Specialist KBB, merchant and construction recruitment agency, and online training provider, Simon Acres Group has received the Best SME Engagement Award by the East Midlands Apprenticeship Ambassador Network (EMAAN). The prestigious award celebrates small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) that go the extra mile in creating impactful opportunities for young people. The achievement was presented to Simon Acres Group at the EMMAN Summer Conference, held at Mediq UK, Castle Donington.
Simon Acres Group received the award in recognition of its outstanding work in supporting apprenticeships and empowering future talent. The group is dedicated to helping to make apprenticeships more accessible and appealing, while signposting apprenticeship enquiries across the East Midlands region.
Simon Acres, Managing Director, Simon Acres Group, says: “At Simon Acres Group, we’re passionate about investing in people. This recognition reflects the hard work, dedication and belief we hold in nurturing the next generation of professionals within the KBB, merchant and construction industries. We strongly believe that apprenticeships are important not just for individuals, but for the long-term success and sustainability of the sector as a whole.
“We’re incredibly proud to be acknowledged by the East Midlands Apprenticeship Ambassador Network. It’s a testament to our team’s commitment to facilitating meaningful opportunities and supporting talent at every stage. A huge thank you to the EMAAN for this incredible honour, and congratulations to all the other inspiring organisations recognised this year. Together, we’re shaping a stronger future.”
A spokesperson from the East Midlands Apprenticeship Ambassador Network adds: “We are incredibly proud to have Simon Acres Group as an Ambassador member in our region. The incredible level of work that Simon and the team does, not only makes a difference to people across the region but also helps inspire others. Simon Acres Group is a beacon of best practice and leading the way in engaging with SMEs. Congratulations on your award and thank you for all you do.”
Visit Simon Acres Group’s Apprenticeship & Skills Hub for advice and guidance in relation to apprenticeships, whether you are an individual looking to start your career, or a business seeking to navigate the apprenticeship route.
For further information on Simon Acres Group, please call the team on 0203 701 6660, email info@simonacres.co.uk or visit: https://simonacres.co.uk/.
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1. Simon Acres Group has been honoured with Best SME Engagement Award by the East Midlands Apprenticeship Ambassador Network. Simon Acres pictured with Tom Pursglove, previously Minister of State at the Department for Work and Pensions
About Simon Acres Group Limited:
Simon Acres Group is a specialist KBB and construction recruitment agency that strives to make a positive impact by nurturing talent and providing a one-stop solution of comprehensive services for businesses. In 2024, Simon Acres Group acquired Oval Deene Recruitment to strengthen its specialist recruitment services. Beyond this, the group provides accredited online training courses to help businesses thrive, as well as media production, web development and other services to support businesses. Using its experience, knowledge and the diversity of its teams’ skills, Simon Acres Group Limited can add value in recruitment, training and digital media to KBB or merchant companies, offering a range of solutions that support business growth.
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22nd July 2025
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