Steve Barratt, former CEO and founder of Full Circle Events & Exhibitions was awarded the Outstanding Contribution to the Industry accolade at last night’s 2024 Event Supplier and Services Association (ESSA) Awards.
Barratt was celebrated for his exceptional leadership and lasting impact on the industry, embodying the spirit of innovation and commitment that defines ESSA’s mission.
Now in its seventh year, this year’s ESSA Awards received a record-breaking number of submissions across its 14 categories. These awards recognise the diversity and excellence that underpin the success of the events sector, honouring individuals and companies who set benchmarks for innovation, outstanding service and dedication.
ESSA director, Andrew Harrison, said: “This year’s awards demonstrate the industry’s relentless drive to innovate and excel, providing a stage to showcase outstanding talent and celebrate the collaborative spirit that propels the sector forward. 2024 has been a standout year with much positive change and progression, marked by significant strides in best practices and more efficient ways of working. We are committed and excited to continue supporting the incredible efforts and evolution of our members as we move into 2025.”
ESSA Awards 2024 winners list in full:
ESSA OUTSTANDING CONTRIBUTION TO THE INDUSTRY AWARD, Sponsored by beMatrix UK
Winner: STEVE BARRATT, Former CEO and founder, Full Circle Events & Exhibitions
ESSA YOUNG PERSON AWARD – Sponsored by Happy Projects
Class of 2024 Winners:
- CHARLOTTE EAGLESHAM, The Event Exhibition Partnership (EEP)
- ELLA HAYNES , The Occasional group
- EMILY HOLLOWAY, Tecna UK
- HOLLY GREEN, beMatrix UK
- JACK LOGAN, Skala Contracts
- JAY THORNE, Moss UK
- JESSICA BEER, Full Circle Event & Exhibitions
- LAUREN WALTERS, Psycho Peacock
- SHANNON WATSON , Exhibition Girls
- SOPHIE BESTFORD, Full Circle Event & Exhibitions
- A special mention goes to JAMES PEARSON of Max WiFi for receiving HIGHLY COMMENDED in this category
ESSA UNSUNG HERO – Sponsored by InEvexco
Winner: MANDY ROGERS, EXHIBIT 3SIXTY
BEST ORGANISER – Sponsored by Kuehne+Nagel
Winner: HYVE
BEST VENUE – Sponsored by GES
Winner: ACC LIVERPOOL
SUSTAINABILITY – Sponsored by Abraxys Sustainable
Winner: SOLUTIONS2
Silver: BEMATRIX (UK)
AV & PRODUCTION – Sponsored by Aluvision
Winner: JACOBSMASSEY
Silver: INSERT PRODUCTIONS
LOGISTICS – Sponsored by Green Circle Solutions
Winner: KUEHNE+NAGEL
FULL-SERVICE CONTRACTOR – Sponsored by Production Concept
Winner: SHOWLITE for their SEAWORK project
BEST STAND BUILD UNDER 10 SQM – Sponsored by JLG Power Towers
Winner: ESM
BEST STAND BUILD UNDER 30 SQM – Sponsored by PSP Exhibitions
Winner: TIDAL EXHIBITIONS
Silver: EVENTA
BEST STAND BUILD OVER 30 SQM – Sponsored by JLG Power Towers
Winner: SOLUTIONS2
Silver: EXHIBIT 3SIXTY
PRINT – Sponsored by AEO & AEV
Winner: PSYCHO PEACOCK
ESSA MEMBER COMPANY AWARD – Sponsored by Beechwood Event Flooring
Winner: IMMERSIVE AV
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