Sponsor Spotlight: Championing Local Entrepreneurs – Standish Engineering’s Commitment to Supporting Startups
At the heart of every thriving community are the entrepreneurs who dare to build something new. Standish Engineering, a proud family-run business based in Wigan Borough since 1950, has long understood the challenges and rewards of starting and growing a company from the ground up. Their sponsorship of the Startup Business of the Year award at the Wigan Borough Business Awards reflects a deep commitment to nurturing the next generation of local talent.
Supporting startups is about more than recognition, it’s about investing in the future of the borough’s economy. Standish Engineering’s belief in resilience, hard work, and steady growth mirrors the qualities they seek to encourage in emerging businesses. By sponsoring this award, they are helping to recognise those early-stage companies that show promise, innovation, and determination to make a lasting impact in the community.
Nick Kindon, Managing Director of Standish Engineering, shares their perspective:
“We know firsthand what it means to start small and grow steadily through hard work and determination. As a proud Wigan business, it’s an honour to support the Startup Business of the Year award and help champion the next generation of local entrepreneurs. These startups represent the future of our local economy and community.”
This commitment extends beyond the awards evening itself. Standish Engineering actively engages with the wider Wigan business community, participating in events and networks that foster collaboration and growth. At the recent Sponsors & Partners networking event at Cotton Works, hosted by The Heaton Group, Standish Engineering joined fellow sponsors in celebrating the strength and spirit of local business. These opportunities to collaborate and build relationships play a vital role in fostering a supportive ecosystem for startups.
As the Startup Business of the Year category gains momentum, Standish Engineering remains dedicated to encouraging local entrepreneurs to push boundaries and pursue their visions with confidence and their sponsorship is a testament to the power of community and the importance of backing the businesses shaping Wigan Borough’s future.