This year’s awards are going to be even more spectacular than ever as this year we are celebrating the 25th anniversary of Asian Trader magazine. For a quarter of a century it has played a unique role in the grocery industry as a key organ of communication between independent retailers and their suppliers; an indispensable tool for retailers who want to build their businesses and for suppliers who want to be part of that growth.

This role of uniting retailer, manufacturer and wholesaler in a common mission will be highlighted at the Awards and we hope you will join us for what will be a wonderful occasion.

We can guarantee you an evening of glamour and entertainment when the biggest names in the industry as well as top politicians and celebrities will gather under one roof to salute the remarkable contribution made by independent retailers to the economic and social life of Britain.

The Asian Trader Awards 2010 will showcase and reward the hard work, dedication and best practise of the UKs most successful independent retailers as an inspiring example for the entire sector.

The Asian Trader Awards are the only truly independent award scheme for the independent sector. They carry a top cash prize of 10,000 - the largest prize in the sector - and a total prize fund of around 35,000.

The event, which includes a sumptuous dinner, offers a great chance to mix and mingle with key players in the grocery sector; to hear the speeches of senior politicians or of independent retailers themselves; to relax and enjoy a wonderful meal; and above all, to be present at an uplifting event that showcases the very best in independent retailing, inspiring higher standards throughout the sector.

The Asian Trader Awards dinner is the perfect opportunity for you to entertain those clients who have supported your brands throughout the year. So do come and join us on Wednesday 24th November 2010 at the Westminster Park Plaza, Westminster,London.