A graphic designer who started his business aged just 21, has been nominated for a top industry accolade.
James Hamilton, Creative Director of PixelTree Media, is a finalist for the Young Digital Entrepreneur of the Year.
The awards program, which has honoured Britain's online entrepreneurial talent for over a decade, recognises entrepreneurs who are excelling in the digital platform.
The evening is made up of businesses, digital agencies, entrepreneurs, consultancies, industry gurus and specialist judges.
“I’m absolutely delighted to have been nominated for such a prestigious award in a highly competitive arena, by expert judges in the digital industry.
It certainly feels like recognition for the last five years of hard work and personal sacrifice of both time and money.
Setting up a business aged 21 was a big step and I’m really proud to have been recognised for my achievements in business at a young age,”
said James.
With a passion for all things creative, James founded PixelTree Media in 2012 and works across industry sectors in IT, Financial Services and Leisure for companies both large and small.
Now a team of six in size, it’s strategically based in Rainford placed between Wigan, Warrington and St Helens with Manchester and Liverpool both 20 a minute drive away.
James’s desire to provide a quality service to his clients lays within the heart of the company which is built upon the reputation of delivering quality designs with friendly and caring customer service.
Boasting over 100 active clients, all of which use the company’s print, digital and branding services on a regular basis, James has most recently acquired a number of large corporations working with KYB Europe – one of the world’s largest manufacturers of shock absorbers and coil springs with a global turnover of $2.6 billion.
The team worked with their European branch to produce 15 country specific European websites and have continued to build a working relationship with Joloda International, a world leader in cargo loading systems in launching their new global site.
“We are the service and a friendly bunch too. I’m a firm believer in people buy people.
Making connections with people and really taking the time to understand their businesses and aspirations is extremely important to me.”
James has business aspirations to grow the company rapidly over the next five years and to build a dynamic, enthusiastic and dedicated team to help drive the company forward by employing ambitious and hard-working individuals who are passionate about digital and design.
"I’m committed to PixelTree becoming one of THE go to agencies in the North West with a reputation for high quality, cutting edge design providing customers with a significant return on their investment with us.
We strive to build strong, long lasting relationships with all our clients and this will ensure we reach our goals setup over the next 5 years."
After being scouted across the digital sector, James was contacted by Digital Entrepreneur Awards representatives and asked to apply.
Now a finalist James hopes to add this prestigious award to its growing portfolio of awards that already includes the Northern Design Awards Winner for Best Branding.
James added:
“To win the award would mean the world to me. It would not only be huge recognition for me personally but for the team who has supported me at every step.
An award win would also ensure a big platform from which to further develop, grow and expand the business.”
Award winners will be announced at a special gala dinner on 22nd November 2017 at the iconic Principle Hotel in the heart of Manchester city centre.