The finalists were decided by an independent judging panel chaired by Lisa Springate, former IoD Chair and Head of Legal and Technical at Jersey Finance. She was joined by: 

Lisa Springate, chair of the independent panel of judges, said: "This year marks the 14th anniversary of the IoD Awards in Jersey, as well as 14 years of continued sponsorship by Appleby. What truly stands out this year, is the remarkable diversity of industry sectors represented, making this year's entries particularly exciting." 

Alex Ruddy, Chair, IoD Jersey, added: "This year’s finalists prove that Jersey’s leadership talent is thriving across all areas of the economy, not just the finance sector. The independent judging panel has selected finalists who have shown impressive business acumen and a commitment to driving positive change within their organisations and the wider local community. 

"It is exciting and refreshing to see leaders from such a wide range of industries being recognised for their contributions. This year’s awards ceremony will be a special celebration of Jersey’s dynamic business landscape, and we look forward to coming together to honour their achievements for what promises to be an unforgettable evening".

This year's enchanted forest-themed gala will take place at the RJA&HS on Friday 8 November 2024. 

The shortlist...

Large Business Director of the Year

• Adam Budworth, Managing Director, Grant Thornton (Channel Islands)
• Charles Grey Molteno, Chief Executive, Standard Bank Jersey Limited
• Dean Blackburn, Group Head of Institutional Client Services, JTC Plc  

SME Business Director of the Year

• Gabrielle Mason, Director, Thyme N Tide (Jade-S Fisheries Jersey / Driftwood Café)
• Paul Every, Director, Solitaire Consulting Limited
• Tess Price, Managing Director, Virteffic Limited

Family Business Director of the Year

• Jeremy Graeme Le Rossignol, Owner, Le Rossignol Estates
• Julia Williams, Product Director, FS Group
• Ryan Hodgson, CEO, Team HH  

Start-up Director of the Year

• Andrew Thatcher, Co-Founder, Flagstone International
• Hamza Mehmood, Chief Executive Officer, Project Accountants Ltd
• Jenny Winspear, Co-Founder, MyAnova

Young Director of the Year

• Ali Sarmad Awan, Director, Project Accountants Ltd
• Hamza Mehmood, Chief Executive Officer, Project Accountants Ltd
• Jenny Winspear, Co-Founder, MyAnova  

Public Sector Director of the Year

• Murray Julian Norton, Chief Executive, Jersey Chamber of Commerce & Industry Incorporated
• Robin Smith, Chief of Police, States of Jersey Police
• Tricia Warwick, Chief Executive Officer, Visit Jersey  

Third Sector Director of the Year

• Alex Morel, Chief Executive Officer, Jersey Trees for Life
• Claudine Snape, CEO, Dementia Jersey
• Jimmy Kelly, Chair of the Board of Directors, Jersey Football Association  

Sustainability Director of the Year

• Julia Williams, Product Director, FS Group
• Robin Smith, Chief of Police, States of Jersey Police
• Tamsin Raine, CEO, Ocean Culture Life   

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Director of the Year

• Ana Cengic, Associate Director HR, Affinity Private Wealth
• Hannah Gleave, Chief People and Sustainability Officer, Ports of Jersey
• Robin Smith, Chief of Police, States of Jersey Police  

Tickets for the awards can be purchased HERE.