82ASK has been unveiled as one of four finalists at the Startups Awards 2006 in the Best Use of Technology category. The short listing judges were impressed by 82ASK’s concept and potential, placing the business among a handful of finalists selected from hundreds of entries. 82ASK is also in contention for the “NatWest Startups Business of the Year” prize.
The Startups Awards, organised by Crimson Business’ Startups.co.uk, comprises of 15 categories, each showcasing the best new businesses in the UK. Endorsed by the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) and underlining its commitment to identifying and rewarding the UK’s best new businesses, the third annual Startups Awards is organised in conjunction with NatWest. The winners will be unveiled at a prestigious awards ceremony at the Royal Garden Hotel in Kensington on Friday 20 October.
82ASK CEO Sarah McVittie said of the shortlisting: “We’re delighted to have our company’s innovations recognised by Startups.co.uk. We’ve worked incredibly hard to ensure that our technology systems are at the cutting edge, constantly improving our service for our customers.” 82ASK CTO Paul Butcher commented that “being a finalist in the Best Use of Technology category is a major accomplishment for the whole tech team — we’re proud of our hard work and creativity, and are very pleased to receive this recognition.”
