Frazer Thompson, Chairman of Kent IoD, was crowned Chief Executive of the Year at an awards ceremony hosted by members of a new London stock exchange.

Held at the May Fair Hotel in the West End, the Plus Investors Awards 2008 sought to recognise the achievements of senior managers. Plus Investors is a quote-driven stock exchange for small businesses, trading more than 1,000 British companies with a combined market capital of £195bn.

Frazer Thompson is Managing Director of Chapel Down Winery at Small Hythe near Tenterden, a fast-growing small business and the largest producer of English wines in the country.

After picking up his trophy, Frazer said: “It was a great surprise and honour to win. There was an online vote for the various categories, which was open to members of Plus-quoted investors and advisors.

“It just goes to show that membership of the IoD and excellence in business go hand in hand.”

More than 200 business people attended Plus Investors Awards and were entertained by Clare Teal, Jazz Vocalist of the Year 2007.

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