Congratulations to our UK final award winners
The full list of the UK final award winners can be found below
Congratulations to CCU International. This small business is a shining example of how small businesses are harnessing and driving innovation, technology and ecology to energise the UK’s economy and inspire the next generation. Well done, also, to all the category winners who have helped to demonstrate the diversity, creativity and tenacity of small businesses and the self-employed across the whole of the UK. It is through supporting small businesses that we’ll have a stronger economy.
Martin McTague OBE
FSB National Chair
UK Final Award Winners
Small Business of the Year 2024
Edinburgh, Scotland
CCU International (CCUI) is a pioneering startup revolutionising carbon capture with its next generation, proprietary technology that can not only capture but also refine carbon dioxide directly from industry chimney, flue, and exhaust stacks, and utilise the captured CO2 back into industry or convert to valued commodities like aggregates for construction material, sustainable aviation fuels and surfactants that go into household consumer products.
Micro Business Award
Builth Wells, Powys, Wales
9Trees was set up in 2019 to support the climate response, working towards economy, ecology, biodiversity, wellbeing and community. 9Trees works with landowners planting, maintaining and conserving native trees. 9Trees offer skills and experiences to volunteers and supporters who find outdoor environments beneficial for health and wellbeing.
Expansion and Growth Award
Oldham, North West
Technology Powered Services is a trusted infrastructure specialist. They are a rapidly growing business and fast becoming one of the leading providers of infrastructure, technology, break fix services, connectivity and sustainability solutions. Their mantra is to connect people and businesses together, optimising performance through expert consultancy, design, install and support services.
Innovation Award
Edinburgh, Scotland
CCU International (CCUI) is a pioneering startup revolutionising carbon capture with its next generation, proprietary technology that can not only capture but also refine carbon dioxide directly from industry chimney, flue, and exhaust stacks, and utilise the captured CO2 back into industry or convert to valued commodities like aggregates for construction material, sustainable aviation fuels and surfactants that go into household consumer products.
Sustainability Award
Chichester, South East
Stubcroft is an eco-friendly camping and caravan park focussing on great customer service putting long term sustainable and ethical policies at the heart of their business and becoming one of the UK’s leading eco-leisure businesses.
Franchise Business Award
Mid and East Lothian, Scotland
Mairi is the owner of Boogie Beat Music and Movement Edinburgh, Mid and East Lothian. With her team of three, they provide engaging music, movement classes and workshops in the community for families, schools, nurseries and for children’s Birthday parties. They also run Intergenerational workshops in care homes and day centres. Mairi has been running the business for just over one year having moved from being a Primary School teacher and in this first year she has grown Boogie Beats presence in her area significantly and already has big plans for year two!
Family Business Award
Nottingham, East Midlands
TEKshop is a small family-run business, that specialises in the refurbishment and resale of consumer electronics. Owner Tiva Eftekhar runs the business alongside his parents and sister. TEKshop grew from a bedroom business made up of entirely family to now six years later emerging as a thriving company of fourteen IT professionals, dealing with some of the biggest electronics distributors in the country.
Start-up Business Award
Deeside, Wales
HJH Commercial Consultants is a leader in Quantity Surveying and Project Management within the renewable energy, Utilities and Civil Engineering Sector. HJH Commercial Consultants has transformed from a modest start-up with a single employee to a thriving enterprise boasting a team of 20 dedicated team. Their journey is not just a story of growth; it's a testament to innovation, commitment, social values and the relentless pursuit of excellence in the commercial consulting and contracting arena.
Young Entrepreneur Award
Stowmarket, East of England
Samantha Cage and Ocala Healthcare support people with complex care needs and has quickly become a market leader in this space in Suffolk. Samantha Cage launched Ocala Healthcare in November 2017 and continued to grow the business, before being invited to operate as a Care Quality Commission provider by the Local Authority in August 2020. Having self-funded the business at launch Ocala Healthcare has delivered high turnover and growth alongside five star reviews.
Service Excellence Award
Colchester, East of England
Vanlife Conversions is based in Essex, and is founded by veteran Oli and Emily Arnold. They specialise in bespoke, off-grid campervans working with clients to design beautiful high-spec spaces tailored to their needs, enabling a lifestyle of freedom and adventure. The business works closely with our clients to understand their unique requirements, ensuring that the completed van not only meets but exceeds their expectations. Service excellence is embedded in the organisation in every process and customer interaction leading to a thriving business in the heart of the East of England.
Community Award
Widnes, North West
Nightstop Communities North-West CIC (NCNW) is a multi-award winning non-for-profit organisation embedded within its local community. They provide temporary emergency supported accommodation for up to 2 years, with properties spanning across Halton, Warrington, and the Liverpool City Region. They help to house individuals aged 18+ experiencing homelessness, or at risk of becoming so.
Diversity and Inclusion Award
Edinburgh, Scotland
Beyond Green is an award-winning team of sustainability advisors helping businesses make better choices by future-proofing their operations, protecting their profit margins, and building their values into their business. They deliver value to their clients by empowering them to make informed decisions about their environmental impacts and their journey to Net Zero, supported by Beyond Green’s technical expertise and inclusive approach to project delivery. They’re committed to making a positive difference, as evidenced by their certifications, memberships, and awards - like their B Corp status (recertified 2021), their Disability Confident Leader membership (2023), or their VIBES Good Practice Award (2021).
Self-employed / Freelancer Award
Stockton-on-Tees, North East
Trew Surveying was founded by Neil Trewick in 2022 and is a residential building surveying company. Based in Teesside they are now established as one of the most recognisable and reputable companies in the area gaining national recognition for their work and services. Alongside this success the business has continued to grow leading to an impressive business turnover in less than two years.
Headline partner
Tyl by NatWest is designed to help make it easier for customers to run their business. By combining technology and smart data-led insights, Tyl by NatWest helps SMEs make informed decisions to manage their businesses more successfully and gives them tools and insights to help them grow.