“Being shortlisted for the awards could be the credential that you need to win a decent contract.”

This is the view of CUBE Video CEO James Hakesley who is encouraging people to apply to the Maidenhead & Windsor Business and Community awards.

The production company based in Amerden Park in Taplow will sponsor the award for Best Marketing Campaign.

“Being a previous winner, we know what type of impact the awards can have. When it comes to getting new opportunities, it can be a stamp of approval,” he said.

The awards ceremony will recognise excellence in business of all sizes, and is organised by the Maidenhead & District Chamber of Commerce in partnership with Baylis Community Media CIC and Lime Blue Solutions.

Cube Video won Best Micro Business at the last business awards in 2019.

James said: “As a local business, the awards are important for staff and employees to celebrate the impact they’re having in the community.

“It’s important to bring people together and as local businesses, we should collaborate with the people around us.

“Even being a finalist can be a big step up.”

Entry for the award categories is free and open to any business or individual based in Maidenhead, Windsor and surrounding areas, and members of the Maidenhead & District Chamber of Commerce.

Discussing the category, James said: “We want to see unique ideas that put the story at the forefront of the campaign.

“It’s not all about making a campaign shiny and look good, it has to have an impact – whether it’s a charity film or branded ad.

“The main thing is telling a good story and being creative, whether it’s animation or video, or even TikTok.

“It’s all about the idea and how they have captivated the audience.”

To nominate a company for a business award or an individual for a community award, visit events.limebluesolutions.com/EN/mwbca2023

Entrants can nominate themselves or be nominated by others.

However, if nominating someone else, nominations will need to be completed earlier – preferably about a month in advance – so organisers can make contact with the nominee and process their entry.

Nominations must be submitted by Friday, June 30.

The awards ceremony will be held at the Castle Hotel in Windsor on Friday, September 22.

For remaining sponsorship opportunities, email jeremys@baylismedia.co.uk.