Octavian Security is in the running for three awards at this year’s MSDUK (Minority Supplier Diversity UK) Awards. Organised by the UK’s leading non-profit membership organisation driving inclusive procurement, the event recognises the stand-out achievements of leading Ethnic Minority Businesses (EMBs) and corporate members.
With the winners due to be announced at a prestigious awards dinner at the Grange Tower Bridge Hotel, London on Thursday 16th October, Octavian is hoping to add to its impressive awards haul for 2014.
Shortlisted for the Innovation Award and Responsible Business Practice Award, as well as an individual accolade for CEO and founder, Sukhi Ghuman in the Entrepreneur of the Year category, the night could well lead to a hat-trick of successes.
Mr Sukhi said: “MSDUK helps businesses access a global supply chain whilst also acting as a platform for minority businesses to connect with blue chip corporations. MSDUK is exceptional in its commitment to encouraging supplier diversity and we are proud to be associated with its awards once again. It is a real honour to be shortlisted for the 2014 Awards and the fact that we are in the running for three different categories demonstrates the diverse capabilities of Octavian Security.”
Mayank Shah, CEO of MSDUK, said: “Every two years, MSDUK pitches market leaders against one another to identify, engage with and celebrate the latest in procurement innovation. Since its formation eight years ago, MSDUK has become the benchmark for businesses looking to gain access to supply chain opportunities with EMBs. This year’s awards are set to be bigger and better than ever before and I wish all our finalists the best of luck.”
Master of Ceremonies and former Olympic sprinter and hurdler, Colin Jackson CBE, will host the evening, with other key note speakers including Barclays CPO Diane Eshleman, Avion Systems CEO Kanchana Raman and an introductory address from MSDUK Board of Directors Chairperson, Justin Lambert.
Once the winners have been announced, Mayank Shah will close the awards ceremony. Having founded MSDUK in 2006, Mayank has worked to help entrepreneurial ethnic minority business communities realise their ambitions and connect with other UK businesses.
Sukhi will also be attending the annual NMSDC (The National Minority Supplier Development Council) Conference on 2nd - 5th November, as part of the MSDUK’s commitment to better connect UK EMBs with global opportunities.
The four day event - this year hosted in Orlando, Florida, will see more than 7,000 delegates, including 500 global firms and thousands of Minority Business Entrepreneurs from around the world, take part in sessions, discussions, workshops and network opportunities aimed at enhancing the global corporate supply chain.
Octavian Security provide a whole host of security services including manned guarding, event security, remote monitoring, training and development and facilities management.