The finalists for the Torfaen, Monmouthshire & Blaenau Gwent Business Awards 2025 have been announced, celebrating the outstanding achievements of businesses and entrepreneurs across the three counties.
Following the success of the awards in their first two years, this year sees Blaenau Gwent join the line-up.
Organised by Grapevine Event Management, the awards celebrate the vibrant and thriving business communities of Torfaen, Monmouthshire and Blaenau Gwent, providing an opportunity to recognise the dedication, innovation, and achievements of local businesses over the past 12 months. With a record number of entries received, the judges have carefully reviewed each submission to determine the shortlist.
Liz Brookes, Founder of the Awards and Director of Grapevine Event Management, said:
“We are delighted to see some returning businesses from last year hoping to retain their titles, alongside a fantastic range of new entrants, including an exciting array of Blaenau Gwent businesses joining us for the first time. In the current economic climate, it’s more important than ever for us to come together as a business community and recognise the hard work and dedication of everyone contributing to the driving force behind our local economies and these awards give us the perfect opportunity to do just that.”
A total of 50 finalists have been shortlisted across 14 categories. They will now be invited to attend a panel interview, with the winners set to be announced at a black-tie awards ceremony on 27th November 2025 at The Parkway Hotel. Guests can look forward to an evening of celebration, entertainment, and networking as the region’s business community comes together to honour outstanding achievement.
The finalists for Torfaen, Monmouthshire & Blaenau Gwent Business Awards are:
Creative & Digital Business of the Year
- The Media Agency
- Steffi Andrews Photography
- Games Alchemist
- Alliance Agency
Employer of the Year
- Quote Detective
- Diack Ltd
- Blackwood Engineering
- Halton Wales MEI
Entrepreneur of the Year
- Ellie Tyler, Tyler Aromatherapy
- Samantha Fitz-Symonds, Accessible Futures Group
- Matthew Davies, The Social Work Way
- Tobias Johnson, Games Alchemist
Financial & Professional Service Business of the Year
- Hughes Isaac & C
- Kairos-K
- Wealth Doctor Financial Planning
Green Business of the Year
- Honest Love Our Planet
- SNOAP
- Siltbuster
Innovation & Technology Business of the Year
- AIMAITES
- Amotio
- Airbond
- Accessibility Enterprise
International Business of the Year
- The Insurgo Group (Insurgo Media)
- Blackwood Engineering
- Airbond
Manufacturing Business of the Year
- M&J Europ
- Volcke Aerosol UK
- Halton Wales MEI
- J C Moulding
Micro Business of the Year
- SHAPE MSP
- Powell Bespoke Interiors
- Shampooch Dog Spa
- ALP Synergy
Retail Business of the Year
- The Boat House Gift Shop and Gallery
- Welsh General Store
- Wood U Believe It
- Paws Pets Monmouth
Rural Business of the Year
- Roundhouse Farm
- Rockfield Glamping
- Tumptonics
SME of the Year
- SNOAP
- Clam's Handmade Cakes
- Waldron Commercials
- Peter Jones (ILG)
Start-Up Business of the Year
- Neetha’s Kitchen
- Kilted Dragon Distillery
- Direct2Ai
- Breaking Change
Third Sector Organisation of the Year
- Session Recall CIC
- Cyfannol Women’s Aid
- Hope GB
Tourism & Hospitality Business of the Year
- Rockfield Glamping
- The Dugout Café Bar
- Parkway Hotel & Spa
- Wonder Cinema
Young Business Person of the Year
Danielle Scott, Diversity Skin & Beauty Studio
Luke Shepard, Luke Shephard Funeral Directors
Joshua Thomas-Parr, South Wales Garages
The awards are also being supported and sponsored by: Mamhilad Park Estate, Torfaen County Council, Monmouthshire County Council, Blaenau Gwent County Council, Evermore, Stills and Cleartech Live.
Business News Wales is also supporting the Torfaen, Monmouthshire and Blaenau Gwent Business Awards as its media partner. Sponsorship opportunities are available.
Tickets are now on sale for the Torfaen, Monmouthshire and Blaenau Gwent Business Awards here.
