The Cardiff Business Awards is calling on businesses across the capital to put themselves forward for recognition, with just four weeks remaining until entries close on September 11 2026.
Taking place on 13th November 2026 at the Holland House Hotel, the Cardiff Business Awards will once again bring together businesses, entrepreneurs and leaders from across the city to celebrate the achievements and successes driving Cardiff's thriving business community.
Over the past 12 years the Awards have grown into one of the capital's most prestigious business events, recognising businesses across a diverse range of industries and celebrating the people behind their success.
Leader of Cardiff Council, Cllr Chris Weaver, said:
“Cardiff's entrepreneurs and business leaders have shown remarkable determination, adaptability and optimism. Their willingness to innovate, invest and seize new opportunities gives us confidence in the city's future. The Cardiff Business Awards provide an opportunity for us all to celebrate the individuals and organisations whose achievements are helping to shape Cardiff's next chapter.”
Returning as headline sponsor for 2026, Go.Compare continues to support the Cardiff Business Awards.
Ceri McMillan, Senior Vice-President of Go.Compare, said:
” Cardiff has supported Go.Compare over many years, and this is one way we can give back by championing local talent, recognising success and helping to raise the profile of businesses across the city on a long-term basis.
“Awards are a brilliant platform to celebrate hard work, share success and gain recognition among peers, customers and the wider community. Whether a business is well established or just starting out, the awards are an opportunity to be seen, supported and celebrated.”
Liz Brookes, Founder of the Cardiff Business Awards and Director of Grapevine Event Management, said:
“”We have already received an excellent number of entries this year. It is fantastic to see the strength and diversity of businesses across Cardiff coming forward to share their achievements. With just four weeks remaining, I would encourage any business that is considering entering to take the opportunity and put themselves forward. There is still time to enter, and we would love to see even more businesses from across the city represented in this year's Awards.”
The Cardiff Business Awards 2026 categories will cover a broad spectrum of industries, ensuring that all aspects of the business community are represented and celebrated.
The full list of categories available to enter are:
Construction Business of the Year
Creative Business of the Year
Digital Business of the Year
Employer of the Year
Entrepreneur of the Year
Family Business of the Year
Financial and Professional Service Business of the Year
Green Business of the Year
Innovation Business of the Year
International Business of the Year
Leisure, Hospitality Business of the Year
Manufacturing Business of the Year
Retail Business of the Year
SME of the Year
Start-Up Business of the Year
Technology Business of the Year
Third Sector Organisation of the Year
Young Business Person of the Year
Entries can be submitted via the Cardiff Business Awards website: http://cardiffbusinessawards.com/
Other returning sponsors are Landsec, Cardiff Metropolitan University, Premier Asset Finance and Meet in Cardiff. JCP Solicitors, Rolls-Royce and Veezu as new sponsors for this year's Awards.
Sponsorship opportunities are still available. For more information on becoming a sponsor of the 2026 Cardiff Business Awards please visit the website for details. https://cardiffbusinessawards.com/
