OCN London Apprentice Employer of the Year
Gold Winner: Heat Plex
Silver Winner: TV Edwards Solicitors
SME London Business Awards
Welcome to the London Chamber of Commerce and Industry SME London Business Awards, an exciting opportunity to support and share in our vision to raise the profile of industrious, hardworking and enterprising SMEs in the region.
Awards are a sought-after accolade of achievement, a veritable endorsement of success in business, and offers exceptional marketing and PR opportunities as well as increasing your credibility and standing in the eyes of your peers and your customers.
The SME London Business Awards 2026 took place on Thursday 26 February 2026. Congratulations to all of our silver and gold winners.
About the Awards
The awards celebrate the success, talent and dedication to be found amongst small businesses across the capital.
Firms of up to 250 employees are invited to enter into 21 different categories ranging from best entrepreneur to best young business leader, with the chance of winning either the Gold or Silver in their chosen category and the potential to be crowned as overall winner of the LCCI SME Awards.
Finalists were invited to attend a black-tie awards night in February 2026 - a ceremony of celebration and entertainment.
Celebrating SMEs in London
SMEs are the lifeblood of our city. As London’s biggest independent representative organisation for SMEs, we intrinsically understand the contribution they bring to London, making it the best city in the world to do business in. All of the awards are a testament to the hard work, ingenuity and innovation that our winners have displayed.
SME London Business Awards 2026
On Thursday 26 February, 280 finalists, guests, sponsors, and supporters gathered at the Leonardo Royal Hotel London Tower Bridge for the London Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) SME London Business Awards 2026 and what a celebration it was. The awards honour the exceptional talent, innovation, and resilience that define small and medium-sized businesses across the capital.
2026 Winners
grenke Best Enterprising Business
Gold Winner: Doctorcall
Silver Winner: Wiseup Networks
Bell Stone Best New Business
Gold Winner: CHEEEZ
Silver Winner: Pilar Sifas Obiol - Clarity Coaching
Weightmans Business Innovation Award
Gold Winner: Sort & Store
Silver Winner: multifi
RBC Brewin Dolphin Business of the Year less than 50 Employees
Gold Winner: LM Technologies
Silver Winner: CloudSeals UK
Menzies Business of the Year more than 50 Employees
Gold Winner: Panorama Antennas
Silver Winner: grenke Leasing
HSBC Business Person of the Year
Gold Winner: Jeev Sahoo – Step8Up Academy
Silver Winner: Vladyslav Podoliako – Belkins Agency
Menzies Business Woman of the Year
Gold Winner: Gauri Nafrey – Bridge Baker
Silver Winner: Genevieve Seal – ABL Recruitment
Luton Rising Community Business of the Year
Gold Winner: Soho Theatre Company
Silver Winner: AFRICAN CARIBBEAN KIDNEY EDUCATION ENTERPRISE ™
Corporate Social Responsibility Award
Gold Winner: AES
Silver Winner: Mont Rose College of Management & Sciences
HSBC Employer of the Year
Gold Winner: Nockolds Solicitors
Silver Winner: Quastels LLP
Exporter of the Year
Gold Winner: Britwind
Silver Winner: Sandea Wholesale
Family Business of the Year
Gold Winner: Hair Development (UK)
Silver Winner: Salters Events
Edwin Coe High Growth Business of the Year
Gold Winner: Interpolitan Money Plc
Silver Winner: Sereno IT Support
Hospitality, Leisure and Tourism Business of the Year
Gold Winner: Red Carnation Hotels
Silver Winner: The Admirable Crichton
Penta Consulting International Business of the Year
Gold Winner: Sandea Wholesale
Silver Winner: Viadex
Scholars School System Positive Impact Award
Gold Winner: SEND & Sensory
Silver Winner: Wiseup Networks
Etihad Service Excellence
Gold Winner: TV Edwards Solicitors
Silver Winner: Ginkgo Financial
Sustainability Award
Gold Winner: Quantum Renewable Innovation
Silver Winner: Britwind
Website of the Year
Gold Winner: PinkSEO
Silver Winner: ESG Pro
Young Business Person of the Year
Gold Winner: Jamie Tong – Scannetix
Silver Winner: Trevor Gomes – RISE Coaching & Mentoring
SME London Business Awards Headline Sponsor 2026
HSBC
Platinum Sponsor 2026
Menzies LLP
Gold Sponsor 2026
Bell Stone
Edwin Coe LLP
Etihad
grenke
Luton Rising
OCN London
Penta Consulting
RBC Brewin Dolphin
Scholars School System
Charity Sponsor
Hospices of Hope
Our Charity Sponsor 2026: Hospices of Hope
This year, we were delighted to welcome Hospices of Hope as our Charity Sponsor. Hospices of Hope is the only UK charity dedicated to supporting the development of palliative and end of life care in South and East Europe. Our vision is for all patients suffering from terminal or life-limiting illnesses to have access to specialist hospice care services, free of charge – because everyone deserves to live and die with dignity and without pain.
Hear From Our Attendees and Sponsors
- The LCCI SME London Business Awards is a standout event that offers sponsors tangible value. From the impressive brand visibility to the calibre of networking opportunities, the experience exceeded our expectations. It has been a pleasure to see the city's talent celebrated so well, and the partnership has significantly strengthened our presence within the London business landscape.SStuart BermanCommercial Director, Bell Stone
- Having been honoured as the Overall Winner and International Business of the Year in 2025, Penta Consulting knows the immense value of these awards. We were incredibly proud to return as sponsors, celebrating the resilience and brilliance of London’s SME community. It was a privilege to support the next generation of ambitious businesses driving our city’s economy forward.AAminash PatelCEO, Penta Consulting
- We’re delighted to be sponsoring the 2026 SME London Business Awards. This year’s awards were a wonderful way to recognise the hard work, dedication and entrepreneurial spirit of SMEs across the city. It was an honour to be involved in the awards and to meet some of the brilliant businesses that are playing such a vital role in driving growth and employment both in the city and the wider UK economy.Adam KellyRegional Director, HSBC
- It’s [been] one of those events where you can really foster lifelong relationships with those around you, so it’s a phenomenal opportunity.MMatt LimaQuilter Financial Advisers
- CSB Logistics being named award finalists was an important recognition of our work, and the event was a great chance to acknowledge our team's hard work together. The event's positive atmosphere, highlighted by meeting industry peers and making new connections, added value to our experience.MMatt BarkerManaging Director, CSB Logisitics
- What a fabulous event! So well organised, the food and entertainment was fantastic and the energy levels of all the award finalists and winners was wonderful to see. As platinum sponsors we had great exposure on the night and we met some great business owners, who love what they do - highly reccomend!SSimon ArmstrongMenzies LLP
SME London Business Awards 2027 Sponsors
Interested in sponsoring our 2027 awards?
The SME London Business Awards are designed to showcase both our partners and our entrants. As a supporter, you'll have the opportunity to showcase your brand in the lead-up to the awards and at the final in 2026. Through social media and traditional press coverage, we will attract the finest talent from London, and our extensive experience and expertise will ensure that your brand receives excellent promotion.
We have a variety of sponsorship packages available, which offer a range of judging opportunities, extensive social media exposure, VIP tickets to the final, and advertorial space in the awards programme.
Enquire today for more information.
SME London Business Awards 2025
Hosted by TV Presenter James Green at Leonardo Royal Hotel London Tower Bridge, over 300 finalists, sponsors and guests enjoyed a drinks reception, red carpet interviews, and a three-course meal and musical medley entertainment for the SME London Business Awards 2025 grand finale. We were delighted to crown silver and gold winners for each of our 22 awards, with Penta Consulting as our Overall Winner!
A look back at our 2024 Awards Night and Winners
Hosted by TV presenter James Green, the 2024 black-tie awards at the Park Plaza London Riverbank hotel, was the perfect opportunity to celebrate the achievements of SMEs across London. Over 300 guests enjoyed the awards ceremony which included a drinks reception, three-course meal and surprise entertainment for Singer Waiter and Chef duo.
