The Pride of Bracknell Forest Awards started in 2005 to celebrate the achievements of outstanding individuals in the local community and have been running ever since. Bracknell itself is at the heart of Europe’s ‘Tech Valley’ and makes a major contribution to the South East economy, which is second only to London in terms of its financial output. 

On Friday the 25th of April at The Old College, Royal Military Academy Sandhurst, the shortlisted nominees including Sophie Holmes from Page Hardy Harris came together for a ceremony and black tie dinner.

Sophie was delighted to win the Young Person in Business Award, sponsored by Bracknell BID,  which recognises an individual who has demonstrated exceptional entrepreneurial spirit, innovation, and leadership for their age.  

Joining Page Hardy Harris as an apprentice upon finishing school, Sophie has played a key role in supporting local businesses, including canvassing for Bracknell’s first BID vote. Rising to Senior Commercial Property Surveyor by 22, she balanced a demanding role with part-time study, earning a BSc in Real Estate Management and becoming a Chartered Commercial Property Surveyor. Now mentoring apprentices, she also frequently leads complex negotiations in support of local businesses. Sophie’s admirable dedication and work ethic truly embody the spirit of this award.

Reflecting after the ceremony, Sophie commented  “I feel honoured to have won this award, it is such a lovely way to celebrate recently finishing my degree apprenticeship and passing my APC to become a Chartered Surveyor.”

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