Dartford Borough Council

"I believe successful, well run businesses are a key driver in sustaining any economic recovery and we are fortunate to have many such businesses in our community. I am proud that Dartford Borough Council is able to sponsor the awards again and continue to support our local business community."

Gravesham Borough Council

Councillor Michael Snelling, Leader of Gravesham Borough Council said: "I am greatly pleased that Gravesham Borough Council is once again sponsoring the annual Dartford & Gravesham Businesses Awards. I believe that we have many excellent businesses in Gravesham that deserve to be recognised in this way and, even in these uncertain economic times, they have much to gain from an entry."

Adecco

"Better Work, Better Life is our vision and we are dedicated to earning the trust and loyalty of our candidates, clients, the communities in which we operate and one another by performing our work in accordance with our core values of respect, responsibility, honesty and integrity."

Barnes Roffe

Barnes Roffe LLP, Chartered Accountants commenced in 1899. Originally operating in Holborn WC1, the firm has grown over the past 20 years into a regional business with 16 partners operating from four offices.

Barnes Roffe Dartford was established in 1990 and handles a wide portfolio of clients, all of whom are owner-managed businesses with turnovers between £250,000 up to £10million or more. The firm specialises in giving hands on proactive taxation advice and prides itself with being able to give added value to its clients, with emphasis on client service and the provision of money saving ideas.

Partner, Mario Cientanni, said:"Last year's awards were a great success and Barnes Roffe LLP would like to encourage as many businesses as possible to enter the awards process. Given the feedback from last year, all entrants for the awards gain value out of the process, regardless of whether they reach the final stages of the competition. We at Barnes Roffe LLP are keen sponsors; as last year's experience proves, the process in itself will benefit all businesses taking part".

Thames Gateway (Kent) Chamber of Commerce

ComputerTel

Philip Haynes, managing director said: "ComputerTel is extremely proud to be sponsoring the Dartford & Gravesham Business Awards 2010 for what is now our second year. We have been involved in other business awards nationwide over the past years and are truly impressed with the consistent professionalism and high standards surrounding the Dartford & Gravesham Business Awards.

"The variety of businesses we have in the local area is simply astounding and entering the Dartford & Gravesham Business Awards is a perfect opportunity for companies to showcase themselves and reap business benefits."

LLoyds TSB Commercial

Lloyds TSB is delighted to be sponsoring the Dartford & Gravesham Business Awards again, which will showcase the efforts and successes of local businesses and their teams.

Dartford and Gravesham continue to be important centres of commerce in Kent and many local firms are overcoming the challenging economic backdrop to build successful businesses - something we're keen to celebrate.

Many of these businesses are making a real impact not just in economic terms, but also in the work they are doing with their local communities - these awards celebrate all of these achievements".

Matt Kear, Relationship Manager, Lloyds TSB Commercial, Kent & East Sussex and awards chair of judges

John Lewis Bluewater

John Lewis Bluewater is proud to offer continued support to the Dartford and Gravesham Business awards in 2010 and enjoys coordinating the theme and decoration for the gala evening event.

John Lewis is the largest department store at the Bluewater shopping complex. It boatss over half a million stock lines housed over four floors; including the John Lewis foodhall from Waitrose in the basement. Over 1300 members of staff or 'Partners' as they are known, work at Bluewater. John Lewis is a co-ownership and everyone has a say in the running of the business which in turn creates a sense of pride making the business a great place to work as well as a great place to shop. There is a strong feeling of social responsibility within the company and the Partners work closely with many local community groups, charities and businesses.

Managing Director, for the Bluewater store, Simon Russell said: "We are delighted to be able to offer our continued support to the Dartford and Gravesham Business awards for 2010 and be a part of the community in which we trade. The competition has grown in the last four years and the awards provide a fantastic opportunity to recognise and reward the success and innovation of local businesses."

Vizards Wyeth

Vizards Wyeth is a leading law firm, operating from both the thriving Thames Gateway and the City of London.

We offer a full range of quality legal services to commercial enterprises, professional associations and individual clients.

We are delighted to once again be sponsoring the Dartford and Gravesham Business Awards. The Awards, quite rightly, recognise the exciting achievements of businesses in this thriving area.

University of Greenwich

"Business in Dartford and Gravesham represents an important element of the Kent economy. Given the footprint of the University of Greenwich straddles Dartford and Gravesham, the university is delighted to join the sponsors of these awards for the first time.

"Through such sponsorship the university hopes this will accelerate its programme of collaboration with businesses in North Kent. The broad range of expertise and facilities within the university's campuses across the region represent a valuable resource for business. The university wishes all entrants to this year's awards the very best of luck!'' Alan R Reed, Director of Regional Development, University of Greenwich

Ward Security

Ward Security is proud to be sponsoring this year's Dartford & Gravesham Business Awards. As an award-winning company ourselves, we know what it takes to elevate your business over the competition. Determination, hard work and the highest levels of customer service are the key attributes of a successful business. You're also only as good as the people you employ: Ward Security's personnel are trained to the highest level.

In an increasingly tough business climate the businesses that continue to prosper will be those that go the extra mile through improved customer service, innovative thinking and continual professional development. Dartford and Gravesham is home to many excellent businesses and we look forward to seeing a high calibre of entry into this year's awards.