Argyll and Bute Social Enterprise Network (ABSEN) have launched their first very own Social Enterprise Awards. ABSEN recognise that awards of this type are often established to raise the profile of the vital contributions and services that third sector organiazations offer local communities. I have read this recent article
http://ning.it/und8jo, which highlights 'why recognition matters,' however I am eager to identify the specific benefits formal accolade can offer- has anyone been in reciept of such an award, and if so- what was the benefit?