Buckinghamshire Business Awards 2026 Finalists Announced

The awards celebrate the exceptional businesses, organisations and individuals that are driving economic growth, innovation and positive change across Buckinghamshire.

Organised by Buckinghamshire Business First, the awards will culminate in a glittering ceremony at Aylesbury Waterside Theatre on 4 November 2026, hosted by Bucks Radio presenter Ben Moseby.

his year's awards attracted an outstanding number of high-quality entries, reflecting the strength, resilience and entrepreneurial spirit of Buckinghamshire's business community.

Lynsey Dunn, Chief Executive of Buckinghamshire Business First, said:

"The Buckinghamshire Business Awards continue to demonstrate the strength and diversity of the county's business community. Our judges were faced with some very difficult decisions as they reviewed businesses and leaders who are making a real difference to Buckinghamshire's economy, communities and future workforce."

The Buckinghamshire Business Awards 2026 Finalists are:

Apprentice & Young Person Employer of the Year sponsored by Bucks Skills Hub

• Code Ninjas
• JR Sports Group
• National Paralympic Heritage Trust

Business Leader of the Year sponsored by Dux Advisory

• Alex Vass, Independent Marketing Sciences
• Bonnie May, Global Infusion Group
• Martina Porter, All Spring Media

Community Champions of the Year sponsored by Chandler Garvey

• Horwood House Hotel
• Radley Aylesbury
• Seymour Taylor

Enterprising Business of the Year sponsored by BP Collins

• Medecon Healthcare
• Thrift Activity Farm
• Vikaso

Creative Business of the Year sponsored by Pinewood Studios

• All Spring Media
• Craft Buddy
• Sing Your Pain Away

Excellence in Customer Experience Award sponsored by Buckinghamshire Building Society

• Ashridge Home Care
• Hampton by Hilton High Wycombe
• Woodrow High House

Innovative Business of the Year sponsored by Buckinghamshire Council

• Chiltern Global
• Clean Event Services
• Independent Marketing Sciences

Growth Business of the Year sponsored by Richardsons Accountants

• Clean Event Services
• J&J Airflow
• Vikaso

Family Business of the Year sponsored by Buckinghamshire Business First

• 3 Way Displays
• Anya Consultancy
• Gibbs Gears

Winners will be revealed at the event in November, where more than 250 business leaders and guests will come together to celebrate the achievements of Buckinghamshire's thriving business community.

Paul Hayman, CEO, MA Group, said:

"Being named a finalist is a significant achievement given the exceptional competition, and on behalf of the sponsors, I would like to congratulate everyone who has been shortlisted. We look forward to celebrating their success and recognising the important contribution they make to Buckinghamshire's economy and communities."

The awards are proudly backed by Magicman, part of MA Group, as Headline Sponsor for 202, and further supported by a strong network of event, media and production partners including Bucks Radio, Barclays, Dawes Hill Vineyard, Evolution International, Your Print Solution, Thames Valley Construction Training Association and Horwood House Hotel.