THE ELITE AWARDS
Award Categories
Who can be nominated:
A dynamic individual who started a business completely on their own and turned it into a success story. They are an inspiring example for those wanting to take the leap into entrepreneurship, showcasing the courage and dedication it takes to go solo.
Criteria:
Started and built a business independently (no co-founders).
Demonstrates significant personal involvement in the business's growth and operations.
Achieved notable success and growth in their field or industry.
Serves as an inspiration to others considering starting a business on their own.
Exhibits qualities of resilience, creativity, and leadership.
This category is perfect for:
Visionaries who took the bold step to launch their own business, overcame challenges, and now serve as a powerful example of what’s possible when you believe in yourself and your idea. If you know someone whose journey can inspire others to be brave and adventurous in business, this is their category!
Who can be nominated:
An individual who has built an influential presence on social media, using their platform to engage, inspire, and connect with a wide audience. They’ve made a significant impact through content creation, storytelling, or building a loyal online community.
Criteria:
Has a strong and engaged following on one or more social media platforms.
Creates consistent, original content that resonates with their audience.
Positively influences their community through education, entertainment, or inspiration.
Demonstrates authenticity and creativity in their online persona.
Uses their platform for good, whether through advocacy, raising awareness, or supporting causes.
This category is perfect for:
Anyone who has harnessed the power of social media to make waves, whether it’s by creating viral content, fostering meaningful online conversations, or influencing change. If they’ve built an online empire with creativity and purpose, this is where they shine!
Who can be nominated:
A dedicated man who is recognized by the local Carlisle community for his perseverance, commitment, and contribution. This individual is a shining example of hard work, consistently delivering measurable results that make a real difference to the area and its people.
Criteria:
Actively contributes to local community life in Carlisle.
Recognized for his resilience and determination, even in the face of challenges.
Achieves visible, measurable results that benefit others or the local community.
Known for making a tangible difference through his hard work and dedication.
A role model for others, demonstrating the value of persistence, community spirit, and integrity.
This category is perfect for:
Men who are not just present in the community but are making a real impact—those who push through challenges and deliver lasting results that improve local life. If you know a man whose hard work and contributions have earned the respect and admiration of the Carlisle community, this category is where he belongs!
Who can be nominated:
A strong, multi-tasking woman who inspires others with her resilience, determination, and ability to overcome life's challenges. She serves as a role model for her unstoppable drive and ability to balance multiple responsibilities while making a significant impact.
Criteria:
Manages various roles and responsibilities with grace and strength.
Inspires and uplifts other women through her achievements, attitude, or leadership.
Shows resilience by overcoming challenges and continuing to push forward.
Makes a notable contribution to her community, workplace, or field.
Respected by both men and women for her strength, determination, and accomplishments.
This category is perfect for:
Women who are an unstoppable force, balancing multiple roles while rising above obstacles. If you know a woman who is admired for her strength, perseverance, and ability to inspire others through her example, this is her time to shine!
Who can be nominated:
A creative mind who has introduced new ideas, methods, or inventions that significantly improved a product, service, or process. Whether an engineer, inventor, or visionary who found a way to make things faster, more efficient, or more effective, this individual pushes boundaries and creates positive change through innovation.
Criteria:
Developed a new product, service, or invention that solves a problem or meets a need.
Improved or streamlined an existing process, making it more efficient or cost-effective.
Demonstrates creativity and a forward-thinking approach in their field.
Has a measurable impact, either through increased productivity, better quality, or improved outcomes.
Serves as an example of how innovative thinking can lead to tangible success or progress.
This category is perfect for:
Engineers, inventors, and creative thinkers who dare to challenge the status quo and come up with solutions that transform the way we live or work. If someone has introduced an idea that makes things work better, faster, or smarter, they deserve to be celebrated here!
Who can be nominated:
A visionary individual who has demonstrated exceptional entrepreneurial spirit, embodying the essence of what it means to be an entrepreneur. This person has undertaken the challenge of creating or growing a business, showing innovation, and a bold willingness to take risks. They’ve built something impactful, whether through new ideas, products, or business models.
Criteria:
- Founded or significantly expanded a business that has shown measurable success.
- Demonstrates strategic decision-making.
- Introduces innovative ideas, products, or services that challenge the status quo.
- Overcame obstacles and took risks to bring their entrepreneurial vision to life.
This category is perfect for:
True creators and innovators who have transformed their ideas into reality, setting a powerful example of what it means to be an entrepreneur. If you know someone whose entrepreneurial journey has led to meaningful success and impact, they deserve recognition here!
Who can be nominated:
A business that was born out of passion or the need to adapt to life’s changes and is now thriving. This is a business that has quickly proven to be a success, attracting a loyal customer base and showing strong potential for future growth. The founder’s decision to take the leap has paid off, and the business is making waves in its industry.
Criteria:
Recently established business that is already showing strong results and growth.
Founded from a passion or life-changing circumstances that sparked the business idea.
Attracts and retains happy customers who are central to its success.
Demonstrates a clear appetite for growth and expansion in the near future.
Serves as an inspiring example of turning a personal passion or challenge into a successful venture.
This category is perfect for:
Entrepreneurs who have turned their passion or adaptability into a thriving business. If you know a business that’s making a mark, attracting happy customers, and is on the rise, this is where they deserve recognition!
Who can be nominated:
A person or business that has made a significant, lasting impact on Carlisle, our historic Border city. This individual or organization has contributed to making Carlisle a more desirable place to live, work, and play, attracting people from far afield with its rich history, green spaces, fresh air, and welcoming atmosphere. They’ve helped elevate Carlisle’s reputation as a tolerant, multicultural city with great leisure options and vibrant places to go out.
Criteria:
Actively involved in enhancing Carlisle’s community, infrastructure, or culture.
Contributed to making Carlisle a more attractive city for residents, businesses, and visitors.
Improved or created new leisure spots, entertainment venues, or desirable places to go out.
Promoted Carlisle’s outdoor beauty, green spaces, and historic charm.
Helped foster a welcoming, tolerant environment, embracing multiculturalism and diversity.
This category is perfect for:
Those who have transformed Carlisle into a city where history meets opportunity, with vibrant leisure options and a welcoming atmosphere. If you know someone who has enriched the city’s lifestyle, making it a top choice for living, working, and enjoying leisure time, this is the category to celebrate their achievements!
Who Can Be Nominated:
This award is open to young men and women between the ages of 18 and 29 who live in or have strong ties to the Carlisle area. Nominees should be individuals who are making a significant impact in the community through their work, creativity, or leadership. Whether they excel in business, the arts, technology, social causes, or community service, these individuals are seen as rising stars who are shaping the future of Carlisle.
Nominees should be people who:
• Are actively involved in the Carlisle community.
• Show leadership qualities in their field or initiatives.
• Bring innovative ideas or solutions to local challenges.
• Inspire others through their actions and vision for the future.
This category is perfect for young leaders, entrepreneurs, activists, artists, and anyone else who is contributing to the positive development of Carlisle and making a difference for the future.
The "Heart of Gold Award - Charity of the Year" honours registered charities or individuals within charities that have made a significant and positive impact on the Carlisle community and its surrounding areas. This award recognizes organizations and individuals dedicated to improving the lives of children, vulnerable populations, arts or protecting animals, showcasing exceptional commitment and effectiveness in their charitable efforts.
Nominees should be registered charities that:
Have a Proven Record of Impact:
Demonstrate a history of effective contributions to the Carlisle community and surrounding areas, with measurable results and positive outcomes.
Support Children, Vulnerable Groups, Arts or Animals:
Focus on helping children, vulnerable populations, arts or animals in need, providing essential services, support, and opportunities.
Show Exceptional Dedication:
Exhibit a strong, consistent commitment to their mission, and make a meaningful difference.
Innovate to Address Local Challenges:
Implement creative and effective solutions to tackle specific issues faced by the community, arts or animals, adapting to changing needs.
Operate with Integrity and Transparency:
Maintain high standards of accountability and transparency, building trust with donors, beneficiaries, and the community.
This category is perfect for:
Recognizing registered charities and individuals within charities that are making a profound impact in Carlisle and its surrounding areas through dedicated service to children, vulnerable groups, arts and animals, and whose work exemplifies the spirit of community, compassion, and care.
The "Icon of Creativity" award celebrates individuals or initiatives that drive Carlisle’s cultural and creative growth. This award honours those who make exceptional contributions to the city’s artistic landscape through their innovative projects, community engagement, and artistic excellence.
Nominees should be:
Contributors to Cultural Growth:
Individuals or initiatives that enhance Carlisle’s cultural scene through artistic performances, exhibitions, public art, or creative projects.
Innovators in Creativity:
Those who introduce unique and original ideas, pushing the boundaries of creativity and offering fresh perspectives in their work.
Community Engagers:
People or projects that actively involve and inspire the local community, fostering participation and appreciation of the arts.
Exemplars of Artistic Excellence:
Nominees who demonstrate a high level of skill and craftsmanship in their creative work, gaining respect and recognition in their field.
Influencers of Local Cultural Development:
Individuals or initiatives that contribute to the development and reputation of Carlisle as a hub for creativity and cultural expression.
Inspirational Figures:
Those who inspire and motivate others in the community to explore their own creativity and engage in artistic endeavours.
This category is perfect for:
Honouring those who drive Carlisle’s cultural and creative growth through their exceptional artistic contributions, innovative projects, and community engagement, and who make a lasting impact on the city’s cultural vitality.
The "Green Business Award" is all about celebrating businesses in Carlisle that are rocking their eco-friendly game! This award goes to those companies that not only care about the bottom line but also about making our planet a little greener. Whether it's through innovative green solutions or simply giving Mother Earth a helping hand, these businesses are setting the bar high for environmental responsibility.
Nominees should be businesses that:
Practice What They Preach:
Use sustainable methods in their daily operations, from reducing waste to conserving energy, and show they're serious about being green.
Innovate with a Green Twist:
Bring fresh, eco-friendly solutions to the table, whether through cutting-edge green technologies or creative ways to lessen their environmental impact.
Show Real Results:
Have measurable achievements in their green efforts, like lower carbon footprints, reduced energy use, or effective recycling programs.
Engage and Educate:
Inspire others by sharing their green journey with employees, customers, and the community, and actively promote environmental awareness.
Keep the Green Spirit Alive:
Continuously strive to improve their environmental practices, setting new goals and finding ways to enhance their sustainability efforts.
This category is perfect for:
Highlighting businesses in Carlisle that are leading the charge in eco-friendliness, showing off their green credentials, and making a real difference in how they care for our planet. If they’re making the world a greener place while running a great business, they’re in the running for this award!
