Young talent of the year
The inaugural award for Young talent of the year was made to Thorntons’ line manager Jodie Adcock.
Adcock wowed the judges with her level of skill and maturity demonstrated in her “continuous improvement” work.
The judges said: “Adcock really stood out; demonstrating the confidence and ability to deliver positive results when she was given extra responsibilities, which brought real financial benefits to her employer.”
Adcock was presented with the award by b3 Jobs md Marcus Braiser.