Frank is a businessman and a partner in Ulverston-based PR and Communications company 32West who are organising this year's Heart of Ulverston Awards.

Shirley is the Mayor of Ulverston and a town councillor. She joins the Heart of Ulverston steering group for the first time this year.

Ruby is a digital marketing executive at Bender UK. The business has become one of the headline sponsors of the awards.

Jayne is Head of Marketing at Oxley Group and plays a key role in UlverSTEM. She wa srecently awarded an MBE for her for her services to the defence and aerospace industry.

Margaret is a Senior Project Professional - Social Impact at BAE Systems, who join our panel of headlines sponsors for the first time this year.

Well-known local GP Gerry Murray sits on the panel as a representative of the health sector in the town and been involved in Heart of Ulverston for many years.

Reverend Simpson is a well-known face in the town, especially to worshippers at Ulverston Parish Church where she is rector.

Rick is General manager of the Coronation Hall, home to the Heart of Ulverston Awards since they were launched in 2012 and is hugely supportive of the initiative.

Richard has been involved in the Heart of Ulverston Awards for many years. He is best known for his role teaching the performing arts at UVHS.

Dennis represents one of our category sponsors, Siemens Energy and sits on the steering group as a member of our business community.

Cllr Howard is a representative of Ulverston Town Council on the steering group. She was elected as a town councillor in 2024.

Lauren is the mastermind behind the wonderful floral displays and stage dressing at the awards. She is also a category sponsor and event partner.