A CEO at a Taunton-based firm has been recognised as One to Watch in The LDC Top 50 Most Ambitious Business Leaders for 2024.

Adam Sharpe, CEO of Cardstream, was named by the programme, which is in its seventh year and in partnership with The Times.

The Top 50 celebrates entrepreneurs who demonstrate remarkable ambition.

This year, over 700 nominations were received, showcasing exceptional individuals building successful and growing businesses across the UK.

Mr Sharpe said: "Naturally I am honoured to be included in this prestigious list, alongside many of the UK’s leading entrepreneurs.

"It wouldn’t have been possible without the tireless work and commitment to innovation from everyone at Cardstream."

The Ones to Watch category is for individuals making great strides in growing their businesses, excelling in their industries, impacting positively on customers and employees, and standing out for their potential to achieve even greater success in the future.

Cardstream Group creates cutting-edge solutions, revolutionising how businesses manage and process payments across the globe.

John Garner, managing partner at LDC, said: "It’s been seven years since we launched The LDC Top 50 and in that time we’ve had the privilege of meeting some truly remarkable people, and this year has been no different.

"I’d like to congratulate this year’s Ones to Watch on their achievements so far - we can’t wait to see what they do next."

More information about The LDC Top 50 Most Ambitious Business Leaders for 2024 can be found on the LDC website, while details about Cardstream are available on its official website.