strategic leadership and policy advice to the Northwest Regional Development Agency (NWDA) in order to maximise the full potential of ethnic minority businesses and individuals.
Speaking at the event, Chief Executive of the NWDA Steve Broomhead said: "Congratulations to this year’s winners, all of whom are leaders in their fields of work.
"I am delighted to have been a part of this years event, which celebrated the very best of the region’s BME business community and the cultural diversity of England’s Northwest.
"Long may these awards continue to spark the imagination of budding entrepreneurs and encourage others to set up or expand businesses in the region."
Regional Minister Phil Woolas said: "I was delighted to attend The Ethnic Minority Business Forum Awards which are a fantastic opportunity to celebrate the contribution and achievements of ethnic businesses in our region.
"I would like to congratulate not just the winners, but also all the businesses that play such a crucial role in not only the economic and social development of the North West, but also contribute a tremendous amount to our region’s economy, its charities, community groups and cultural life."
Chair of the EMBF Northwest Dr Nighat Awan OBE said: "Without the NWDA we wouldn’t be here tonight and our board reflects the diversity of the region.
"The event was amazing! We had a fantastic selection of finalists and worthy winners were chosen by the audience. We are proud to hold our prestigious ceremony in Liverpool – truly the world in one city.
For further information visit www.embfawards.co.uk
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