We’re ecstatic to announce that Caspian One was selected as a finalist for this year’s ‘Leadership Team of the Year Award – at the Solent 250 Awards.

Published and compiled by The Business Magazine, Solent 250 is a highly regarded annual list of the top private companies operating across the Solent and South Coast, ranked by annual sales turnover; sponsored by HSBC UK, Irwin Mitchell, RSM UK, CMA Recruitment Group, Vail Williams and the University of Southampton Business School.

“Our Leadership Team of the Year Award recognises and celebrates leadership teams who champion their contribution to the community, the development and leadership capability of their people, and excellence in products or services to build a business with a strong inclusive culture and strategic direction.” Solent 250 judges

To be selected, our CEO & Founder Marcus Graziano was interviewed by the judging panel earlier this year... on topics ranging from the businesses achievements and how we’re contributing to our local communities - to questions about our culture, services, growth, teams, challenges and ambitions!

The judges were looking for nominees to demonstrate a creative and innovative approach to leading and building teams. This included exploring how approaches to wider communities and charitable interests are being embedded, the resilience of our financial performance and what steps are being taken to maintain and develop excellent products and services.

"Caspian One were excited to have made its debut in the Solent 250 listing. A testament to the successful execution of our 5-year plan. We take pride in our inclusion of the £18 billion turnover of the Solent 250 companies and being the only new entrant shortlisted as a finalist for an award! The Leadership Team of the Year acknowledges the exceptional efforts of all our leaders, from our future leader program to our career development framework, as well as our commitment to community engagement and local charities. Being compared to renowned brands like Fat Face, the eventual winners, is a great honour. It highlights the unwavering focus and determination of our team to achieve our goals and become an employer of choice." Nicole Thompson- Financial Director

Being selected as a finalist for this award was a great accomplishment for Caspian One, and we are honoured to have been acknowledged as proud runners-up. Congratulations to Fatface for winning the Leadership Team of the Year Award, as well as to all the other recognised businesses for their exceptional leadership.

For more information on the Awards and the list of winners, check them out here.