Leigh-On-Sea jewellery business announced as finalist

Leigh-On-Sea-based Hayley Sturniolo, owner and designer of Inscripture, has been recognised as one of the best in the business after being named as a finalist in the Great British Entrepreneur Awards.

Inscripture is one of the shortlisted business leaders from across the nation to have been selected out of over 5,300 entrants - the most the awards has ever had.

Hayley said, "It is such an honour to be selected as a finalist from such an incredible number of entrants. I couldn't be more thankful for the recognition of our hard work. This has been a very exciting period for Inscripture; we have come so far in the last year, and are exploring our next exciting opportunities."

The Great British Entrepreneur Awards, in partnership with Starling Bank, acknowledges and champions the hard work and uplifting stories of business owners across the UK, with an emphasis on their journey and resilience over financial achievements.The winners will be announced at a Grand Final, held at the Grosvenor Hotel in London on 21st November.

This year is the 10th anniversary of the Great British Entrepreneur Awards. The alumni has collectively generated over £30 billion in revenue and employed more than 450,000 people.To mark the milestone year for the programme, entrants will have the chance to win over £30,000 worth of marketing support and a tree will be planted for every application submitted with the support of Ecologi.

Founder of the Great British Entrepreneur Awards, Francesca James, said, "The quality of applications is consistently excellent year on year, but we have been especially blown away by the innovation, drive and determination demonstrated this year. Shortlisting from so many inspiring contenders has been more challenging than ever, with many deserving cases put forward and an ever-growing business community thriving across the country.

"From the pandemic to the ongoing cost of living crisis, business owners haven't had it easy over the past few years, but it's a testament to the tenacity and perseverance of these entrepreneurs that they have continued on their path and refused to give in.

"This year's finalists should be so proud of what they've already achieved both in business and in being shortlisted for an award - we're looking forward to seeing everyone at the Finals and unveiling the winners!"

To find out more about Leigh-On-Sea-based Inscripture visit inscripture.com