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The Scottish Asian Business Awards will celebrate and showcase the determination, hard work and personal achievements of the Scottish Asian Business men and women at the forefront of their industries.

The awards embody the continuing strength of the England’s Asian business community, recognising those whose vision, courage, and creativity has led to their success in an ever evolving economic landscape.

The prestigious awards have been celebrated annually since their inception in 2006, with the competition heating up each year, as the event itself has grown into a highly respected outlet where the best and brightest are honoured.

Good luck to all the Finalists and thank you all for attending.

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The evening commences with a welcome from your hosts for the 9th annual Scottish Asian Business Awards presented by Bank of Scotland, Dee Grewal and Atta Yaqub.

The second half of the evening starts with speech from Anas Sarwar MPThe Awards continue...

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The evening comes to an end

Charity fund raising

Key note speeches and in introduction to our o�cial charity partner, The Well Foundation.

Hosts: Founder of Digi Advertising

Dee Grewal

Actor and Model, Atta Yaqub

Entertainment by: Fatboyz Production

Speeches by: Irfan Younis (CEO and Founder of Oceanic Group)

Robert Marshall (Head of Healthcare, Legal & Profes sionals (Scotland), SME Banking at Bank of Scotland)

Shaz Ul Haq (The Well Foundation)

Anas Sarwar (MP)

Bank of Scotland, part of Lloyds Banking Group, has over 300 years' experience of providing guid-ance and support to businesses across all sectors, from sole traders to larger, well established companies.We put great emphasis on a long-term approach to banking and are committed to providing busi-nesses with service that goes beyond day-to-day banking facilities.We recognise the importance of working closely with our customers so we can fully understand their needs and we actively look to meet their funding requirements, whether it is to launch a new venture, improve liquidity or support expansion. We remain committed to Scottish businesses and continue to provide a range of funding options.

To �nd out how we are supporting businesses here in Scotland, contact: Shona Austin Senior Manager Glasgow 07900 135 231Derek Macgarvie Senior Manager Glasgow 077642 888 060Ian Collins Senior Manager Tayside and Fife 07764 287 926Robert Marshall Senior Manager Healthcare and Pro�essionals 07500 911 002

Alternatively if you have identi�ed an import or export �nance requirement in your business, or you would like additional support as you expand into new markets, please contact our Interna-tional Business Manager Alastair McMillan on 07768 823 549.

For more information on Bank of Scotland, or to �nd useful tools and resources to support your business in the current economic climate, visit bankofscotland.co.uk/business.

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SABA Finalists 2014

Young Achiever of the YearOmar Khan (Khan Autos, Glasgow)Aishah Mashadi (Kirkwood of Scotland, Glasgow)Amaan Ramzan (United Wholesale Grocers, Glasgow)Sa�na Mazhar (Author, Glasgow)Abid Nawaz (ABY Autos, Hamilton)

Yummylicious (Glasgow)Kanval by Design (Glasgow)Glasvegas Cafe (Glasgow)S1 Luxury Car Hire (Midlothian)Adams Ice Cream Parlour (Glasgow)

New Business of the Year

Narinder Baryah (Santander, Glasgow)Vishal Chopra (Grant Thornton, Glasgow)Aarti Joshi (DF Concerts & Events, Glasgow)Hinna Akram (Jacobs, Glasgow)Abid Shami (KPMG, Aberdeen)

Imaginex Furniture & Interiors (Glasgow)KRK Retail (Glasgow)Krush (Glasgow)Edinburgh Bargain Stores (Edinburgh)Stalks and Stems of Glasgow

Retail Business of the YearRising Star Award

Glasgow Gurdwara (Albert Drive, Glasgow)UCare Foundation (Glasgow)Asian Deaf Club Glasgow (Glasgow)

iKrushSashtimeGRS GlobalDezign FanaticsRhea Solutions

Online Business of the YearThe Community Award

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SABA Finalists 2014Business of the YearBlue Canyon Ltd (Livingston)Ultimate Brow Bar (Glasgow)Academy Wholesale Electrics (Glasgow)CKL Clothing Distribution (Glasgow)Harveys Laundry (Glasgow)

Aamer Anwar (Aamer Anwar & Co, Glasgow)Mohammed Samad (Tollcross and Carntyne Dental Care)Pravin Jain (Jain, Neil & Ruddy Solicitors, Glasgow)Arshad Ali (SCED, Glasgow)Nimra Sattar (Tollcross and Carntyne Dental Care)

Best Professional in Business

Sam Kiyani (Innocence Nursery, Glasgow)Amina Nabi (Kinnect2, Glasgow)Asia Dhesi (Miss Bartons Salon, Glasgow)Yasmina Ely (Kleen Cleaners, Edinburgh)Jelina Rahman (JR Rahman Solicitors, Glasgow)

Nisa Extra (Ballater Street, Glasgow)Mo’s Convenience Store (Blantyre)1st Stop 2 Shop (Dundee)Scotfresh (Allanton Drive, Glasgow)Lothian Superstore (Bathgate)

Convenience Retailer of the YearBusinesswoman of the year

Shaf Rasul (E-net Computers, Edinburgh)Cook Gill (Cook + Indi’s World Bu�et, Glasgow)Anwar Hussain Mashadi (Kirkwood of Scotland, Glasgow)Atif Bashir (Smile Max Studio, Glasgow)Gurjit Singh Lalli (Asia Scotland Institute, Glasgow)

M.Suleman & Co. Ltd (Glasgow)Papa Johns (Glasgow)United Wholesale Grocers (Springburn, Glasgow)Rouken Glen Garden Centre (Glasgow)Alfa Wholesale (Glasgow)

Family Run BusinessBusinessman of the year

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SABA Finalists 2014

PG PaperSarkar Defence SolutionsQuiz ClothingDynamite Energy DrinkClinTec International

Nazish Aslam (For Where I Am, Edinburgh)Sukhvir Dhillon (Curious Chip, Glasgow)

Entrepreneur of the Year

Platinum Polish (Glasgow)Khan Autos (Glasgow)Big Licks (Victoria Road, Glasgow)Charcoals (Glasgow)To Print (Glasgow)

Will be announced on the nightBest Marketing Campaign Lifetime Achievement Award

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ETC Supplies (Glasgow)Embassy Snooker Club (Dundee)Mymo Accessories (Glasgow)MA Sports (Glasgow)Pollokshields Pharmacy (Glasgow)

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