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HSBC seeks stars of Yorkshire and Humber exporting

HSBC is inviting ambitious Yorkshire and Humberside companies to enter its Global Connections competition, which seeks out the UK’s most innovative and forward-thinking businesses.

Now in its fourth year, Global Connections recognises businesses which are achieving excellence in three categories - innovation, international trade and mid-market growth.

Previous regional finalists from the Yorkshire and Humber region include Evolution Power Tools from Sheffield and Wakefield-based engineering firm Joseph Rhodes Ltd.

Regional heats will take place across the North and Scotland, the Midlands, South West and Wales, South East and London, with three regional winners being announced per region. These fifteen exceptional companies will then compete for the national titles.

Companies shortlisted can gain access to lending facilities up to £6m, linked to a financial reward of up to £120,000 (doubled for the national winners), and the opportunity to take part in an International Exchange – a series of seminars, visits and networking.

David Beaty, HSBC regional commercial director for the North, said: “Through our meetings with business leaders across the region, we know that Yorkshire and the Humber is home to many entrepreneurial, forward-thinking companies.

“Our Global Connections initiative seeks to help UK businesses compete at the forefront of both domestic and international trade.

“Trading across borders is not only critical for the future success of businesses in Yorkshire and the Humber but is also critical to the UK economy.”

This was posted in Bdaily's Members' News section by Mark Lane .