The Ducks In A Row Everyday Excellence Awards – Celebrating Unsung Heroes

We all know those incredible individuals who quietly make a huge impact on our businesses and working lives. They’re the hidden gems, the ones who go above and beyond without expecting recognition. Traditional awards often miss the mark, focusing on high fees 💰 and competitiveness 💸 that can leave runners-up feeling undervalued and deflated.

That’s why I’m thrilled to launch The Ducks In A Row Everyday Excellence Awards, an initiative designed to celebrate real contributors in an authentic and accessible way.

Here’s your chance to say thank you to someone you simply couldn’t do without. 🎉 Imagine the joy and surprise when your nominee is recognised for their work completely out of the blue. The feeling when someone is acknowledged for all the hard work and dedication they put in day in and day out. That moment when they realise that the difference they make hasn’t gone unnoticed. It’s a recognition that can uplift their spirits and validate everything they do behind the scenes.

How the awards work:

1️⃣ Nominate Your Champion
Send me your nomination with a brief write-up explaining why this person deserves recognition. Please include an email address you know they would be happy to share.

2️⃣ Celebrate Together
For £35, you’ll sponsor your winner for a special evening event on 9th June at 6 PM (venue TBC in Ipswich or Woodbridge). They’ll receive a welcome drink, canapés, and a certificate to honour their impact. (The £35 fee covers event costs and their certificate whether they can attend or not).

3️⃣ Join the Celebration
I would love for you as the nominee to join us for the celebration night! For an additional £30 come along and join the fun, and celebrate with all the recognised 'winners'.

The Timeline:

📅 Nominations Close: Friday, 28th March 2025 (or sooner if 50 nominations are received).

📅 Invoices Sent: 31st March (payment due by 11th April).

📅 Award Recipients Notified: 14th April.

📅 Event Evening: 9th June at 6 PM (venue in Ipswich or Woodbridge).

Why am I doing this?


Collaboration is at the heart of everything I do. ❤️


Through initiatives like The Suffolk Tourism and Hospitality Network, The Productivity Club, and The Entrepreneur's Round Table, I’ve seen the power of recognising and connecting people. This award initiative is my way of shining a light on those who make a difference every day.

All nominations will be treated as winners – because if they’re winners in your eyes, they’re winners in mine too! 🏆

I've kept costs to a bare minimum, covering just the essentials to ensure a fabulous event—while many awards can cost hundreds of pounds, this is my way of offering an affordable opportunity for you to give something back to your cheerleaders without breaking the bank.

Who’s your unsung hero? 🌟 Send your nominations to:
hello@ducks-in-a-row.uk