Seventeen organisations and individuals took away £115k worth of prize money, plus a host of professional services at a glittering gala dinner held at Carden Park Hotel.

Businessman Steve Morgan, the founder of the Morgan Foundation, said: “Our theme for this, our fifth year, was ‘Targeting Inspiration' which is what the Morgan Foundation Entrepreneur Awards are all about, on so many different levels. What‘s remarkable about this year‘s entries and winners is the number centered around renewable energy or recycling, as well as the number founded by young people. It is particularly heartening as Britain tries to claw its way out of recession to see so many new businesses not only starting up, but thriving in our area. Long may it continue."

Barbara Richmond, Group Finance Director, Redrow plc said: “Redrow is proud to be the main sponsor of the Morgan Foundation Entrepreneur Awards 2011. The combination of generous cash prizes coupled with an impressive professional support package make these awards unique in rewarding the entrepreneurial efforts of the individuals and organisations in our communities."

Full details about the Awards can be found at the dedicated website by clicking on the link below.