{"id":2150188,"date":"2026-02-19T22:00:25","date_gmt":"2026-02-19T22:00:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thebusinessdesk.com\/yorkshire\/?p=2150188"},"modified":"2026-02-20T07:47:57","modified_gmt":"2026-02-20T07:47:57","slug":"winner-revealed-at-the-yorkshire-business-of-the-year-awards-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thebusinessdesk.com\/yorkshire\/news\/2150188-winner-revealed-at-the-yorkshire-business-of-the-year-awards-2026","title":{"rendered":"Winners revealed at the Yorkshire Business of the Year Awards 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"86\" data-end=\"235\">Andy Howarth, founder and CEO of Howarths Foundation, was named Yorkshire Ambassador of the Year at the 2026 Yorkshire Business of the Year Awards.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"237\" data-end=\"595\">Andy began his career as a police officer before founding a successful law firm, and he has since focused on transforming lives across Yorkshire. Through Howarths Foundation, he has created sustainable employment opportunities for people affected by homelessness and complex life challenges, restoring dignity and making a lasting impact across the region.<img decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-2147451 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thebusinessdesk.com\/_files\/images\/dec_25\/Yorkshire-Business-of-the-Year-Awards-headline-sponsors-1-119x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"149\" height=\"376\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Andy who speechless thanked his team and wife of 47 years.<\/p>\n<p>He said: &#8220;I&#8217;m very honoured, very humbled. The award is totally unexpected.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;I&#8217;m supported by an amazing team, particularly my beautiful wife, Helen, and my two sons, Gavin and Chris. The team do all the heavy lifting, I just navigate.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>Guest speaker was Razan Alsous, a founder of award winning cheese company, Dama Cheese. Based in Sowerby Bridge, West\u00a0Yorkshire, the company is famous for producing &#8220;Yorkshire Squeaky Cheese,&#8221; a high-quality, halloumi-style cheese made from local cow&#8217;s milk.<span class=\"uJ19be notranslate\" data-wiz-uids=\"nMwDHd_d,nMwDHd_e\" data-processed=\"true\"><span class=\"vKEkVd\" data-animation-atomic=\"\" data-wiz-attrbind=\"class=nMwDHd_c\/TKHnVd\" data-processed=\"true\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>The awards, which took place at New Dock Hall in Leeds, were hosted by radio and TV presenter Stephanie Hirst and supported by headline sponsors Knights, RBC Brewin Dolphin, Tudor International Freight, PwC and Verlingue. The event&#8217;s charity partner was Business Beats Cancer.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"53\" data-end=\"333\">Sheryl Moore, Yorkshire Editor at TheBusinessDesk.com, said: \u201cThe standard of entries this year was outstanding, with intense competition in every category. The judging process was thorough, and each entrant demonstrated the ambition and resilience that Yorkshire is renowned for.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"335\" data-end=\"508\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">\u201cMany congratulations to all of our winners and shortlisted businesses, and sincere thanks to our sponsors for their invaluable support in making the awards such a success.\u201d<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"335\" data-end=\"508\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-2150526 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thebusinessdesk.com\/_files\/images\/feb_26\/TP_08460-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"609\" height=\"406\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thebusinessdesk.com\/_files\/images\/feb_26\/TP_08460-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thebusinessdesk.com\/_files\/images\/feb_26\/TP_08460-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.thebusinessdesk.com\/_files\/images\/feb_26\/TP_08460-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thebusinessdesk.com\/_files\/images\/feb_26\/TP_08460-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.thebusinessdesk.com\/_files\/images\/feb_26\/TP_08460-200x133.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.thebusinessdesk.com\/_files\/images\/feb_26\/TP_08460-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.thebusinessdesk.com\/_files\/images\/feb_26\/TP_08460-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.thebusinessdesk.com\/_files\/images\/feb_26\/TP_08460.jpg 1890w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 609px) 100vw, 609px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><strong>The 2026 <\/strong><strong>Yorkshire Business of the Year Awards Winners<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h2><strong>Start-up<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Winner: AUDITSU<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>AUDITSU transforms accessibility compliance into a fast, automated, and legally robust process amid rising regulatory enforcement. Based in Leeds and one of just eight start-ups to secure \u00a3200,000 in PraeSeed backing, the company demonstrates exceptional innovation and strong investor confidence.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Shortlisted<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Bondville Model Village<br \/>\nIFF Talent<br \/>\nJiggle<br \/>\nLabskin<br \/>\nWaterhouse Widdop<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Sustainability<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Winner: D R Bailing Wire Manufacturer<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>D R Baling Wire exemplifies sustainability in action, transforming waste plastic into high-performance baling wire that significantly reduce carbon impact and support the circular economy.\u00a0 Based in Sheffield, its long-term commitment to innovation and environmental responsibility across the recycling sector makes them a standout sustainability leader.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Shortlisted<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Adler &amp; Allan<br \/>\nAmbion Heating<br \/>\nAW Hainsworth<br \/>\nFACER. Progressive Printed Packaging<br \/>\nNaughtOne<br \/>\nTechbuyer<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Community Impact<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Winner: Sarah Banks Coaching<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Sarah Banks Coaching demonstrates exceptional community impact by transforming lived experience into accessible, life-changing emotional support for people navigating infertility and menopause. Through free peer support, trusted clinical partnerships, and national advocacy, the business has reduced stigma, improved mental wellbeing, and embedded compassion into healthcare and workplace settings<\/p>\n<p><strong>Shortlisted<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Accu<br \/>\nBright Sparks Child Care<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebusinessdesk.com\/yorkshire\/business-profiles\/clarion\"><strong>Clarion<\/strong><\/a><br \/>\nFor Entrepreneurs Only<br \/>\nHerd Consulting<br \/>\nHigh Speed Training<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Innovation<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Winner: Labskin<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>York-based Labskin represents a step-change in skin science innovation, combining biologically realistic human skin models with living microbiome functionality in a way few competitors can match. Its rapid expansion of a differentiated product portfolio, ethical alternative to animal testing, and clear scientific vision make it a standout winner in innovation<\/p>\n<p><strong>Shortlisted<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Cognexo<br \/>\nGenio<br \/>\nNexus Rental<br \/>\nSimAnalytica<br \/>\nSuperNutrio<br \/>\nThink 360<\/p>\n<h2><strong>International Trade<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Winner: Aire Global<\/strong><br \/>\nAire Global is an outstanding example of international success from Yorkshire, exporting high-value technology and services to global FMCG brands while keeping jobs, expertise, and innovation firmly in Leeds. Its ability to compete against global agency giants through proprietary technology, automation, and a no-offshoring model makes it a deserved winner for international trade<\/p>\n<p><strong>Shortlisted<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Clearpoint Recycling<br \/>\nHela Brands<br \/>\nInternational Energy Products<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Property Business<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Winner: Ventrolla<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>This window restoration specialist combines traditional craftsmanship with modern innovation. From its Harrogate headquarters, Ventrolla is preserving heritage buildings nationwide through their unique restoration system, while training the next generation of skilled craftspeople through apprenticeships.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Shortlisted<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>2-Work Group<br \/>\nBritcon (UK)<br \/>\nBuilding Interiors<br \/>\nDudleys Consulting Engineers<br \/>\nThe Harris Partnership<br \/>\nTowndoor<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Investment<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h4><strong>Winner: Leeds Bradford Airport<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Leeds Bradford Airport exemplifies the transformative power of strategic investment, having delivered a major \u00a3100\u202fmillion terminal regeneration that is already enhancing passenger experience while unlocking significant economic growth for Yorkshire. Backed by strong private financing and a bold Vision\u202f2030 strategy, it is creating jobs, improving connectivity, and future\u2011proofing regional infrastructure with sustainability at its core.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Shortlisted<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Nexus Rental<\/p>\n<p>Slipstream Engineering Design<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Family Business<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Winner: <\/strong><strong>Econ Engineering<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Econ Engineering exemplifies a family-run business, combining over 55 years of innovation with strong leadership and community commitment. From pioneering the UK\u2019s first zero-emission gritter to creating local jobs and developing future engineering talent, their focus on sustainability, excellence, and people makes them Family Business of the Year.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Shortlisted<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Alfred Bagnall &amp; Sons<br \/>\nDrapers England<br \/>\nHowarths UK<br \/>\nMexi Bean Express<br \/>\nStephenson<br \/>\nSTEPS Rehabilitation<br \/>\nTrojan<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Employer<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Winner: Mansfield Pollard<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Mansfield Pollard has demonstrated exceptional commitment to its people, creating a workplace where well\u2011being, development and inclusion are central to its success. Their focus on fostering a supportive, collaborative culture \u2014 with meaningful opportunities for growth, strong employee engagement and initiatives that put staff first \u2014 sets a standard for modern employment.<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Shortlisted<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>1st Locate UK<br \/>\nAW Hainsworth<br \/>\nKeepmoat<br \/>\nProjex Solutions<br \/>\nRSM Group<br \/>\nSchofield Sweeney<\/p>\n<h2><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><strong>Small Business (up to 50 employees)<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Winner: Essential Healthcare Solutions<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Essential Healthcare Solutions has demonstrated exceptional growth, innovation, and impact within the healthcare sector. Through its commitment to delivering high-quality, reliable solutions, the company has improved patient care, supported healthcare providers, and shown resilience and leadership in a challenging industry, setting a benchmark for excellence in business.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Shortlisted<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Abbeydale Brewery<br \/>\nArt of Cloud<br \/>\nDesign Tonic<br \/>\nE3 Recruitment<br \/>\nTectonix Natural Stone<br \/>\nVoltco<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Medium Business (51-250 employees)<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Winner: B&amp;K Systems<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>As a leading company in high-quality floor and wall systems, B&amp;K Systems is a one-stop shop for the installation of large and small commercial and residential projects. With over 30 years\u2019 industry experience, sustained growth, and a reputation for innovation and client-focused delivery, the Leeds-based company consistently set high standard.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Shortlisted<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Answer Digital<br \/>\nAstonish<br \/>\nHela Brands<br \/>\nLincoln &amp; York<br \/>\nThe One Point<br \/>\nSmart Repairs<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Large Business (251+ employees)<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Winner: Keepmoat<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>This major Yorkshire housebuilder delivered over 4,000 homes last year while achieving carbon-neutral operations. With 1,200 employees and deep roots across the region, Doncaster-based Keepmoat is combining scale with genuine commitment to sustainability, community partnerships, and skills development.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Shortlisted<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Adler &amp; Allan<br \/>\nFMG<br \/>\nNG Bailey<br \/>\nPolypipe Building Products<br \/>\nYorkshire Garden Centres<br \/>\nZenith<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Fast Growth Business<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Winner: Design Tonic <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Design Tonic\u2019s rapid growth since 2019 is a testament to its clear vision, strong leadership, and consistent delivery of high-quality projects. Scaling from a two-person start-up to a 25-strong team while maintaining design excellence, client satisfaction, and operational control marks them out as a standout fast-growth business.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Shortlisted<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Banwait Group Holdings<br \/>\nC2 Events<br \/>\nConnectus Business Solutions<br \/>\nSuperNutrio<\/p>\n<h2><strong>CEO of the Year<img decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-2150527 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thebusinessdesk.com\/_files\/images\/feb_26\/TP_08465-200x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"168\" height=\"252\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thebusinessdesk.com\/_files\/images\/feb_26\/TP_08465-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.thebusinessdesk.com\/_files\/images\/feb_26\/TP_08465-300x450.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thebusinessdesk.com\/_files\/images\/feb_26\/TP_08465-500x750.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.thebusinessdesk.com\/_files\/images\/feb_26\/TP_08465.jpg 567w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 168px) 100vw, 168px\" \/><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Winner: Amanda McLaren 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