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LCCI’s SME London Business Awards Return for a Night of Celebration and Inspiration

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. 


Open to firms with up to 250 employees, businesses were invited to enter into 21 categories, from Best Entrepreneur and Community Business of the Year to Best Young Business Leader and Exporter of the Year. Shortlisted finalists competed for gold or silver in their respective categories, and one business was named the Overall Winner of the LCCI SME London Business Awards 2026.

The black‑tie ceremony showcased the remarkable impact SMEs continue to have on our great city. Guests enjoyed a vibrant networking drinks reception, a three‑course dinner, standout performances from Encore Entertainment and inspiring speeches from LCCI CEO Karim Fatehi OBE, Taryn Robertson of Headline Sponsor HSBC, and Jess Bayford from Charity Sponsor Hospices of Hope. The energy in the room was incredible.

Commenting on the awards, LCCI CEO Karim Fatehi OBE said:

“These awards are about more than recognition, they are a celebration of the determination, leadership, and forward thinking that power our business community every day. From emerging enterprises to established leaders, the calibre of talent and innovation on display is truly inspiring. It is fantastic to see so many organisations and individuals pushing boundaries, embracing change, and making a positive impact across our capital’s diverse sectors and communities. Nights like this give us the opportunity to pause, reflect, and applaud those achievements in the face of a challenging business environment. My congratulations go to everyone involved, your success stories not only deserve recognition but also motivate others to aim higher and continue building a strong and thriving London economy, which in turn benefits the wider UK.”

A huge congratulations to all the finalists, gold and silver winners, and to our Overall Winner of the LCCI SME London Business Awards 2026 Nockolds. Nockolds is an award-winning law firm and provider of independent financial advice, with proud heritage. We support individuals and businesses, offering trusted, high-quality advice through every stage of life and business. Recognised with industry accolades, our teams are consistently ranked among the leading legal and financial professionals in the UK.

For the full list of winners, please click here.

Thank you to the judges and our sponsors for their generous support, without which this special evening would not be possible.

Headline Sponsor: HSBC

Platinum Sponsor: Menzies LLP

Gold Sponsors:
Bell Stone Associates 
Edwin Coe LLP  
Etihad
grenke
Luton Rising
OCN London
Penta Consulting
RBC Brewin Dolphin
Scholars School System
Weightmans

Charity Sponsor: Hospices of Hope