It was more than just a night of awards.
We’ve got 10 photos of people enjoying every minute of the Sunderland Echo Business Excellence Awards.
And don’t forget – make sure you get Friday’s Echo for a supplement filled with interviews, reaction and more photos from the night.
1. Loving the memoriesries
Photo time! Were you in the picture at the awards? Photo: Kevin Brady
2. Enjoying the night
Getting ready for the Sunderland Echo Business Excellence Awards. Photo: Kevin Brady
3. A toast to the awards
A lovely reminder from the Sunderland Echo Business Excellence Awards. Photo: Kevin Brady
4. Raising a smile
Savouring the atmosphere at the Sunderland Echo Business Excellence Awards. Photo: Kevin Brady