A ‘business hero’ scheme celebrating individuals and companies who have thrived during the pandemic remains has already recognised more than ten local businesses.
Northampton Business Improvement District (BID) asked members of the public to nominate employees or whole businesses who have made a difference to the town and have given back during a difficult year.
So far 11 town centre businesses have been recognised by the scheme, but more can still be named a ‘business hero’ as nominations remain open.
If you have seen a business or an individual going above and beyond for customers this year, you can nominate them on the BID website.Below is all the businesses that have already been recognised.
1. St Giles Cheese
The cheese shop was the first to be named a ‘business hero’ after remaining open during the spring lockdown. The owners wanted to avoid closing, so allowed customers to collect from the door rather than entering the shop, as well as offering deliveries.
2. Beyond Theory
The company delivered free online workshops for BID businesses during the first lockdown, which helped small businesses adapt to working from home and gave them a chance to access management advice.
3. Terry Steers - owner of St Giles Ale House and chairman of Pubwatch
Throughout the pandemic, Terry has provided extensive support to venues about closing and reopening safely. He has also advised businesses about their insurance policies, as well as helped owners to understand new guidance issued.
4. NLive radio
All the volunteers who help to make the radio station a success had to adapt to working from home. But they did so successfully and were able to keep the station going, providing many people with local news, music and a friendly voice in their ear.