How to Enter

The following guidelines outline the process for submitting an entry. Please read all instructions carefully to ensure eligibility and compliance.

To be eligible to enter, businesses must:

Trade

Have started to trade on or before 11th July 2024

Location

Be based within the local authority area of Carmarthenshire

Business Rates

Pay business rates to Carmarthenshire County Council

The Process

designed to be as simple as possible

Entry into the Carmarthenshire Business Awards has been designed to be as simple as possible.

Applications are to be received by midnight on Friday 2nd May 2025.
Following receipt of entries, the judges will draw up a shortlist of a minimum of three finalists for each award.

The shortlist will be announced on 8th of May 2025. Shortlisted companies will then be invited to be interviewed by a panel of judges (which will also include the category judge and an independent judge). The interviews will be the process by which the winner of each category is chosen.

The interview should take no longer than 15 minutes. A 5-minute presentation and 10 minutes of Q&A. No computer aids are allowed.

The decision of the judges is final regarding all categories for the Carmarthenshire Business Awards.

Timeline for the awards

Mark your calendars and stay on track with key dates for the awards. From submitting your entry to celebrating the winners, here’s everything you need to know:

Deadline for Entry

Friday, 2nd May 2025

Shortlist Announced

Thursday, 8th May 2025

Judging Interviews

Wednesday & Thursday, 
3rd–4th June 2025

Winners Announced

Friday, 11th July 2025

Plan ahead to make sure you don’t miss any important milestones!

Enter Now

Don’t miss your chance to be recognized for excellence! Enter now for the prestigious Business Awards and showcase your company’s achievements and innovations.

Submit your nomination today to join the ranks of top achievers and set your business apart in a competitive landscape.