Welsh investment and philanthropic organisation MASANAS has been announced as a Platinum Sponsor of the Elite Business Top 100 (EB100) 2027, the UK's definitive ranking celebrating the country's most exceptional SMEs.
Now in its fifth year, the Elite Business Top 100 recognises businesses that demonstrate outstanding leadership, innovation, resilience and long-term vision. The annual ranking shines a spotlight on the entrepreneurs and organisations driving growth across the UK's SME community.
The official Top 100 ranking will be revealed in early 2027 and published in the annual Elite Business Top 100 Guide. The year's achievements will culminate in a prestigious awards ceremony, where the Top 100 businesses will be celebrated and additional category winners crowned.
The independent judging panel, made up of respected business leaders and industry experts, will assess entries across a range of criteria, including innovation, growth, leadership, employee wellbeing, community impact and future ambition.
For MASANAS, the partnership is a natural fit with its work supporting ambitious people and growing businesses. Through investment, strategic support and its wider network, MASANAS works with entrepreneurs at different stages of their journey and sees first-hand the work, resilience and determination that goes into building a successful business.
Scott English, Founder of the EB100 Awards, said:
“Every year we're blown away by the quality of businesses that enter the EB100. There are so many SMEs doing incredible things, and these awards are about giving them the recognition they deserve. Whether you're an established business or entering for the first time, I'd encourage you to put yourself forward. We're also delighted to welcome MASANAS as a Platinum Sponsor and look forward to celebrating another fantastic year for UK business together.”
Mark Sweeny, Founder and Chief Executive of MASANAS, has a long-standing connection with the Elite Business Awards and the EB100. An award-winning Welsh technology business he founded was previously recognised among the UK's top 10 SMEs in the EB100 for two consecutive years. Mark was also honoured at the 2026 Elite Business Awards, winning the Vistage UK Leadership of the Year category.
Mark Sweeny said:
“I've seen first-hand what recognition like this can mean to a company and the people behind it. Building something successful takes hard work, resilience and a willingness to keep learning and adapting. There are so many businesses doing great things that don't always get the recognition they deserve.
“That's what makes the EB100 such a good fit for MASANAS. We're proud to be a Platinum Sponsor and to play a part in recognising and celebrating what SMEs are achieving.”
Both established businesses and first-time entrants are encouraged to apply for the opportunity to join one of the UK's most respected SME rankings. Being named in the Elite Business Top 100 offers national recognition, extensive publicity, valuable networking opportunities and lifelong membership of the growing EB100 Alumni community.
Businesses can submit their entries for the Elite Business Top 100 2027 by visiting here.
