Recognition for both team excellence and emerging talent has made this year's East Midlands Rainmakers Awards a particularly successful occasion for 7oceans Alliance member Provantage Corporate Finance

Provantage Corporate Finance has enjoyed another standout year at the East Midlands Rainmakers Awards, securing two awards and further strengthening its reputation within the UK corporate finance community

The Nottingham-based advisory firm was once again named Corporate Finance Advisory Team of the Year, while Andy Shepherd was recognised individually, taking home Rising Star of the Year.

Winning Team of the Year for another year is a significant achievement for Provantage, reflecting the strength of its advisory team, the quality of its client relationships and its continued contribution to the Midlands dealmaking market

The additional recognition for Andy highlights the next generation of talent within the business. His award celebrates his commitment, expertise and growing role in delivering successful transactions and supporting businesses throughout their corporate finance journey

The celebrations also brought together the wider 7oceans network, with a representative from one of the Alliance's Italian member firms joining the Provantage team for the evening while undertaking a secondment in the UK. It was a great opportunity to celebrate success across the network and demonstrate the value of the relationships that connect 7oceans members internationally

Sally Saunders, Chairperson of 7oceans and a founder of Provantage Corporate Finance, said: "It's fantastic to see the team recognised once again, particularly in a year where we've worked on some brilliant transactions and achieved so much together. The Team of the Year award means a great deal because it reflects the collective effort, energy and commitment that everyone brings to the business. "Andy thoroughly deserves his Rising Star award. He's a real asset to Provantage, and it's wonderful to see his development and contribution recognised by the wider advisory community"

Andy Shepherd added: "Being recognised by my peers is a fantastic feeling, especially given the calibre of the other nominees. I'm proud to be part of the East Midlands corporate finance community and, of course, part of a team that continues to achieve such great things. It's a brilliant result for Provantage"

The double award success is another positive milestone for Provantage and reflects the expertise and ambition of the people driving its continued growth

As a member of 7oceans M&A Alliance, Provantage is part of an international network of independent corporate finance advisers, connecting businesses and dealmakers across multiple markets. Through this network, members combine strong local market knowledge with international relationships and cross-border expertise

Congratulations to Andy and the entire Provantage team, as well as all the winners and nominees recognised at this year's East Midlands Rainmakers Awards