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THE LDC ENTREPRENEUR OF THE YEAR AWARD
Nuraz Zamal,
CEO, iMS Technologies
Rob Stone,
CEO, Instaloft
www.imssystems.tech
www.instaloft.co.uk
Nuraz Zamal is a visionary leader dedicated to
transforming the compliance industry through the
power of AI and technology. With our advanced
SaaS services, we empower businesses to navigate
complex regulatory landscapes efficiently and
effectively. By harnessing the potential of AI, we
revolutionise compliance processes, ensuring ethical,
transparent and complaint business practices.
Rob’s journey from financial adversity, selling
belongings to feed his nine children, to founding
Instaloft, showcases his determination. Strategic
decisions and geographical expansion under Rob’s
leadership catapulted Instaloft from a £12,000
profit in its first year to an impressive £13.3 million
annual revenue and over £2 million in profit.
Robin Skidmore,
CEO, Journey Further
Sean Ramsden,
CEO, Ramsden International
www.journeyfurther.com
www.ramsden-international.com
CEO of Journey Further, is a standout entrepreneur,
leading a values-driven performance brand agency in
the competitive digital and branding sector. Since 2017,
the agency’s revenue surged by 44% YoY to £12.9 million,
securing accolades for exceptional workplace culture
and industry recognition. Skidmore’s commitment to
employee wellbeing, demonstrated through initiatives
like the Journey Further Book Club, aligns with the
agency’s innovative blend of creativity and technology.
Sean Ramsden MBE is the CEO of Ramsden
International, the world’s leading global
grocery exporter founded in 1995. Ramsden
International is the UK’s primary wholesale
exporter of British grocery brands, offering an
extensive inventory of over 24,000 products to
650+ customers in 133 countries.
Joyce & Raissa De Hass,
Co-Founders, Double Dutch
Sian Jones,
CEO, Correla
www.doubledutchdrinks.com
www.correla.com
After finding that most mixers lacked the
vibrancy of the spirits they’re paired with,
Double Dutch’s twin founders, Joyce & Raissa
de Haas, developed a range of mixers to be
the life and soul of every party - bringing
personality & flavour! Double Dutch is proudly
carbon neutral and pursuing B Corp.
Since assuming leadership in 2017, she revitalised
Xoserve, paving the way for Correla’s creation in April
2021. Under Sian’s guidance, Correla prioritises innovation,
simplifying the energy market through SaaS products and
managed services. Sian’s visionary leadership successfully
negotiated the transition from a not-for-profit cooperative
to private ownership. The financial performance is
remarkable, with a 300% growth in underlying EBITDA and
a £9 million turnover SaaS division.
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