Entrepreneur Shaun Sookoo celebrated a landmark moment this week, winning Entrepreneur of the Year and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) Champion of the Year at the prestigious Lloyds British Business Excellence Awards. The event brought together the brightest and best of British business, recognising remarkable achievements and celebrating the people driving innovation and growth across the UK.

These awards reflect Shaun’s incredible journey as the founder of Food Division, part Viomar Holdings and a visionary leader within the food industry. The Entrepreneur of the Year Award recognises his relentless determination, innovative strategies, and ability to scale a business that now employs over 250 people. From humble beginnings to running a multi-million-pound operation, Shaun’s story is one of perseverance, calculated risk-taking, and a clear vision for the future.

The DE&I Champion of the Year Award highlights Shaun’s ability to motivate the entire team at Food Division with an unwavering commitment to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout the organisation. From creating opportunities for underrepresented groups to embedding inclusivity into the very culture of the business, Shaun’s leadership in this space has set a new standard within the industry.

Speaking about the double win, Shaun commented, ” these awards are a reflection of the commitment and efforts of the phenomenal team at Food Division and the wider Viomar Group. Their collective efforts continue to challenge industry norms and push our growing organisation  towards new heights.”