Episode 109: Crafting Winning Award Entries with Emma Hewitt

The Business Awards Show

Unlock the secrets of crafting winning award entries with Emma Hewitt, an expert Business Awards Advisor, on this episode of the Business Awards Show. Discover how Emma's background in managing international student recruitment and scholarships seamlessly translates into her current role organizing prestigious awards with Tessa Day at Clubhub. She has been a business awards adviser over recent years, successfully supporting clients to be shortlisted for and win business awards.

Emma shares invaluable insights on the importance of authenticity in award entries, urging businesses to tell their stories genuinely and effectively. Whether you're a seasoned applicant or just starting, you'll learn how to enhance your submissions with concrete evidence and examples, setting yourself up for success.

We also take a closer look at the recent ClubHub Awards event in Birmingham dedicated to the the children's activity sector. Emma emphasizes the need for detailed, proactive responses over last-minute submissions, and shares strategic tips to help you stand out. Emma discusses the challenges of organising such a diverse event filled with dynamic workshops and networking opportunities, showcasing the positive impact of winning awards on business publicity. and the energy those working in the industry bring.

This is the perfect event for anyone thinking of entering awards for the first time, or needing help with their application. Don't miss out on Emma's expert advice on leveraging accolades for local press coverage and elevating your business's credibility. And discover how you can maximise your strengths to develop your own business, doing the things you love.

{1:44} How Emma got into awards.

{2:53} How running a franchise led to ClubHub.

{3:55} The Mum2Mum Market community.

{5:16} Developing a relationship with Tessa at ClubHub.

{6:29} Crafting a winning award entry.

{8:09} Providing supporting evidence.

{9:42} Finding the right awards and providing the best responses.

{13:00} Avoiding voting awards.

{13:18} Emma's client profile.

{14:45} The pure energy of the ClubHub Awards.

{15:50} How the ClubHub event operates.

{19:12} The publicity gained from winning a ClubHub award.

{21:41} ClubHub's supportive community.

{22:35} Emma's future plans.

{25:20} Timetable for ClubHub Awards 2025.

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