Wigan Borough business awards 2025 – winners announced!
wigan borough business OF THE YEAR 2025
This is the most prestigious accolade of the evening, celebrating a business that has demonstrated outstanding success, leadership and community impact across the borough. It recognises an organisation that not only excels commercially but also champions innovation, invests in its people and gives back to Wigan and Leigh, setting the benchmark for business excellence in our area.
WINNER – Greenmount Projects
START UP business OF THE YEAR
This award celebrates new businesses that have hit the ground running and are already making an impact within the Wigan Borough. It recognises fresh ideas, ambition, and entrepreneurial spirit, celebrating businesses that have shown impressive progress and potential in their first year of trading.
WINNER – Ready Health
SILVER – Vitaear Clinic
MICRO BUSINESS OF THE YEAR
The Micro Business of the Year Award celebrates the outstanding achievements of small enterprises that have made a big impact in the local community.
WINNER – SOLSONAFILMS
SMALL BUSINESS OF THE YEAR
The Small Business of the Year Award recognises the remarkable achievements of local businesses that have demonstrated excellence, innovation, and resilience in the face of challenges.
WINNER – Standish Energy Ltd
SILVER – The CCTV Company Ltd
BRONZE – GHE Electrical, Fire & Security LTD
MEDIUM TO LARGE BUSINESS OF THE YEAR
The Medium to Large Business of the Year Award recognises the outstanding achievements of established enterprises that have made significant contributions to the local economy and community.
WINNER – Greenmount Projects
SILVER – Brownlow Utilities
Sustainable BUSINESS OF THE YEAR
This category celebrates the outstanding contributions of businesses within the borough to ensuring the future of our planet. This category recognises their dedication to reducing impact, ensuring commitment from their team and supply chain and inspiring others on the sustainability journey.
WINNER – Green Earth Developments (Group) Ltd
APPRENTICE OF THE YEAR
The Apprentice of the Year Award celebrates the remarkable achievements of apprentices who have shown outstanding dedication and progress in their chosen fields.
WINNER – Billy Halliwell – Rebuild With Hope Foundation
SILVER – Harriet Foxton – The Brick
Tech and Innovation BUSINESS OF THE YEAR
This award celebrates businesses at the forefront of technology. and innovation. It recognises organisations that leverage cutting-edge technology to drive growth, improve efficiencies, and deliver exceptional results. Whether you’re a tech startup or a company pioneering industry solutions, this award honours your achievements in shaping the future.
WINNER – h2x
SILVER – Auto Time Systems Northern Ltd
chARITY OF THE YEAR
The Charity of the Year Award recognises the remarkable impact of charitable organisations that serve our local community.
CIC/SOCIAL ENTERPRISE OF THE YEAR
The CIC/Social Enterprise of the Year Award celebrates the outstanding contributions of social enterprises and community interest companies (CICs) which are making a positive impact within the Wigan Borough.
WINNER – Boxing for Better C.I.C
MANUFACTURING BUSINESS OF THE YEAR
The Manufacturing Business of the Year Award celebrates the excellence and innovation within Wigan’s manufacturing industry.
WINNER – EnergyAce Ltd
SILVER – IDEM Safety Switches Ltd
BRONZE – Standish Engineering Ltd
BEST BOSS OF THE YEAR
The Best Boss of the Year Award recognises exceptional leadership and dedication to employee well-being within Wigan’s business community.
WINNER – Maureen Holcroft – Daffodils Dreams C.I.C
SILVER – Ellie Palma-Cass – EPiC HOPE C.I.C
BRONZE – Donna Leigh – Big Creative Events UK Ltd
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