

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?
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Join us as we celebrate their success at the glittering awards ceremony.
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Discover who will take home the trophies on the night.
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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
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
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
Green Business of the Year
Micro Business of the Year
Self-Employed Business Person of the Year
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.