Eaton Smith LLP are delighted to announce that Faulkner Moulds Limited are the latest winners of the Business of the Month award. The business awards celebrate the hard work, brilliance and innovation of businesses based in Kirklees, Calderdale or Wakefield.
Faulkner Moulds was established by Toolmaker Duncan Faulkner who began the business working from his garage. Now over 25 years later, Duncan, with the help of wife Caroline, have developed an ever-growing business creating high quality moulding tools to customers all over the UK. With their success and customer demand, Faulkner Moulds were able to move into larger premises and take on more employees, including three apprentices.
Duncan Faulkner, Managing Director commented on their win, “It was a pleasure to be named as Business of the Month, this award really reflects the team’s hard work and commitment to providing the highest quality products.”
Deborah Melluish, member of the judging panel and Partner at Eaton Smith said “The judging panel were really impressed by the growth and focus of Faulkner Moulds. It was great to meet the whole team who are clearly very highly valued by Duncan and Caroline. Faulkner Moulds look to have a very positive future ahead, making them very worthy winners.”
Faulkner Moulds Limited are the twelfth and final business in the 2018/2019 series of the Eaton Smith Business of the Month Award. They will automatically be entered into our Business of the Year 2019 Award held later this month.
Website: www.faulknermoulds.net/
Red Ledge Ltd Awarded Business of the Month
Red Ledge Ltd is the latest business to be awarded Business of the Month. Founded by two University friends, Alan Wilcockson and Andy O’Donnell, Red Ledge have been providing state-of-the-art business solutions and process automation to some of the world’s leading companies. Red Ledge have unique expertise in both application software and engineering, offering customers a one-stop-shop for their business processes. With systems currently improving the efficiency of over 220 enterprises throughout the world, Red Ledge’s dedication to long-term relationships with customers helps to deliver the perfect solutions for their clients.
Red Ledge Director, Andy O’Donnell commented on their win “We were really pleased to hear about winning the award. Our team have worked so hard to support our growing list of clients, especially in the past few years so it’s a real boost for our efforts to be recognised.”
Chris Taylor, member of the judging panel and Partner at Eaton Smith commented “The judging panel were very impressed by Red Ledge’s application. Their experience and passion for what they do show they are heading in a very positive direction, making them very worthy winners.”
Red Ledge Ltd is the eleventh monthly winner in the 2018/19 awards series. They will go through to the Business of the Year Award which will be held in June 2019.
Website: www.redledge.co.uk
Dortech Maintenance Awarded Business of the Month Award
Dortech Maintenance is the latest winner of Eaton Smith’s Business of the Month Award. The Huddersfield-based company is part of the Dortech Group, specialising in commercial glazing with an architectural, maintenance and direct division. As part of a group with over 25 years’ architectural glazing experience, Dortech Maintenance is fast becoming one of the most nationally-renowned specialists in commercial glazing servicing, repairs and refurbishment.
Founded by Steve Sutherland in 1993, Dortech Group has grown to become one of the most trusted and recognised experts in the design, manufacture and installation of curtain walling, aluminium windows, entrance doors and roof lights. Dortech Maintenance was later formed to help clients prolong the lifespan of their existing glazing installations.
Managing director James Sutherland commented on their win: “We’re so proud to have won this award. It was a huge risk forming Dortech Maintenance, due to the tough economic climate in past years, and to be recognised on how far we’ve come is a great boost and achievement for our team.”
Member of the judging panel and partner at Eaton Smith, Alison Palmer said: “Dortech Maintenance not only offers dedicated customer service for their clients but is also committed to investing in its staff. Their application really stood out to the judging panel and we were more than happy to award the company our Business of the Month accolade.”
Dortech Maintenance is the tenth monthly winner in the 2018/19 awards series and will go through to the Business of the Year Award which will be held in June 2019.
Website: www.dortechmaintenance.co.uk
FDS DIRECTOR SERVICES LIMITED ANNOUNCED BUSINESS OF THE MONTH
Eaton Smith LLP are delighted to announce that fds Director Services are the latest winners of the Business of the Month award.
Established in 1989 by Jo Haigh, fds Director Services Ltd provide corporate finance services for owner managed and privately-owned businesses across the country. Fds has been providing services to owner managed businesses for 30 years and has completed over 400 transactions. Fds is committed to the future growth and success of British businesses by supporting their business journey.
Over the past few years the team at fds tripled in size as the company has invested in a number of high calibre graduates, each of which have been able to satisfy the developing skillset required; these included management, research and design talent. This team of young and ambitious people have allowed the company to enhance its portfolio of services even further.
Andrew Pedley, member of the judging panel and Partner at Eaton Smith commented “This business has really proved itself over the years, with positive and innovative ideas for the future. We were particularly impressed by the high standards of customer service the team give their clients.”
The company’s Managing Director, Poonam Kaur attended the event to collect their award, “We’re thrilled to have been named Business of the Month, our whole team work hard to make the business a success so it’s a real boost to be recognised in such a way.”
Fds Director Services Limited now has the opportunity to win the annual Business of the Year award which sees every monthly winner put forward; the winner will be announced at a breakfast awards ceremony held by Eaton Smith in June.
Website: www.wearefds.com
Synergos Consultancy Ltd Awarded Business of the Month
Synergos Consultancy is the latest business to be awarded Business of the Month. The Huddersfield based business consultancy provide assistance to businesses in achieving compliance in ISO Certifications, Health & Safety Management, SSIP Accreditations, AEO Status and GDPR Compliance. Managing Director Jenny Kilburn began the company from her home in 2014, now 5 years on her close team of four work with around 100 nationwide businesses in public and private sectors.
Jenny Kilburn, Managing Director of Synergos Consultancy said “We’re so happy to have received this award, our small team has worked so hard over the past few years to make Synergos a success so to be recognised for our efforts is greatly rewarding.”
Phil Clarke, member of the judging panel and Partner at Eaton Smith commented “Jenny and her team have shown great ambition in developing the business and deserve to be named as Business of the Month. The future is looking positive for Synergos!”
Synergos Consultancy is the eighth monthly winner in the 2018/19 awards series. They will go through to the Business of the Year Award which will be held in June 2019.
Website: synergosconsultancy.co.uk/
FSH Group receive Eaton Smith’s Business of the Month Award.
Based in Castleford, FSH is a full-service construction company serving commercial and domestic customers across northern England. FSH work with major insurance companies repairing and re-building properties in the event of damage, as well as undertaking building and refurbishment projects with many City Councils, Housing Associations, Schools, Universities and Health Centres. Chairman Ian Wood started the company in 1996 with a very small team which has grown significantly over the years, now with 180 employees based in 4 offices across the north of England. Last year the company offered apprenticeships to 10 local young people which they are very proud of as a number of their workforce, including their Managing Director and Operations Director began their career as apprentices.
Ian Wood, Chairman of the company said, “FSH have come a long way in the last 22 years and it is great to receive recognition for our achievements. Our team have really worked hard to grow the business through ambition, hard work and recruiting talented and passionate individuals. Being awarded Business of the Month has made a great start to 2019!”
Member of the judging panel and Eaton Smith Partner Chris Taylor commented on their win. “FSH submitted an interesting and thorough application displaying how the company has developed and will continue to grow in the coming years. The judges and I was impressed by Ian’s experience and knowledge of the construction industry and ambition to continue the company’s success.”
The Business of the Month Award has been running since 1995. All monthly winners are entered into the Business of the Year Award which takes place every year. FSH Group is the seventh business to go through to the Business of the Year 2019 Awards.
Website: www.fsh-group.co.uk/
Spawforths Awarded Business of the Month Award
Architecture, Town Planning and Masterplanning specialists Spawforths are the latest winners of the Eaton Smith Business of the Month Award. The Wakefield based company are known for their inspirational and deliverable development projects throughout Northern England and the Midlands. Formed in 1988 by Peter Spawforth, the business has a strong client base and reputation, having worked on over 4,000 projects in their 30 years. With one of the most experienced and longest established independent Architecture and Planning teams in the region they are committed to continuous improvement and innovation.
Deborah Melluish, Partner at Eaton Smith and member of the judging panel commented; “The team at Spawforths are very knowledgeable and professional, it was great to meet them. The company’s reputation and determination to grow is impressive, we’re very happy to award them as Business of the Month.
Spawforths Chartered Architect, Simon Brook attended with his colleagues to collect their award said “We’re very proud to have received this award, its an excellent way for local businesses to be acknowledged. The team are consistently working hard so to be recognised for this is hugely rewarding.”
Spawforths will go through to our annual Business of the Year Award held in July 2019 along with our other monthly winners in the 2018/2019 series.
Website: www.spawforths.co.uk/
OLYMPUS TECHNOLOGIES LTD AWARDED BUSINESS OF THE MONTH
Olympus Technologies Ltd is the latest winner of Eaton Smith’s Business of the Month Award. The Huddersfield-based company specialises in Industrial and Collaborative Robotics, Automation and Welding Technologies. Olympus Technologies believe in providing bespoke high-quality technical solutions for their customers.
Deborah Melluish, Partner at Eaton Smith and member of the judging panel commented; “Olympus Technologies is an very impressive company, the work they do really is fascinating! It was a pleasure to meet the team at Olympus, they should be proud of what they have achieved in their 30 years in business.”
Director Adam Swallow attended the Business of the Month event to collect the award and meet the judging panel. He said; “We are very proud of the whole team who work tirelessly to make the business successful, and we are looking forward to further exciting times ahead. We’re delighted to have won the award.”
Olympus Technologies is the fifth monthly winner in the 2018/19 awards series. They will go through to the Business of the Year Award which will be held in July 2019.
Website: olympustechnologies.co.uk
Data Installation & Supplies (Northern) Ltd receive Business of the Month Award
Cleckheaton based cabling infrastructure and technology company are the latest winners of Eaton Smith’s Business of the Month Award. Managing Director Mick Foster began the company in 1983 from his home. Over 35 years later, with the help of his two sons the company is thriving. DIS takes pride in consistently delivering a high standard of customer satisfaction, consequently they have earned a loyal customer base who continue to call upon the services of DIS year on year.
Andrew Pedley, Partner at Eaton Smith and member of the judging panel commented “DIS have shown impressive growth and success over the years and continue to do so with their plans for the company’s future.”
Technical Director Adam Foster commented on their win “All of us at DIS are very proud of the work we do. The success of DIS is truly a reflection of our dedication and hard-work, we’re thrilled to have been recognised and awarded for our work!”
The Business of the Month Award has been running since 1995. All monthly winners are entered into the Business of the Year Award which takes place every year in July. Data Installation & Supplies is the fourth business to go through to the Business of the Year 2019 Awards.
Website: disnetwork.co.uk
Croft Myl Awarded Business of the Month Award
Croft Myl is the latest winner of Eaton Smith’s Business of the Month Award. Based in Halifax, Croft Myl offers flexible office space packages to suit all kinds of businesses. Husband and wife team, Brian and Vicky Nolan bought the Myl in 2015 after spotting a gap in the market when searching for premises for their other business. After a £1million refurbishment, Croft Myl is now a unique area offering 38,000 square feet of office space over four floors with further renovations in place to create additional space.
Alison Palmer, Partner at Eaton Smith and member of the judging panel commented; “Croft Myl’s impressive application presented passion for their own business, but also passion for helping local businesses and the Calderdale community. Their hard work and financial success make them worthy winners of the award.”
Brian Nolan, Director of Croft Myl said “The team at Croft Myl are delighted to have been awarded Business of the Month. It’s an exciting time for our business and we’re very proud of what we have achieved.”
Croft Myl is the third monthly winner in the 2018/19 awards series. They will go through to the Business of the Year Award which will be held in July 2019.
Website: www.croftmyl.com/
Circuit Electrical Testing receive Business of the Month Award
An electrical and fire safety testing company based in Halifax are the latest winners of Eaton Smith’s Business of the Month Award.
Circuit Electrical Testing specialise in the management of maintenance programmes for portable appliances and fixed electrical installations. Back in 2007, brothers Brian and Martin Nolan started the business to deliver PAT testing to local businesses. Now over ten years on, with the help of Brian’s wife Vicky, Circuit have earnt major contracts all over the UK with councils and public bodies such as South West Yorkshire NHS Trust, Oxford Brookes University, Severn Trent Water and Derbyshire County Council.
Chris Taylor, Partner at Eaton Smith and member of the judging panel commented “Circuit Electrical Testing have grown and developed impressively over the past ten years and are focused on providing the best possible service for their customers.”
The company Director, Vicky Nolan commented on their win “We’re so pleased to have won the Business of the Month Award. The whole team have worked so hard to make the business a success, so it is a fantastic achievement to be recognised and awarded.”
The Business of the Month Award has been running since 1995. All monthly winners are entered into the Business of the Year Award which takes place every year in July. Circuit Electrical Testing is the second business to go through to the Business of the Year 2019 Awards.
Website: www.circuitcompliance.com/
Smith Brothers (Contracting) Ltd is the latest winner of Eaton Smith’s Business of the Month Award. The Huddersfield-based family business was established in 1999 to provide a range of turnkey power engineering services. Smith Brothers has established a specialist reputation in its market and works with many large brands including United Utilities and Saint-Gobain Glass.
Phil Clarke, Partner at Eaton Smith and member of the judging panel commented; “Smith Brothers is a very impressive business which has stood the test of time and established itself as a leader in its industry. The company is committed to its staff and continually invests in training and development as well as contributing to our region through sponsorships and fundraising. Smith Brothers is a very worthy winner of Eaton Smith’s Business of the Month Award.”
Richard King, Finance Director at Smith Brothers attended the Business of the Month event to collect the award and meet the judging panel. He said; “We’re delighted to have our hard work recognised by this award. Our dedicated team lies at the heart of our success story as they provide clients with a safe, smooth and efficient end-to-end service.”
Smith Brothers is the first monthly winner in the 2018/19 awards series. They will go through to the Business of the Year Award which will be held in July 2019.
Website: www.smithbrothersltd.co.uk/
The winners of the Eaton Smith Business of the Year Award went to Smith Brothers (Contracting) Ltd, a Huddersfield-based family business was established in 1999 to provide a range of turnkey power engineering services. Smith Brothers has established a specialist reputation in its market and works with many large brands including United Utilities and Saint-Gobain Glass.
Website: www.smithbrothersltd.co.uk/
Data Installation and Supplies were our runners up of the Business of the Year Award. The Cleckheaton based company specialise in cabling infrastructure and technology. Managing Director Mick Foster began the company in 1983 from his home. Over 35 years later, with the help of his two sons the company is thriving. DIS takes pride in consistently delivering a high standard of customer satisfaction, consequently they have earned a loyal customer base who continue to call upon the services of DIS year on year.
Website: disnetwork.co.uk
Founded by two University friends, Alan Wilcockson and Andy O’Donnell, Red Ledge have been providing state-of-the-art business solutions and process automation to some of the world’s leading companies. Red Ledge have unique expertise in both application software and engineering, offering customers a one-stop-shop for their business processes. With systems currently improving the efficiency of over 220 enterprises throughout the world, Red Ledge’s dedication to long-term relationships with customers helps to deliver the perfect solutions for their clients. The company were awarded with the Business of the Year third place title at the awards.
Website: www.redledge.co.uk
