We are very proud to report that I Holland has been announced as a winner of HSBC`s Midlands Regional Global Connections initiative to find the UK`s most innovative and forward – thinking companies. The company was selected from six regional finalists and will be awarded up to £6 million in lending, plus a financial reward of up to £120,000 each (2% of their borrowing paid back).
The Global Connections awards were announced at a ceremony held at Birmingham s National Motorcycle Museum.
Our Finance Director David Hinds accepted the award from ITV News presenter Katie Derham on behalf of the company after a day of presenting to the Global Connections panel of judges.
Over 1,500 companies in the UK entered the Global Connections initiative, 400 of which were based in the Midlands. The Regional
winners will now go on to compete in the national Global Connections final against eight other companies from around the UK.
The overall winner of Global Connections will receive a financial reward of up to £240,000.
Roy Harris, HSBC`s Midlands Regional Commercial Director, said:
“The day leaves you feeling proud of business in the Midlands. They’re all, great businesses…” Roy went on to say that I Holland were chosen for “…the thought leadership they show in their sector, their constant innovation to stay ahead and the real passion they have for their business.”
“This evening was a great opportunity to celebrate business and entrepreneurial talent in the Midlands. The winners and finalists demonstrated the opportunities that lie beyond domestic markets and are making the most of them.”
David Hinds, I Holland Finance Director, said:
“I am surprised and delighted. We love the business and love coming into work every day so to be recognised in this way is unreal. It will be a great lift for all the employees just to be recognised for being a good company, because we strive on a daily basis to provide customers with the best service we can. It s nice to be able to go back to the business and say this is recognition for all the hard work that you do.”
