That's the mantra of local businessman, Kevin Barber. Labelled as a local champion, Kevin Barber owner of thebestof Ipswich is committed to making life better for everyone in the community supporting great local businesses and charities alike.
Dedicated to the launch of the Local & Loved campaign 2014 Kevin Barber said; "We are lucky enough to have some amazing independent businesses in Ipswich and it's about time we raised their profile!
The Local & Loved Business Awards 2014 isn't another opportunity for industry heads to pat themselves on the back. These awards are voted for by the consumer as we believe it is their opinion that counts most"
"This is an opportunity for everybody to show their appreciation for all the hard work that local businesses, and the people behind them, do to maintain local pride and help grow the local economy. Although The Local & Loved Business Awards is a national campaign, it aims are to raise the profile and awareness of great local businesses and prove that community spirit and engagement can make a real positive impact on Ipswich's economy.
If enough people vote for our great local businesses we may even gain national recognition, putting Ipswich firmly on the map."
Launched on 01st February and running until midnight on Valentine's Day, locals can vote for any businesses they love by visiting www.thebestof.co.uk/vote. The results will be displayed every day on the "loveometer"(www.thebestof.co.uk/loveometer) until 13th February, with the winners being announced on 17th. Voters will also be put into a daily prize draw where they can win £100 to spend with a local thebestof business.
For more information about the Local & Loved Business Awards 2014 campaign or to set up an interview with Kevin Barber or participating businesses please contact Kevin on 01473 272994 or Kevin.barber@thebestof.co.uk.
