Black Sun clients take home gold at the Corporate and Financial Awards

Black Sun clients had a successful evening at the Corporate and Financial Awards on 15th November picking up two gold awards and host of silver, bronze and highly commended trophies.
DS Smith won Gold for their online Sustainability Report, the judges commented that ‘The report communicated a clear and concise narrative which also aligned with upcoming ESG reporting standards. Judges were impressed by the report’s interactive online presence, which they felt was enhanced by its use of video and infographics.’
IQE were recognised for their Capital Markets Day which was awarded Gold in the Best Event Category, this event garnered overwhelmingly positive feedback, which was reflected in its share price reaching an 18-month high in January 2023.
The full list of Black Sun Clients recognised is:
Best printed report – FTSE 100
- Bronze – NatWest Group and Black Sun Global
- Highly commended – Taylor Wimpey and Black Sun Global
Best printed report – Small cap
- Highly commended – Reach and Black Sun Global
Best printed report – Unlisted
- Bronze – Together and Black Sun Global
Best online report – FTSE 100
- Bronze – Burberry and Black Sun Global
Best printed CSR or ESG report
- Silver – Taylor Wimpey and Black Sun Global
- Highly commended – Croda International and Black Sun Global
Best online CSR or ESG report
- Gold – DS Smith and Black Sun Global
- Silver – NatWest Group (Climate-related Disclosures Report) and Black Sun Global
- Bronze – NatWest Group (ESG Disclosures Report) and Black Sun Global
Best integrated report
- Bronze – Coca-Cola HBC and Black Sun Global
- Bronze – Taylor Wimpey and Black Sun Global
Best Event
- Gold – IQE and Black Sun Global
The Corporate and Financial Awards celebrate excellence in all aspects of corporate communication. Never before have so many groups of stakeholders had access to corporate information or the ability to influence a company’s brand, making good corporate communications more important than ever.
To find out more about our award winning work get in touch with our Head of Business Development, Naomi Hawkins.
About Black Sun
Black Sun is a global group of strategic advisors, consultants and stakeholder engagement specialists. We believe that brands and businesses can have a big impact on our society – they can shape more ethical practices, build more inclusive communities and deliver more sustainable performance. Ultimately, they can spark positive change in the world.
We partner with visionary companies to define and communicate their purpose, strategy and culture and bring to life their value creation story. Our services and solutions directly address the business-critical concerns of today; best-practice disclosure and accountability through reporting; protecting reputation and building trust with digital communications and helping businesses to effectively communicate their long-term responsibility and sustainability story.