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And finally, we are delighted to welcome our after-dinner speaker, Charlie Martin, to the stage. As we get ready to hear from Charlie, thank you to everyone who joined us to celebrate the achievements of our industry. #IMIAnnualDinnerAwards #ProudToBeIMI #IMICommunity

The final award of this evening is the Sue Brownson Award for Outstanding Leadership in the Automotive Industry. This award is proudly presented to Eddie Hawthorne. Read more on our website: okt.to/wxn1pv. #IMIAnnualDinnerAwards #ProudToBeIMI #IMICommunity

The IMI Honorary Fellowship Award recognises individual contributions to the IMI communities and the automotive sector. We're proud to award this prestigious accolade to @DakshGuptaCEO Find out more: okt.to/UB14N9. #IMIAnnualDinnerAwards #ProudToBeIMI #IMICommunity

A huge round of applause for Dr Andy Palmer CMG, winner of The President’s Award 2026: Outstanding Contribution to the Motor Industry. Discover more: okt.to/a4eqmU. Award sponsored by: @LKQEuroCarParts #IMIAnnualDinnerAwards #ProudToBeIMI #IMICommunity

And the winner of the Championing Inclusion in Automotive Award is Apprentice Support Hub, Emtec @NottmCollege. Read more about Emtec here: okt.to/b7wQCz. Award sponsored by: @Castrol and @theracegroup. #IMIAnnualDinnerAwards #ProudToBeIMI #IMICommunity

Join us in congratulating @BelronGroup, who have won the International Partner of the Year Award. A well-deserved achievement! Read the full nomination here: okt.to/Xo8LVi. Award sponsored by: @AlFuttaimAuto. #IMIAnnualDinnerAwards #ProudToBeIMI #IMICommunity

The next award goes to @InspiroLearning, who have won the Partner of the Year Award! Read more here: okt.to/grYDkB. Award sponsored by: @nfum Central South Warwickshire and Pershore  #IMIAnnualDinnerAwards #ProudToBeIMI #IMICommunity

Congratulations to Pro-Tech MOT & Automotive Academy who have won the Contribution to the Work of the IMI Award! Discover more here: okt.to/FwIfmT. Award sponsored by: @Snapon_Tools. #IMIAnnualDinnerAwards #ProudToBeIMI #IMICommunity

This year, we are delighted to present two IMI bursaries. Daisy Moore is the first recipient of this bursary. The second is awarded to Lucy Bennett, in Richard Hutchins' memory. More here: okt.to/lbgn1H. #IMIAnnualDinnerAwards #ProudToBeIMI #IMICommunity

We’re proud to announce Hollie King from Bridgwater College as our Learner of the Year Award winner. She has also received the Fellowship of the Motor Industry bursary. Read more: okt.to/I9TSGJ. #IMIAnnualDinnerAwards #ProudToBeIMI

Up next: Apprentice of the Year Award winner Daisy Moore, JCT600’s first female technician, Doncaster @AudiUK Read Daisy's full nomination here: okt.to/5nNmac. Award sponsor: @Delphi. #IMIAnnualDinnerAwards #ProudToBeIMI #IMICommunity

Congratulations to Gemma Benbow, People & Organisation Director at @KiaUK for winning the Inspiring Automotive Woman of the Year Award, in partnership with the @Auto30Club. Find out more: okt.to/Odv7Ke. #IMIAnnualDinnerAwards #ProudToBeIMI #IMICommunity

We now welcome our host, @MattBarbet Last year, Matt spoke with IMI President Professor @JimSaker1 about the impact of Trump’s proposed tariffs, highlighting the importance of strong voices advocating for the automotive sector. #IMIAnnualDinnerAwards #ProudToBeIMI #IMICommunity

Tonight's the night! In just a short while we’ll be welcoming some of the brightest and most dedicated professionals from across the automotive industry for a night of celebration, recognition and connection. Good luck to all the finalists! #IMIAnnualDinnerAwards #ProudToBeIMI

On #IWD2026, we’re celebrating the winners of the @Auto30Club Inspiring Automotive Women Awards 2026! They’ll be recognised at the IMI Annual Dinner & Awards on 11 March, where the overall winner will also be announced. Find out more: okt.to/3IMhjU.

This week is Scottish National Apprenticeship Week- Aimee Wallis explores why apprenticeships are critical to driving skills, innovation and resilience across the sector. Exploring a career in automotive? Find out more at: okt.to/gajxYm okt.to/F9h0uJ

Today we’re representing the automotive industry with School of Thought (Automotive) at the Warwickshire Careers Fair, talking about the exciting career opportunities available across the sector.   To access our careers resources, visit okt.to/8P1VNX #CareersFair

Registration for the 2026 IMI Skills Competition is now open; the search for the UK’s top automotive talent starts today! Click here to register now: okt.to/28r1VX. #IMISkillsCompetition

Introducing our Learner of the Year finalists for 2026! • Abdul Khaksar, Bridgwater College • Hollie King, Bridgwater College • Oleh Kuzma, North Hertfordshire College okt.to/o0rtLJ

Explore our Apprentice of the Year 2026 finalists: • Daisy Moore, Doncaster @AudiUK • Marc Cockerton, @vwgap • Sydney Gleeson, @Halfords_uk okt.to/Bq5emS This award is sponsored by @delphiautoparts #IMIAnnualDinnerAwards #ProudToBeIMI #NAW2026 @inspirolearning