The Institute of Directors (IoD) has launched its annual search for the most successful Northern Ireland business leaders.

The 2014 IoD First Trust Bank Director of the Year Awards, will recognise those who lead their field across all sectors of the local economy.

Paul Terrington, Chairman of the IoD NI, said: "The IoD First Trust Bank Director of the Year Awards is an opportunity for directors to receive the recognition they truly deserve for their continued determination, good corporate governance and exceptional standards in leadership within their organisations.

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"Northern Ireland is awash with business leaders who excel within their respective sectors. Testament to this is that all eight of our winners from last year's awards have now been shortlisted for the UK Finals, which just goes to show how rich the pool of business talent is here in Northern Ireland."

The awards are open to all business leaders in Northern Ireland, whether they are IoD members or not.

The Director of the Year Awards are part of a UK-wide IoD programme that sets the standard for directors.

This year a simplified application form has been introduced so it has never been easier for directors to enter.

The IoD First Trust Bank Director of the Year Awards, will be presented at a lunch on Friday 5th December at The Merchant Hotel in Belfast and are now open to all business leaders across the province.

(CD/MH)