The awards, hosted by the Carrick Times, were supported by key partners Mid and East Antrim Borough Council and category sponsors SONI.
Mayor of Mid and East Antrim Borough Council, Alderman Gerardine Mulvenna, said the council was delighted to support the awards again this year.
"We are so lucky to have a real mix of local, independent, and often family-run businesses who go above and beyond to serve the local community.
"They contribute a wide range of products and services, talent and skills – all of which enhance the lives of the people of our borough – and it’s great to see that reflected with these awards.”
The awards luncheon, held in Carrickfergus Golf Club, brought together winners from a variety of award categories, representatives from Mid and East Antrim Borough Council, SONI and special guests.
The winners were:
Best SME Business Award: Mount 10 Gallery
Best Retail Business of the Year Award: Eurospar Fortfield
Sustainable Business Award: Carrick Greengrocers
Business in the Community Award: Carrick Greengrocers
Best New Business Start Up Award: Carrick Greengrocers
Health &Wellbeing Business of the Year Award: Heel Within Holistic Therapy
Hospitality Business of the Year Award: Papa Browns Grill
Special Recognition Award: Artur Cufaj
5. Celebration time
Carrick Community Greengrocers made it three in a row by picking up the Best New Business Start Up Award. Jane Robb accepted the award from Mayor, Gerardine Mulvenna. CT17-203. Photo: Tony Hendron
6. Celebration time
The Health & Wellbeing Business of the Year Award went to Heel Within Holistic Therapy and the trophy was picked up from Mayor Gerardine Mulvenna by Lisa Douglas. CT17-204. Photo: Tony Hendron
7. Celebration time
The Hospitality Business of the Year Award went to Papa Brown's Grill andClaire Teeny was on hand to accept the trophy from Mayor, Alderman Gerardine Mulvenna. CT17-205. Photo: Tony Hendron
8. Celebration time
Mayor of Mid and East Antrim Council, Alderman Gerardine Mulvenna, centre, pictured with prizewinners, sponsors and representatives of award hosts National World at the Carrick Business Awards at Carrick Golf Club. CT17-207 Photo: Tony Hendron