A high-profile duo have been announced as presenters for the Isle of Wight Chamber of Commerce Business Awards 2025.
The ceremony, to be held at Cowes Yacht Haven on May 9, will be hosted by media personality, entrepreneur and presenter Jamie Laing.
Jamie rose to fame for his role on hit TV show ‘Made in Chelsea’, which he first appeared on in 2011.
The 36-year-old has recently completed five ultra marathons, raising more than £2million for Comic Relief.
“I’m really looking forward to hosting these prestigious awards,” Jamie says.
“The Isle of Wight is one of my favourite places. I’ve had some great times there, including arriving on a speedboat whilst being chased by a helicopter when we were filming a TV show!
As an entrepreneur and business founder myself, I love celebrating business success — we’re going to have a brilliant night.”
The annual awards ceremony will feature WRS as headline sponsor for the first time.
The shortlist includes 40 Island businesses recognised in 59 nominations — with Chamber members eligible to win awards.
David Jackson, CEO of headline sponsor WRS, said:
“We are thrilled that Jamie Laing will be hosting this year’s ceremony.
“As a renowned TV personality, successful entrepreneur and podcast host, Jamie’s charisma and energy will bring something really special to the event.
"Jamie’s impressive business journey makes him the perfect host for a night celebrating excellence."
Jamie is joined on the line-up by singing star Kerry Ellis, renowned as a leading lady
of West End and Broadway musicals.
Kerry was the first British Elphaba in the worldwide smash, ‘Wicked’, a role she
reprised on Broadway at the Gershwin Theater.
Kerry said:
“I love spending time on the Island and I’m really looking forward to bringing the sound of Broadway and the West End to the Isle of Wight Chamber Awards."
Tickets are on sale now, with nominated businesses being prioritised.
IW Chamber Chief Executive, Steven Holbrook, said:
“We’ve really pulled out all the stops to raise the bar for the Island’s biggest business celebration.
"Bringing Jamie Laing and Kerry Ellis to our show will make for an incredible night, with huge thanks to our headline sponsors WRS for their support in making this happen.”
The full list of nominations can be seen here.
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