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Highland business owner scoops entrepreneurial award at national ceremony for third year





Iain Macphail, founder and director of IDM Energy.
Iain Macphail, founder and director of IDM Energy.

Highland-based IDM Energy have triumphed at the 2024 ‘Entrepreneur Grammys’ - making it three years in a row they have won at the prestigious event.

Founder and Managing Director Iain Macphail was back on the winner’s podium after being named ‘Service Industries Entrepreneur of the Year at a glittering awards ceremony in central London.

The award recognises IDM Energy’s outstanding entrepreneurial achievements, resilience, and the impact they have made in their industry and community.

Accepting the award at the Grosvenor Hotel, Iain said: "I'm utterly delighted to be taking home such an incredible award for the third year in a row.

“It is a true testament to the power of work the team put in daily, and I'm thankful to every single one of them. I'm also so proud to showcase what businesses from the Highlands and Islands are capable of."

Now celebrating its 12th year, the Great British Entrepreneur Awards shines a spotlight on individuals and businesses driving innovation, creating jobs, and shaping the future of the UK economy. The awards honour remarkable stories of entrepreneurial success, perseverance, and vision.

Iain Macphail with his award.
Iain Macphail with his award.

Francesca James, founder of the Great British Entrepreneur Awards, said: "Every year, I’m in awe of the entrepreneurs who come through our programme, and this year is no different. The Great British Entrepreneur Awards continues to receive thousands of applications annually, reflecting the incredible strength of entrepreneurship across the UK.

“This year’s winners collectively generate over £3 billion in turnover and employ over 20,000 people. These extraordinary individuals are not only transforming industries but also uplifting communities and inspiring the next generation of business leaders."

Conrad Ford, Chief Product Officer at Allica Bank, said: “As a former entrepreneur myself, I recognise the immense contribution that SMEs make to the UK and the challenges they face. It’s great to see some of the innovation taking place within SMEs across the country, and the appetite for growth that’s there, despite a challenging environment.

“These businesses are the backbone of the UK economy, it’s important we give them the support they deserve, and take a moment to pause and celebrate them. We’re proud to be supporting the Allica Bank Great British Entrepreneur Awards. Congratulations to all the winners.”

The awards ceremony, held at the iconic five-star venue on November 18, brought together industry leaders, innovators, and changemakers to celebrate the exceptional achievements of this year’s winners.

The win is just the latest in a clutch of notable achievements racked up by IDM Energy in recent years, including this year being ranked 44th in the Elite Business 100 (EB100) 2024 rankings, following on from Iain receiving the Start-up Entrepreneur for Scotland and Northern Ireland title at the Allica Bank Great British Entrepreneur Awards in 2022 and 2023.

He previously attributed their success to the firm’s dedication to providing energy-efficient and sustainable solutions which had both driven growth in the trade and renewable energy sector, and set a ‘benchmark for excellence’ within the entrepreneurial community.

Iain Macphail on stage with the other winners.
Iain Macphail on stage with the other winners.

Iain added: “The entire team at IDM Energy is honoured to receive this award and we extend our heartfelt gratitude to our loyal customers, partners, and supporters.

“This recognition from the Great British Entrepreneur Awards is for them as much as us, and it only serves to further fuel our ambition to continue making a positive impact and achieve even greater milestones.”


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