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The Doncaster Business Awards Returns for 2025!

The wait is over – the Doncaster Business Awards 2025 finalists have officially been revealed!

From inspiring start-ups to powerhouse organisations, these businesses and individuals represent the very best of Doncaster’s talent, innovation, and community spirit. After a record-breaking number of entries, our expert judges have carefully selected the finalists who stood out for their drive, creativity, and impact.

This is Doncaster’s biggest night of the year – and our finalists are at the heart of it.

What’s Next?

  • Join us as we celebrate their success at the glittering awards ceremony.

  • Discover who will take home the trophies on the night.

  • Be part of the energy, excitement, and recognition that makes the Doncaster Business Awards the most prestigious event in the region.

Let’s raise a glass to our incredible finalists – the ones shaping Doncaster’s future!

Meet Your 2025 Finalists

Apprentice of the Year

Sponsored by Polypipe Building Products

Finalists

Josh Wood - Go Green

Nicola McKinley - DN Colleges Group

Callum Sables - Doncaster Racecourse & Exhibition Centre 

Michael Fearn - Kingswood Allotts Ltd 

Ava Laverick - St Leger Homes of Doncaster Ltd

Lilly Beaumont - Venatu Recruitment Group

 

Business Person of the Year

Sponsored by Hesley Group

Finalists

Mark Taylor - Automated Analytics 

Rebecca Thompson - Dolphin ICT Ltd

Essjay Hartshorn - Essjay

Jason Mace - Gala Technology 

Luke Beardall - CIOB Academy

James Chambers - Plant-Fit Group Ltd

Enter the Awards

Are you proud of your team’s achievements? Do you have a success story that deserves recognition?

Entering the Doncaster Business Awards is a powerful way to showcase your excellence to a wider audience.

The awards are open to Doncaster Chamber members and non-members.

Attend the Ceremony

Join over 900 business leaders, influencers, and decision-makers on Thursday, 11th December 2025 for an unforgettable night of celebration, inspiration, and networking.

The awards ceremony is a black-tie event filled with live entertainment, a luxurious dinner, and the opportunity to connect with some of the region's most dynamic companies.

Sponsor an Award

Want to position your business alongside excellence and innovation?

A key date in the Doncaster business calendar; the Doncaster Business Awards attracts over 900 business leaders and key stakeholders and offers unrivalled sponsorship opportunities for maximum brand exposure throughout an 8 month long marketing campaign.

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