The countdown is well and truly on to the SME Bedfordshire Business Awards 2026, and the energy across our business community is growing every day.
With an incredible number of entries already received ahead of the closing date of March 13, it’s clear that Bedfordshire’s SMEs are ready to step into the spotlight, share their achievements, and be recognised for the impact they make across the local economy.
Bedfordshire Chamber of Commerce is proud to be working alongside our outstanding sponsors, whose support makes the awards possible and ensures they remain one of the most anticipated celebrations in the county’s business calendar.
Celebrating our 2026 sponsors
The SME Bedfordshire Business Awards simply wouldn’t be possible without the backing of our sponsors, and we are delighted to acknowledge every partner supporting this year’s programme.
Massive thanks to our Headline Sponsor, Essential Workwear (www.essentialworkwear.com), which has once again demonstrated a real commitment to championing local enterprise and ensuring businesses across Bedfordshire have the opportunity to shine.
We are grateful to our Platinum Sponsors – Aegis Support Services and Red Event Production – for helping bring the awards to life and supporting the opportunities they create for Bedfordshire businesses.
Our sincere thanks go to all our Gold Sponsors, who each play an important role in celebrating success across every sector: ADA Cosmetics, Bartham Group, Foxley Kingham, Greenwood Drones, Jaltek, Liebherr Group, Luton Rising, Resourceful People Group Ltd, RSP UK, Talk UK Telecom, The Bedford College Group, THSP, Wenta Business Support and Wrest Park Business Centre.
We would also like to acknowledge the support of our Print Sponsor, Treacle Factory, and our Media Partner, Business MK, and we are proud to be working alongside our Charity Partner, Kids in Action, adding an important community focus to the programme and supporting a cause that makes a genuine difference.
A brilliant response from SMEs
The number of entries received so far has been incredibly encouraging, reflecting the strength of our local business community and the fantastic range of organisations operating across Bedfordshire.
Whether entrants are long-established employers, ambitious start-ups, innovators, community champions or standout individuals, the quality of applications continues to raise the bar each year.
If you haven’t entered yet, do so soon as entries close on March 13. To those who have already submitted entries, well done. Putting yourself forward for an award takes time, effort and confidence, and every entry represents something worth celebrating. On behalf of Bedfordshire Chamber of Commerce, we would like to wish every single entrant the very best of luck.
Save the date
Excitement is now building towards the Awards Evening and the moment when our 2026 finalists are officially announced.
The SME Bedfordshire Business Awards 2026 Grand Final takes place on Thursday June 18 at The Marquee, Bedford with a drinks reception from 6.30pm and the evening concluding at approximately 11pm.
We encourage businesses, supporters, colleagues and friends to book tickets as early as possible, as the awards evening is always a highlight of the year – bringing together the very best of Bedfordshire business for an unforgettable celebration of achievement, inspiration and community.
It’s a fantastic opportunity to celebrate with colleagues, entertain clients, and network with some of the county’s most inspiring organisations, all while recognising the achievements of Bedfordshire’s SME community.
Book Early Bird tickets at the link here.
For further information about the awards or becoming a Bedfordshire Chamber of Commerce member, call the friendly team on 01582 522448, or visit the website here.
Justin Richardson – CEO – Bedfordshire Chamber of Commerce
