THIS year’s Monmouthshire Business Awards black tie gala dinner on Friday 21st October is set to be the best yet.

More than 350 tickets have already been sold for the event in the Caernarvon Suite at the Celtic Manor Resort.

The evening has been dubbed the “Welsh Business Oscars” and is hosted by TV personality Hywel James.

Guests will include Lord-Lieutenant of Gwent Brigadier Robert Aitken, David Davies MP, Glyn Davies MP, County Councillor Bob Greenland and Monmouthshire County Council’s Chief Executive Paul Matthews.

Everyone will have the opportunity to network with other business people, find out which ventures have won out of the 30 shortlisted, hear inspiring speeches and enjoy a four course meal from a menu carefully selected to include local produce.

Janet Harris said: “I am thrilled that so many people are joining us at the Celtic Manor for this year’s event, it’s shaping up to be even better than ever.

“There will be such an amazing atmosphere in the room as people from a range of businesses meet, network and enjoy a great evening.

“A range of businesses from start-ups to SMEs and larger companies are joining the dinner celebrating the achievements of local enterprise. There are still a few weeks left to purchase tickets for the evening and I would urge all local business people to come along.”

Tickets for the gala dinner are available at www.monbizawards.co.uk for the price of £75.00 plus VAT. This includes a four course meal.