The winners of the 2023 Business Champion Awards have been announced, celebrating exceptional businesses and entrepreneurs from various sectors across the United Kingdom. The ceremony, hosted by broadcasting legend Huw Edwards at the prestigious East Wintergarden at Canary wharf in London, was attended by over 350 business leaders and entrepreneurs.
The prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award was presented to HM King Charles III, in recognition of his long-standing commitment in founding the Princes Trust, which has helped over one million young people since it was formed in 1976. Simon Devonshire OBE received the Outstanding Achievement Award for his outstanding contribution to the business community.
The New Business of the Year Award was presented to three outstanding businesses, with Bronze going to Liberty Collins, Silver to Loki Poke, and Gold to Imagineerium. The Business Community Award recognised the achievements of Hero Award winners Charlie Betty Beauty and ECASS, Business Winner Biome Algae, and Community Winner Wanis International Foods.
The Business Innovation Award was presented to Silver winner Videosign and Gold winner The Simulator Company, while Nourished won the Growth Business Award. The ScoreApp SME of the Year Award was presented to Bronze winner Aberdeen Diving Services, Silver winner Oppidan, and Gold winner Making Moves London.
The Exporter of the Year Award recognised the international success of Silver winner Global Infusion Group and Gold winner The English Soap Company, while BTS Fabrications Limited won the Eco Foundry Sustainable Business Award, with Special Recognition given to Crown Oil and Silver presented to Juice Global.
The Diversity and Inclusion Award went to Simply Doughnuts, and the Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award recognized the achievements of Alfie Jones in the under 20 year old category and Jax Davey of Nuevo. Asher Moses was named the Evelyn Partners Entrepreneur of the Year Award winner, and the Business Enabler Award was presented to Will Polston Coaching and Training.
Make An Entrance was named the winner of the Business Transformation Award, while Whiskey & Wealth Club won the Scale Up and Market Disruptor Award.
“We are proud to celebrate the exceptional businesses and entrepreneurs who are driving growth, innovation, and prosperity in the UK,” said Richard Alvin, Awards Director of the Business Champion Awards. “The winners of the 2023 awards have demonstrated outstanding dedication, creativity, and leadership, and we look forward to seeing their continued success in the future.”
For more information about the Business Champion Awards and the winners, please visit the official website.