FBUK Magazine Edition 3 June 2025

RCP Parking wins Best Large Business – Eastern Daily Press Business Awards

RCP Parking has collected the award for Best Large Business at the Eastern Daily Press business awards. RCP, which is based in Norwich, was founded in 1994 by Shapoor Naghshineh who has since been joined in running the family business by his daughter Sarah. RCP has grown quickly and now operates 60 car park locations across the UK and is accredited as a “Great Place to Work.” In making the award the judges called RCP a “driving force for change in the sector,” and described Sarah as an “exceptional leader.” Collecting the award Sarah said “This award means so much. We are really proud of what we do and be recognised as part of the community. “I’m so proud of the team here at RCP. With them, the sky is the limit. This award is for them.”

Michelle Taft wins Judges Award – Women in Business

FBUK member Michelle Taft (Non-Executive Director at John Good Group) has scooped the special Judges Award at the annual Women in Business Hull Awards. Michelle, who also chairs the John Good Group’s People and Planet Committee, picked up the award for ongoing dedication and excellence with the Matthew Good Foundation, a charity established by the Group which has now donated over £1.5 million to various causes since its inception in 2011. Michelle said, “This award is not just a personal achievement, but a reflection of the incredible work our team has accomplished through the Matthew Good Foundation and John Good Group. Together, we’re making a real difference in our community, and I’m so thankful to everyone who has been part of our journey.”

Georgina Young wins Brewer’s Brewer of the Year

Head Brewer and Brewing Director at FBUK Member St Austell Brewery has been named Brewer’s Brewer of the Year. Georgina Young, who has been at the helm of brewing operations at St Austell Brewery for five years, was voted the Brewers’ Brewer of the Year at the Society of Independent Brewers and Associates (SIBA) Business Awards 2025. This is Georgina’s third award in the past two years having been crowned Brewer of the Year and picking up a Lifetime Achievement award, both in 2023. “It feels very special to have won this award,” says Georgina. “I’m very fortunate to be surrounded by brilliant people in the beer world, and having been chosen by peers to receive the accolade is a proud moment.”

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