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The search is now on for Britain's first-ever Investec Food & Drink Entrepreneur of the Year 2014. It seeks top food and drink entrepreneurs from the nation whose food is now the envy of the world. The Awards are partnered by Business is GREAT/The GREAT Britain Campaign which showcases the very best of what Britain has to offer.

Whether small or large, a producer or a retailer, the unique chance is here to tell your story, parade your business success before the country's greatest entrepreneurs themselves - and win £5000. The competition is free to enter.

The glittering judging panel includes the indefatigable Luke Johnson (Pizza Express, Patisserie Valerie, Feng Sushi, Strada, Giraffe, Gail's Artisan Bakery), Lord Karan Bilimoria of Cobra Beer, Julian Metcalfe, Pret a Manger and Itsu, Lady Carole Bamford of Daylesford Organics and Lord Noon of Noon Foods.

Brought to you by The Food Awards Company, Investec Food & Drink Entrepreneur of the Year 2014 is sponsored by Investec, the specialist bank with deep entrepreneurial roots and a core focus on working with entrepreneurs and their businesses.

"Investec is delighted to be sponsoring the Food & Drink Entrepreneur of the Year awards. Britain continues to foster world-beating innovation in this industry, with some of the most exciting new brands in recent years originating from these shores. The Food & Drink sector has always been a key focus of activity for Investec, and one in which we have gained a deep institutional expertise, having worked with so many successful entrepreneurs in this space over the years.

James Stirling of Investec

Investec Food & Drink Entrepreneur of the Year is NOW OPEN FOR ENTRIES - so don't stay in the wings - put your best foot forward, take a bow and see your name in lights!

Closing date for entries is on Friday 12th September 2014 and the winners will be announced on Tuesday 6th November 2014

Find out more and enter at www.investecfoodanddrinkentrepreneuroftheyear.com
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