The CIOB Maidstone Construction Professionals’ Dinner brought together leading companies and professionals from across Kent and the Southeast for an evening of celebration and networking.
The event was hosted by Maidstone Hub chair Adam Mitchell FCIOB, who welcomed guests including CIOB vice president Ola Obadara FCIOB.
Guests were entertained by magicians Peter Lee, Guy Wade, and Robert Bentley, followed by a lively after-dinner performance from comedian Jo Caulfield.
The evening also highlighted industry excellence, with the CIOB Maidstone Emerging Talent Award presented to Luke Hall of Willmott Dixon. Highly commended recognitions went to Harry Alexander of Invvu and Matt Lilley of Morgan Sindall.
Sponsors included AD Bly, BAM Construct UK, BJF Group, and Chartway Civil Engineering, with award sponsorship from GVE Commercial Solutions.
In addition to celebrating professional achievement, the evening supported PAPYRUS, the UK charity dedicated to the prevention of suicide and the promotion of positive mental health and emotional wellbeing in young people, raising more than £4,700 through a raffle and auction.
