This year's Start-Up Stars award-winner is The UK Foodhall!
In addition, Power Cable Services Limited is this years International Start-Up Star, Becothings this year's Green Start-Up Star, and Artica Technologies Limited this year's Graduate Start-Up Star.
Visit the HSBC Business Network for news about last night's awards and interviews with the victors.
2009’s HSBC Start-Up Star Award has been presented to The UK Foodhall for its support for British farmers and its enterprise in getting their meat onto the menu for children across the country.
This year’s Start-Up Stars Award winners will be announced on Monday, 23 November, at a ceremony attended by leading figures from the worlds of business, banking and politics.
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