This could involve brokering deals, transforming the fortunes of his or her business, raising the profile of the UK food industry, or simply delivering exceptional results. The shortlist below has been chosen by the Food Manufacture editorial team.
- Geoff Eaton, md, Uniq
- Christine Bense, plant director, Kraft Foods Banbury
- Ranjit Boparan, chief executive, Boparan Holdings
- Joe Franses, head of corporate responsibility and sustainability at Coca-Cola Enterprises Europe
- John Tague, md, Seabrook Crisps
- Brian Young, director general of the British Frozen Food Federation (BFFF)
The winner will be announced at the Food Manufacturing Excellence Awards at the Park Plaza Riverbank Hotel in London on Tuesday November 8.
You can download an PDF entry form for the wider awards here .