1066 Business Awards celebrate excellence in 2025
The highly anticipated 1066 Business Awards are back for 2025, promising to shine a spotlight on the exceptional businesses that make Hastings and Rother thrive.
This prestigious event celebrates innovation, resilience, and excellence across a wide range of industries, and it’s so easy to participate – entry is completely free, and submissions are now open!
The 1066 Business Awards returned to the local business calendar in 2024, recognising organisations and individuals who go above and beyond in their contributions to the community. From start-ups and family-run enterprises to established industry leaders, the awards offer a platform to celebrate the breadth of talent and innovation in the region.
Hosted by social enterprise and business support organisation Let’s Do Business Group and headlined sponsored by marketing agency Fresh Online, the 2025 awards categories have been designed to reflect the diversity of the local business landscape, including:
Business of the Year – Sponsored by FreshOnline: A company that has demonstrated exceptional performance, innovation, and impact within its industry and community.
Best New Business: Celebrating entrepreneurial brilliance and innovation among start-ups less than two years old.
Lone Ranger: Recognizing the resilience and determination of self-employed individuals, freelancers, and entrepreneurs who blaze their own trails.
Growth Champion – Sponsored by Lloyds Bank: Paying tribute to businesses that have demonstrated exceptional expansion and sustained success.
Community Spirit – Sponsored by Lightning Fibre: Honouring individuals and organizations dedicated to making a positive impact on their communities.
New Directions – Sponsored by Hastings Independent: Recognising businesses that have successfully navigated change through innovation and strategic adaptation.
People First – Sponsored by Kiley’s Karpets: Celebrating employers who prioritize the wellbeing and professional growth of their workforce.
Future Leader: Highlighting emerging talents under 35 who demonstrate exceptional leadership qualities.
Extra Mile – Sponsored by Only Lifts: Honouring businesses that deliver unparalleled service excellence and set the standard for customer satisfaction.
Sustainability Champion – Sponsored by AAK BD Foods: An accolade designed to recognise an organisation that has shown unparalleled leadership and commitment to sustainability.
How to Enter
Submitting an entry is simple and free. All you have to do is visit the official Let’s Do Business website to complete the application form. Entries close on 3 March 2025 so don’t miss out on this chance to highlight your achievements.
Save the Date
The winners will be announced at a business lunch on 5 June 2025 at Bannatynes Hotel, Hastings where finalists will gather to celebrate the exceptional contributions of the 1066 business community and hear from Gold Medallist Rower Emily Butler.
For more information, including entry guidelines please contact [email protected].
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