After months of searching, interviewing and filming, 11 family firms were crowned winners of the UK’s most prestigious family business accolade and Longcroft Luxury Cat Hotels were honoured to be awarded the ‘Commended for Excellence’ certificate in the ‘Innovation’ category in recognition of their achievements as a family business.

With over 3 million family firms in the UK as well as hundreds of entries for the Awards, Longcroft Luxury Cat Hotels are delighted to have been shortlisted as finalists and the judges felt they deserved to be recognised with the ‘Commended for Excellence’ award.

Hosted by Family Business Place, and now in their sixth year, the awards seek to recognise and honour some of the most exciting, innovative and longstanding family businesses around the UK.

From 200 year old cheese makers in Yorkshire to second generation perfumers in London and sibling start-ups in Devon, the awards have become one of the most sought-after accolades in business.

Amalia Brightley-Gillott, Director of Family Business Place, says “Family businesses are the lifeblood of the British economy and the beating heart of our local communities, employing 1 in 3 people. Despite their impressive contribution they are often modest and shy about publicising their achievements and so we founded the Red Ribbon Awards. This year’s Winners and ‘Commended for Excellence’ are a treasure trove of incredible companies who all excel in their field and are true beacons of British commerce.”

To find out more about the Red Ribbon Awards and see a full list of Winners and ‘Commended for Excellence’ visit www.familybusinessplace.com/awards2015