At a Glance:
• The SME National Business Awards 2025 celebrated the UK’s most ambitious small and medium-sized enterprises.
• Held at the prestigious QEII in Westminster, the evening showcased excellence across 20 business categories.
• Overall Winner: Wiseup Networks.
• Business leaders and entrepreneurs were recognised for innovation, growth, and community impact.
Tonight, small and medium-sized enterprises from across the country came together in style to celebrate their achievements and recognise the passion and commitment they pour into their businesses. Set against the stunning backdrop of the QEII in Westminster, the evening unfolded with elegant dining, valuable connections, and well-deserved victories.
As anticipation filled the room, Awards Director, Damian Cummins stepped onto the stage to reveal the winners of the public vote.
Business leader: (Less than 5 Employees)
Gold Winner: John Acton – Peer2Peer BoardsBusiness leader: (More than 25 Employees)
Gold Winner: Caitlin Barrett – Marco Paul
After recognising excellence across 20 categories of Gold and Silver winners, the distinguished title of Overall Winner was presented to Wiseup Networks.
Damian shared,
“This year’s finalists set the bar higher than ever. Their passion, drive, and a touch of healthy competition made the SME National Business Awards 2025 a night to remember! The QEII buzzed with ambition and entrepreneurial spirit, the energy in the room was incredible, with the crowd cheering every win with enthusiasm and pride. Huge congratulations to every winner and finalist, you’ve all achieved something remarkable!”
🏆 Full List of Winners
| Category | Gold Winner | Silver Winner |
|---|---|---|
| Apprentice Employer of the Year | Southbourne Rubber | Royal Spa Decoration |
| Best Enterprising Business | Wiseup Network | TOTFest Festival |
| Best New Business | EquiTech Group | Panthera Consultancy |
| Business Innovation | Eskan Electronics | Guardtech Group |
| Business of the Year (less than 50 Employees) | Kranlee Logistics | IBC Simply |
| Business of the Year (more than 50 Employees) | Vetsure Pet Insurance | Allicio |
| Business Person of the Year | Enis Evlat – Silent View Windows | Pia Honey – No Floor No More CIC |
| Business Woman of the Year | Lucie Macleod – Hair Syrup | Laura Till – AMBITION Sports Coaching |
| Community Business of the Year | Diamond Hampers CIC | Apex Ability |
| Corporate Social Responsibility | HORBIA UK | Meadfleet |
| Employer of the Year | Evenbreak | Imaginera |
| Family Business of the Year | We Get Any Stock | Nu-Tech Exhibitions + Events |
| High Growth Business of the Year | Modern World Business Solutions | EquiTech Group |
| Local Hero Award | MyMiltonKeynes BID | Roseview Windows |
| Online Business of the Year | Sweet Needle Industries | Behavet |
| Positive Impact Award | Sunnyside Rural Trust | Powertutors |
| Service Excellence | Mindful Memorials | Flourish Retail |
| Sustainability Award | Meadfleet | Pinksheep Marketing |
| Website of the Year | Beany | We Get Any Stock |
| Young Business Person of the Year | Claudia DeFabio – Meeko Teams | Jack Avery – PPS GB |
🏅 Overall Winner: Wiseup Networks
For more information on the awards, go to smenationals.co.uk or call 01908 542720.