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DESPITE its size, Jersey has a long reach, from helping communities across the world, fundraising at times of international crisis or simply setting an example to the rest.

This award recognises an individual or organisation who puts Jersey on the global map, which in turn may attract visitors, businesses and even investors to our Island.

These ambassadors, travelling, working or volunteering abroad, often go unnoticed in daily Island life but play a vital role, directly and indirectly, in spreading the word about Jersey.

The impression they give to others around the world reflects well on our Island and encourages others to learn more about the place that we call home.

The sponsor:

A LEADING provider of high-value business services to clients operating and investing globally, TMF Group employ 5,500 staff in 210 offices in 80 countries.

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And it is because of their huge reach around the world that they feel that helping to find the Pride of Jersey Awards’ Ambassador of the Year is the perfect fit for them.

Managing director Jonathan Jennings said: ‘The majority of clients are based overseas, so the Ambassador award is interesting to us, as when we visit our clients we realise that we are representing not only TMF Group, but also Jersey.

‘Wherever you go in the world, people have heard of Jersey.

‘The Island punches well above its weight and is well known for its high standard of operation, its quality workforce, its stability and its regulation.’

WHY THESE AWARDS?

‘I was brought up in Jersey, and what I love about it, regardless of its size, is that it has a diverse and vibrant community, and that is evident in many of the activities that take place.

‘I am proud that Jersey has always embraced different cultures.

‘And because the TMF Group has had a presence in Jersey for so long, we want to support continued growth and celebrate the growth in the Island.’

WHY THIS CATEGORY?

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‘Our core business is about helping individuals and organisations expand internationally.

‘Being an ambassador for Jersey and the finance industry is always at the forefront of what we do, and this category celebrates those individuals who are putting Jersey on the map.’

WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING FOR IN THE WINNER?

‘A good ambassador is someone who emphasises the different aspects of Jersey, what we have to offer, over and above the obvious.

‘They will be able to articulate just what a special place Jersey is and encourage people to visit the Island and to see it for what it is – a major international success.

‘We are also interested in seeing youth come to the fore.

‘We would hope that anybody who has made a significant contribution to the Island in an ambassadorial role should be considered for this award.’

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• Ambassador of the Year
• Volunteer/Fundraiser of the Year
• Grandparent(s) of the Year
• Community Champion(s) of the Year
• Environmentalist(s) of the Year
• Jersey Angel of the Year
• Teacher of the Year
• Unsung Sporting Hero of the Year
• Customer Service Employee of the Year
• Young Star of the Year
• Neighbour of the Year
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We are searching for the Islanders who make our community so special.

There are many things which contribute to make Jersey such a wonderful place to call home, from the fabulous beaches and cliff-path walks to our safe and healthy environment. They all play their part.

But above all, it is the amazing people in our community who are responsible for making this small rock, measuring just nine miles by five, stand out as such a wonderful place to live.

And that is why, as the JEP celebrates its 125th anniversary, we feel it is time to honour Islanders who make a difference, many of whom devote hours every day to make this a better place.

Often the achievements of these community heroes go unrecognised, their efforts beneath the radar of most.

Being part of that community means that the Jersey Evening Post and, more importantly, its readers, are best placed to find and honour these selfless Islanders.

It is our readers who will nominate worthy individuals and it is our readers who will be the judging panel, making the Pride of Jersey Awards unlike any others.

From grandparents and neighbours to community champions and teachers, we want to celebrate all aspects of life in the Island.

Over the course of the next few weeks, we will be featuring each of our 12 categories in detail, speaking to 12 local businesses who have teamed up with us to become our awards’ partners and, most importantly, explaining how people can start voting.

These awards will become an annual celebration of those who bind our community together and we are extremely proud to be in a position, after tewelve-and-a-half decades of serving this Island, to be launching the Pride of Jersey Awards.

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