Celebrating those who make a difference: Introducing the WBBA Hall of Recognition
Behind every thriving business community are people and organisations quietly making a difference. They lead with integrity, support others, innovate, create jobs, and contribute positively to the place they call home.
For 2026, the Wigan Borough Business Awards Hall of Recognition has been introduced to make sure those contributions don’t go unnoticed.
What Is the Hall of Recognition?
The Hall of Recognition is a dedicated space within the Wigan Borough Business Awards designed to acknowledge businesses and individuals who are making a meaningful impact across Wigan Borough.
Anyone can put forward a business or individual whose work aligns with one of the WBBA award categories. Those recognised are then featured on the WBBA website as part of the Hall of Recognition 2026, celebrating their contribution and the category they’ve been recognised within.
Why nominating someone matters
In busy workplaces and growing businesses, achievements are often taken for granted. People move quickly from one challenge to the next, rarely stopping to reflect on the positive impact they’re making.
Nominating someone for the Hall of Recognition is a simple but powerful way to:
- Acknowledge hard work, leadership, or commitment
- Celebrate positive impact within Wigan Borough
- Show appreciation for those supporting others or driving progress
- Strengthen a culture of recognition and respect across the business community
Often, the people who deserve recognition the most are the least likely to put themselves forward. A nomination tells them: what you’re doing matters.
What does recognition mean for the nominee?
Being recognised in the Hall of Recognition comes with several meaningful benefits:
- Public recognition on the WBBA website as part of the Hall of Recognition 2026
- A digital recognition graphic to share with their team, customers, or wider network
- Visibility within the borough’s business community
- The opportunity to take the next step and formally enter the Wigan Borough Business Awards, should they wish.
Importantly, participation is optional. Those recognised are notified first and can choose whether they wish to be featured publicly or progress further.
The Hall of Recognition is not about votes or rankings. It’s about highlighting genuine contribution and impact. Each recognition reflects the reason someone has been put forward and the difference they’re making within the borough.
It’s a reminder that success takes many forms – leadership, resilience, innovation, collaboration, and community support all matter.
Know someone who deserves recognition?
If you know a business or individual who is making a real difference in Wigan Borough, nominating them is a meaningful way to say thank you.
It takes just a few minutes, but the impact can last far longer.
Have someone in mind whose contribution stands out? Celebrate them today.
👉 Recognise someone now at www.wiganboroughbusinessawards.co.uk