On Friday 14th June 2019, at Telford International Centre, Aico attended the Shropshire Chamber Business Awards for the first time and were proud to win the prestigious ‘Business in the Community’ award.
In order to be shortlisted for this award Aico had to meet strict criteria, such as building relationships with residents, schools and community groups, offering financial support through donations and working with local Shropshire traders and suppliers. As well as having an environmentally friendly approach to the community and turning work experience into employment opportunities for local people.
Neal Hooper, Managing Director of Aico comments “We would like to thank the Shropshire Chamber and the Judging Panel for taking the time to assess our award entry, for visiting us and for awarding us this prestigious accolade. The Community is at the heart of Aico’s ethos and the importance of being recognised for the work that we carry out as a team, means a great deal to us.”
Jane Pritchard, Community Liaison for Aico was delighted to collect the award at the Awards Ceremony and comments “ On behalf of Aico and all its staff we would like to thank all within our Community who have supported us and enabled us to be recognised for this fantastic award. We feel very proud to have won “Business in the Community” and Aico in the Community will continue to work with and support charitable organisations, young people and education. We will continue to build and form relationships with local businesses and organisations to create sustainability and to help make a difference within our community.”
If you require any assistance for a community project please contact Jane Pritchard, Community Liaison on 01691 664100 or email Jane.pritchard@aico.co.uk