CHIP Fundraising Dinner & Awards 2026
Celebrating Social Value, Recognising Achievement
Every year CHIP commits to celebrating its delivery of social value by recognising the work that is being embedded by our partners and celebrating the success of the learners CHIP supports, by providing opportunities to bring positive changes to their lives.
CHIC supports its members to deliver efficient and effective asset management services for their residents. Consultants and contractors must provide social value benefits in relation to all CHIC procured contracts.
CHIC supports CHIP, its associated charity, with funds to provide financial support to Local Employment Groups to help people distant from the workplace into training and employment. CHIP also provides grants to local community projects, through a Community Chest Fund.
CHIP’s annual dinner recognises the individuals and projects CHIP supports and raises funds to extend the reach of CHIP’s charitable work.
Five awards are presented, to recognise individual and corporate achievements over the preceding year.
This event enables CHIC’s members and supply chain partners to network and relax together, whilst directly supporting our social value objectives.
What’s New for This Year’s Event
A Fresh Setting with the Same Exceptional Experience
This year we are moving into the Ironbridge Suite, a fantastic new space that will host the Drinks Reception, Dinner and all presentations in one room. It offers a great atmosphere and a smoother flow to the evening.
Bigger, Better and More Popular Than Ever
After the success of last year’s event, we are expecting our highest attendance yet. There will be 240 seats available, and they are expected to go quickly. If you would like to secure your place, make sure to reserve your seat before they’re gone.
Programme
- Drinks Reception – This is an informal reception for guests, with a range of drinks available.
- Awards – Once guests are seated, there will be some short presentations about some of the projects that CHIP has supported over the last year, aswell as from the Headline Sponsor. Then the five awards will be presented by the sponsors.
- Awards Dinner – There will then be a three-course dinner, served to each table. Raffle tickets will be sold during the dinner by members of the CHIC team.
- Raffle (Ironbridge Suite) – After the dinner, there will be a raffle prize draw for the prizes being donated by CHIC supply chain partners.
- Bar – The bar will then be open until 11.30pm for those guests who want to stay and relax.
We Will Be Hosting 5 Awards
The Maggie Puyner Award: High Achiever of the Year
Honouring an individual who has strengthened social value, this category celebrates those creating meaningful opportunities, supporting communities, or leading sustainable initiatives.
Sponsored by CHIC in memory of former Chair Maggie Punyer, a key figure in establishing CHIP.
Career Development Excellence Award
Celebrating exceptional career development, this category recognises someone who has excelled in their role or apprenticeship, demonstrating remarkable growth, commitment and impact.
Open to trainees and apprentices beginning their career journey.
Sponsored by Severnside Security Ltd
Social Value Employer of the Year
Recognising organisations that prioritise care, inclusivity and wellbeing, this award highlights those offering development opportunities, community engagement and wellbeing initiatives that empower employees to drive positive change.
Sponsored by Synergize.
Positive Impact Award
Shining a light on initiatives that strengthen communities, this category honours projects that have improved lives through dedicated time, expertise or funding, creating lasting and measurable impact.
Nominees will have made contributions through specific activities that address community needs, providing opportunities and support that enhance the lives of local individuals.
Sponsored by Geberit.
The Ian Winslet Award: Mentor of the Year
Acknowledging outstanding mentorship, this award celebrates a mentor whose empathy, commitment and tailored support have helped learners build skills, confidence and progress in their careers.
Sponsored by ARK Consultancy, in memory of former Director Ian Winslet.
This Year's Sponsors
Main Stage Sponsor
Calfordseaden is a multi-disciplinary property and construction consultancy. With over 80 years of industry experience, the company has the skills and expertise to overcome challenges through innovative solutions.
Awards Sponsors
A collaborative, not for profit, member owned and governed consortium that delivers compliant procurement solutions and commercial support to our members in partnership with the supply chain.
CHIP was established to support delivery of the social value objectives set for Communities and Housing Investment Consortium (CHIC).
For more than 35 years, ARK Consultancy has been driven by a strong desire to see organisations perform at their best, because this leads to improved homes, stronger communities and ultimately, better lives.
ARK’s mission is to support the affordable housing sector to achieve its goals and deliver the high-quality homes and services that residents deserve.
Synergize is renowned for the safe, timely and high-quality delivery of remediation and maintenance contracts across the UK.
Its expertise lies in planning and completing high-quality installations for the remediation of properties which do not meet current building regulations.
Part of the Geberit Group since 2015, Twyford has been leading the way in washroom innovation for over 150 years. With continuous development and research into the latest sanitary technology, the Twyford range consists of smart design features and pioneering products that deliver long lasting quality quality with over 25 year guarantee offered across all Twyford ceramic products.
Renowned as one of Gloucestershire’s first security companies to support and serve commercial and residential properties across the county, Severnside Security has grown nationwide since its launch in 1992. The company upholds the standard that its clients’ protection is its priority, delivering this commitment around the clock, year on year.
Table Sponsor
RE:GEN is a purpose-driven organisation committed to enhancing lives through safe, sustainable social housing regeneration. As a forward-thinking, multifaceted regeneration specialist, it has grown from humble beginnings to become a trusted partner, delivering best-in-class solutions to the social housing sector across the North.
Housing Plus Group manages over 33,000 homes across Shropshire, Staffordshire and Telford & Wrekin, guided by the belief that everyone deserves a safe, comfortable and affordable place to live. The organisation supports communities by helping people find suitable homes, providing care services that promote independent living and maintaining neighbourhoods to a high standard. Through its work, Housing Plus Group aims to create places that residents are proud to call home.
Drinks Reception Sponsor
At Jewson Partnership Solutions (JPS), the relationship with customers comes first. Strong, long-lasting partnerships deliver value for both clients and the organisation. The strategy is built around fostering relationships with people who are focused on bringing efficiency, innovation and value to customer organisations. The company is dedicated to providing services and partnerships that deliver meaningful results.
Jewson Partnership Solutions was created to deliver more for registered providers of social housing, repairs and maintenance contractors and organisations operating in the public sector.
Congratulations to the 2025 Winners!
High Achiever of the Year – The Maggie Punyer Award
Holly Peacock at The CCTV Company
Presented by CHIC
Career Development Excellence Award
Jack Midgley at Michael Dyson Associates Ltd
Presented by Fernox
Social Value Employer of the Year
Morgan Sindall Property Services
Presented by Housing Plus Group
Positive Impact Award
Fortem
Presented by Twyford
