About the Coutts Prize for Family Business

Throughout our long history, Coutts has looked after many successful family firms and their owners. In 2005, as part of a commitment to this vital and vibrant sector of the economy, we launched the Coutts Prize for Family Business.

In doing so, our aim was both to provide exceptional family businesses with overdue recognition and to showcase their achievements for the benefit of others. And we are pleased to say that, in the space of just four years, the Coutts Prize for Family Business has become not just a highly sought after accolade, but also a widely valued source of insight and inspiration.

Roger Pedder, Former Chairman of C&J Clark Limited (Clark’s shoes), commented;

"I suspect the current recession will reveal the true worth of family companies to the economy. Their direct ownership and prudent financial approach will enable them to withstand the effects of the 'credit crunch' and emerge with their skilled labour force largely intact. Further their good citizenship and focus on the long term health will stand them in good stead. Their example will go some some way to mitigating the malign effects of irresponsible speculation"

Please click here to view the 2005 Winners

Please click here to view the 2006 Winners

Please click here to view the 2007/08 Winners

Please click here to view the 2008/09 Winners