The Affineur of the Year Awards is fast becoming one of the most respected and anticipated events in the British cheese calendar – and an unmissable moment for businesses looking to align themselves with excellence, craft and community.

Organised by the Academy of Cheese, this prestigious event celebrates the skill, knowledge and passion of the professionals who mature and care for cheese at the very highest level. Each year, the competition grows in size, reach and reputation, attracting leading figures from across the British cheese industry alongside influential international guests.

Sponsoring Affineur of the Year puts your brand at the heart of this momentum.

The Benefits of Sponsoring Affineur of the Year

As a sponsor, you’ll enjoy direct visibility and meaningful engagement with the “great and the good” of the cheese world in a relaxed, celebratory setting. Benefits include:

  • Association with a prestigious, fast-growing industry event recognised for its integrity, expertise and impact
  • Complimentary tickets to the awards, giving your team unparalleled access to industry leaders, competitors and judges
  • Brand visibility before, during and after the event, including logo placement, a dedicated page on our website, and inclusion across social media and promotional activity
  • Outstanding networking opportunities, with the chance to build relationships, spark collaborations and rub shoulders with key decision-makers in an informal atmosphere
  • Witness the wow-moments as competitors cut open their cheeses for the first time
  • The opportunity to taste all competition cheeses and experience the excitement of watching the results announced live
  • The chance to present an award on stage for top-tier sponsors, placing your brand front and centre in front of all attendees, competitors and judges

How Much is Sponsorship?

To ensure the right fit for every organisation, a range of sponsorship packages is available, offering flexibility and tailored benefits to match your goals.

If you’re looking to support excellence, connect with the heart of the cheese industry, and position your brand alongside one of its most respected events, sponsoring Affineur of the Year is a powerful way to do it.

Join us – and be part of celebrating the people who make great cheese possible.

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