Previous winners will reveal how they impressed the judges at the launch of this year's Sussex Business Awards.

The launch, at the English Wine Centre, near Alfriston, is free and open to all businesses across Sussex.

Karl Robinson of Mistral Internet, Richard Baker from De Vere Grand and Martin Evans from Littlehampton Book Services are booked to speak.

Steven Gauge, of Sussex Enterprise, will also give an assessment of the region's economy. A free wine-tasting session with a professional tutor will be offered to guests.

The event is on Thursday, May 13. To book a place, call Caroline Thorpe on 01273 207155 or visit www.sussex-business-awards.co.uk

Tuesday April 20, 2004