Vertas announced as headline sponsor of Nottinghamshire Business Awards 2025/26

Facilities management specialist Vertas has been confirmed as the headline sponsor of the Nottinghamshire 2025/26 East Midlands Chamber Business Awards, reinforcing its growing commitment to the county and its business community.

The prestigious awards will take place at Nottingham Belfry on 12 March 2026, celebrating excellence across 12 categories including digital transformation, apprenticeships, people development and innovation. Hosted by radio personalities Jo and Sparky, the ceremony will be accompanied by a three‑course dinner, with finalists announced at the Chamber President’s Celebration of Success on 9 October.

Vertas’ sponsorship comes at a significant time following the successful launch of Vertas Nottinghamshire Limited, a joint venture with Nottinghamshire County Council that began in September. The partnership delivers catering, cleaning, caretaking and grounds maintenance services to more than 230 schools, academies, businesses and care settings across the county and employs 1,700 local colleagues.

By aligning with the Nottinghamshire Business Awards, Vertas aims to support and celebrate the innovation, ambition and talent that underpin the county’s economy, while strengthening relationships across both public and private sectors.

East Midlands Chamber Chief Executive Scott Knowles said: “Nottinghamshire is fortunate to be home to so many innovative, successful and forward‑thinking firms that are deserving of recognition. I’m delighted that Vertas, an important contributor to the county’s economy, will sponsor the Chamber’s 2025/26 Business Awards. These awards shine a spotlight on exceptional achievement. Whether that’s through innovation, customer service or outstanding people development while also creating opportunities for businesses to connect and grow.”

Keith Buet, Chief Operating Officer at Vertas, added: “With our new joint venture now embedded in Nottinghamshire, sponsoring the Business Awards is a meaningful way for us to engage with the wider business community. The awards champion the values we believe in. Collaboration, excellence and investment in people. We’re proud to support an event that recognises the organisations and individuals driving growth across the county.”

Employing over 5,000 colleagues nationwide, Vertas Group delivers a wide range of services including catering, cleaning, security, design and property consultancy, and recruitment. Its growing presence in Nottinghamshire reflects a long‑term commitment to the region—one that extends beyond service delivery to celebrating success, nurturing talent and supporting economic development.

By headlining the Nottinghamshire Business Awards 2025/26, Vertas continues to demonstrate its investment in the county. Not only through the services it provides, but by backing initiatives that showcase the very best of Nottinghamshire business.

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