The owner of Recognition Express West London, Ed Kennelly, is headed for Wembley!

But he’s not going to the famous stadium for sport. His promotional goods and branded clothing company has been named a finalist in this year’s prestigious West London Business Awards which is are to be held at Wembley.

The awards recognise the outstanding achievements of organisations and individuals across three themes: sector leadership; sustainable and responsible business; and economic growth.

It’s a head to head competition between Recognition Express and McDonalds in the Franchise of the Year category.

Said Ed Kennelly, owner of Recognition Express West London: “We are absolutely delighted to hear this news. We have only been trading for three years but we’ve established ourselves as a high-quality provider of promotional goods and branded clothing to the London business and education community. This is the first time we have entered an award so it was a real surprise to find out that we had been chosen as a finalist.

“McDonald’s are stiff competition and another top-quality franchise. May the best team win! “

Added Nigel Toplis, managing director of the Bardon Group which includes the Recognition Express brand: “Well done to West London Business for shining a spotlight on the franchise business model. Running a franchise is a proven way to build a successful, profitable business and Ed Kennelly at Recognition Express West London is testament to that. Reaching the final of such a competitive award is a huge achievement and we have our fingers crossed that he’ll win.”

The winners will be announced at the West London Business Awards gala dinner on Thursday 2 February.

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