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Smith & Williamson partner judges National Football Awards

The 2015 Football Business Awards have announced Roy Baldwin, partner at the Manchester office and Head of Smith & Williamson’s Sports group, as one of this year’s Judges.

The prestigious Awards, taking place on 5th November at Chelsea Football Club’s illustrious stadium, Stamford Bridge, celebrate the unsung heroes working tirelessly behind the scenes to shape the football industry.

Now in their 4th year, the Awards’ categories include Best Football Club to work for, Best Business Serving Football, Best Non-match Day use of the Venue, Best Marketing of a Football Club, Best Fan Engagement by Club and Sponsorship / Partnership of the Year. Leading Premiership clubs, such as Manchester City, Liverpool, Everton, Manchester United and more have all entered the awards.

Partnering with Smith & Williamson, the accountancy, investment management and tax group with a dedicated sports group, The Football Business Awards will look to acknowledge the businesses supporting the infrastructure of the football industry.

Roy Baldwin, partner at the Manchester office and head of Smith & Williamson’s Sports group, said: “We are really looking forward to being a part of the Football Business Awards, celebrating the achievements of those behind the scenes in the football industry. It’s a real privilege to be a part of the judging process this year and I have been amazed by the high caliber of entries. I am sure the event will prove to be a real success.”

This was posted in Bdaily's Members' News section by Smith & Williamson .