Thames Valley 250 Finalists revealed

The Thames Valley 250 award finalists have now been revealed. Businesses across diverse sectors have been chosen as finalists based on their growth, leadership and innovation. The judges were delighted to hear some truly inspirational stories from those that engaged in this year’s programme. 

Winners will be revealed across eight categories during a private dinner and awards ceremony held at Easthampstead Park, Bracknell on 8^th October, 2024. 

The Thames Valley 250 is an annual ranking of the top privately-owned businesses (by sales turnover) headquartered in the region. It is compiled by The Business Magazine and sponsored by law firm Gateley Legal, accountancy and tax firm Blue Peak Consulting, office design specialists Morgan Lovell and insurance and benefits brokers Verlingue.

Jo Whittle, operations director at The Business Magazine, said: "We were thrilled that so many companies on the Ranking gave up their time to be interviewed this year, it's a true privilege to hear the passion and drive behind each business - we have a very strong line up of finalists and are excited to announce the winners on the 8^th October. We look forward to welcoming all guests to this evening of celebration.”    

Note: All companies listed on the 2024 Ranking are invited to attend the networking and awards event. 

The Finalists are:

CEO of the Year (under £50m) 

• Neil Pizzey - Amazon Filters 
• Anthony Young - Bridewell 
• Paul Hargreaves - Cotswold Fayre 
• Will Barrett - Francis Construction 
• Justin Brinklow - Ontime Automotive 

CEO of the Year (over £50m) 

• Bashir Parker - BAP Pharma 
• Martin Dodd - Hunstwood CTC 
• Richard Dick - Lucy Group 
• Robert Collard - Collard Group 
• John O’Hanlon - Waylands 

Climate & Sustainability Award 

• Cotswold Fayre 
• Exclusive Collection 
• Roc Technologies 
• Westcoast 
• Whistl 

Employer of the Year 

• AND Digital 
• CleanEvent Services 
• Collard Group 
• RH Amar 
• Roc Technologies 
• Whistl 
• Xtrac 

Entreprenurial Business of the Year 

• BAP Pharma 
• Collard Group 
• Cotswold Fayre 
• Lucy Group 
• Roc Technologies 

Fast Riser Award 

• Amazon Filters 
• Bridewell 
• Francis Construction 
• RH Amar 
• Waylands 

Leadership Team of the Year 

• BAP Pharma 
• CleanEvent Services 
• CV-Library 
• Roc Technolgies 
• Waylands 

One to Watch 

• Bridewell 
• Cotswold Fayre 
• Francis Construction 
• RH Amar 
• Waylands 

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