The Small Awards

Could YOU be our next ‘Bricks and Clicks’ award winner? This fantastic award celebrates businesses that use multiple channels with innovation and skill to develop their business! Applying is completely FREE and deadline is midnight 28th February 2025. For more information on all of the categories available and to apply please visit: https://thesmallawards.uk/ Image description: The Small Awards, Bricks and Clicks, Best multi-channel small business

Did you receive a new laptop, tablet or computer for Christmas? Why not donate your old devices to our 'Mission Possible' 2021 shortlisted business Wiltshire Digital Drive and help more people in Wiltshire get online! Wiltshire Digital Drive is a Community Interest Company on a mission to fix the digital divide by 2030 while tackling the UK’s growing e-waste problem. This inspirational small business refurbishes, recycles and redistributes laptops free of charge. By doing so, they enable education, reduce isolation and support community wealth in Wiltshire and beyond. Wiltshire Digital Drive work alongside schools, charities, organisations and council services across Wiltshire and the Southwest to connect devices with those that need it most. 💻 Find out more and donate: https://ow.ly/ggW550UBIW6 🐝 Don't have tech to donate? You can sponsor the refurbishment of a laptop and #BeeTheDifference: https://ow.ly/l4vA50UBIW4 Image description: Liz from Wiltshire Centre for Independent Living is pictured collecting a laptop from Wiltshire Digital Drive. Liz is smiling at the camera and holding a large box, while standing in an office with promotional banners in the background. One banner features the Wiltshire Digital Drive logo with a bee symbol, and another reads 'Naturally Social - Upgrade your social.'

Could YOU be crowned our ‘New Kid on the Block’ award winner 2025? This award is for businesses less than 18 months old that have demonstrated considerable growth and development. The award is looking for innovative and inspiring new businesses that will be seen as role models for other new businesses! Entering is completely FREE and deadline is midnight 28th February 2025. To apply for an award please visit: https://thesmallawards.uk/ Image description: The Small Awards, New kid on the block, Best business start-up (less than 18 months)

Complete The Lilac Review UK's survey for disabled entrepreneurs and you could win one of two £250 prizes. The Lilac Review, spearheaded by Small Business Britain, is a government backed review tackling the inequality faced by disabled founders and aiming to improve entrepreneurial opportunity across the UK. If this applies to you, The Lilac Review invite you to share your experiences and thoughts with them. They want to understand how disability has impacted your entrepreneurial path, both positively and negatively, and what you want for the future. This survey is part of an initiative to identify areas for improvement and change the conversation around disability in entrepreneurship. Your insights will contribute to a comprehensive report from The Lilac Review, set for release in May 2025. Your input will help us advocate for better support and inclusivity. Everyone who completes the survey will be entered into a prize draw to win one of two £250 prizes. Please only complete the survey if you are a disabled entrepreneur in the UK. Complete the survey: https://lnkd.in/eFswVNvu Image description: Illustration of a person filling out a large clipboard checklist, surrounded by abstract circular and cross shapes. Below, the text reads 'Survey for Disabled Entrepreneurs' in bold blue letters.

The ‘Legacy’ award recognises the unique challenges and strengths of family run businesses. If your business demonstrates involvement and contribution from family members as well as business success over time then you could be our next award winner! Applying is completely FREE and the deadline is midnight 28th February 2025: https://thesmallawards.uk/ Image description: The Small Awards, Legacy Award, Best family business

A shout out to our 'Bricks & Clicks' 2023 shortlisted business Jo Macfarlane Luxury Candles, who teaches candle making with high-end quality vegan ingredients! Alongside in-person workshops and online candle making courses, Jo also helps people around the world start and scale their candle making from hobby to business. 🕯️ Find out more and book your place: https://lnkd.in/dhTJ9dg Image description: Four attendees at Jo Macfarlane's luxury candle workshop pictured holding their handcrafted candles. They are wearing aprons with the Jo Macfarlane logo and smiling for the camera, standing in a row in a workshop.

The ‘Sole to Sole’ award celebrates the tenacity and courage it takes to go it alone. This award is for sole traders who demonstrate progression, contribution to their community & have ambition for the future. Entering is completely FREE, simply apply before midnight 28th February 2025. To be in it to win it, check out our website! https://thesmallawards.uk/ Image description: The Small Awards, Sole to Sole, Best self employed business owner

A shout out to our incredible 'New Kid on the Block' 2020 award winner A wee pedal, who are included in easyJet Traveller Magazine's ‘54 hours in Edinburgh’ feature! A Wee Pedal is an award-winning Edinburgh family business, who offer cycle tours for visitors and locals in and around Edinburgh. 🚴 Find out more and book your tour: https://aweepedal.com/ Image description: The founders of A Wee Pedal are pictured smiling and seated on an easyJet flight, displaying an open easyJet Traveller magazine featuring their small business. Leanne Farmer is holding the magazine page that shows a piece about their bicycle tours in Edinburgh.

Is your business the heart of your community? Our ‘Heart of Gold’ award recognises small businesses that work with their community to achieve great things. Entering is completely FREE and deadline is midnight 28th February 2025. To nominate your business for this exclusive award, pop over to our website! https://thesmallawards.uk Image description: Small Awards, Heart of Gold, The business that contributes most to their community.

A big New Year shout out to our 'Heart of Gold' 2023 winner Plateful Cafe, a wonderful community venue that connects refugees and local people through a shared love of good food! All food at Plateful Café is cooked and prepared by refugee chefs, who bring authentic recipes from Syria, Sri Lanka, Iran, Ecuador and more. Nestled in the heart of London between Lewisham and Greenwich, Plateful Café is also a charity providing essential hospitality training and job opportunities, facilitating local refugees' integration and success in the city. The café also offers a range of catering services, from an intimate home cooking experience to corporate events and parties. Founded by Iolanda Chirico, Plateful Café is an inspiring example of how an inclusive hub within the community can boost local well-being, encourage kindness and transform people’s lives. 🥘 Find out more: https://lnkd.in/ey5NBvKy Want to support Plateful Café but are not local to the area? You can still make a difference! 🎁 Make a donation online here: https://lnkd.in/enDfS_e2 🍲 Shop for food and gifts here: https://lnkd.in/ejcc4ZFN Image description: Two white bowls filled with mixed greens, grilled chicken pieces, watermelon cubes, blackberries, and a sprinkling of feta cheese. Accompanied by a side of creamy dressing, the plates are set against a rustic tabletop.