The 2016 edition of The Courier Business Awards set the bar even higher, becoming the largest black-tie event ever held in Dundee.
The gala ceremony was hosted by TV personality Gyles Brandreth and staged in a special marquee constructed at the Apex City Quay hotel.
Michelin was named Business of the Year, while the Entrepreneur of the Year gong went to Insights chief executive Andy Lothian.
But the highlight of a wonderful night overall was the prize for Outstanding Contribution. It went to Thorntons chairman Jack Robertson, recognising his 40-plus years of service to the local business community.
The winners
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Apprentice of the Year – Donna Smith, Fife Council
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Export Business of the Year – Stoneridge
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Deal of the Year – UK Games Fund
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Growth Business of the Year – Journeycall
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Retail Business of the Year – Davidsons Chemist
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Design and Innovation Business of the Year – Nicoll Russell Studios
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Social Impact Business of the Year – Links Park Community Trust
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Rural Impact Business of the Year – SoilEssentials
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Small Business of the Year – Crosbie Matthew Funeral Directors
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Tourism, Leisure and Hospitality Business of the Year – Dundee Industrial Heritage
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Digital Business of the Year – Tag Games
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Manufacturing Business of the Year – GSK Montrose
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Family Business of the Year – Graham Pest Control
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Service Business of the Year – Caledonia Housing Association
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Science & Technology of the Year – CXR Biosciences
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Young Business of the Year – Taypark House
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Entrepreneur of the Year – Andy Lothian (click here for more)
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Business of the Year – Michelin (click here for more)
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Outstanding Contribution of the Year – Jack Robertson (click here for more)