Founders, main sponsors and organisers, CN Chartered Accountants, have announced the shortlist for the 2026 Stockport Business Awards. Over 100 entries across the 13 categories were received for this year’s awards and the judging took place on Friday, 24th July.
The judging panel consisted of representatives from founders & organisers CN Chartered Accountants, headline sponsors, Gorvins Solicitors and Robinsons Brewery, representatives from Stockport Borough Council and design partner, Platform 81.
Andrew Baggott, Managing Partner of CN Chartered Accountants, commented “Selecting the finalists for each award category is never an easy task, with so many outstanding businesses entering each year. The consistently high standard and diversity of entries demonstrate the strength, innovation and success of businesses across the borough. We look forward to welcoming the Stockport business community to Royal Nawaab Pyramid on the 8th October for what promises to be another fantastic evening of celebration and recognition”.
The 2026 shortlist is:
Business of the Year (£10m+ Turnover) – Sponsored by CN Chartered Accountants
- Mini Gears
- TMT Commercial Contractors
- Adana Construction
Business of the Year (£5m – £10m Turnover) – Sponsored by Gorvins Solicitors
- Plaster Plus Interiors
- Almond Family Pubs
- Seda Pharma Development Services
Business of the Year (£1m to £5m Turnover) – Sponsored by HSBC
- Crystal Clear Media
- Firstplay Dietary Foods
- Cheadle Hulme Dental and Cosmetics
Business of the Year (Upto £1m Turnover) – Open for Sponsorship: email [email protected] for sponsorship opportunities and benefits
- Bauhaus Blinds
- A Beautiful Sign
- Benchmark Gym
Most Promising Young Business – Sponsored by Stockport Council & Stockport Economic Alliance
- Eleanor Grace Dance
- Trademark Property Solutions
- Sonovo
Employer of the Year – Sponsored by Stockport College
- Almond Family Pubs
- TMT Commercial Contractors
- McCrory Construction
Family Business of the Year – Sponsored by CN Strategic Advisors
- Almond Family Pubs
- Firstplay Dietary Foods
- Coffee Block
Best Creative / Digital Award – Sponsored by Platform81
- A Beautiful Sign
- Crystal Clear Media
- Cleartwo
Best Not-For-Profit Organisation – Open for Sponsorship: email [email protected] for sponsorship opportunities and benefits
- Self Care Creatives
- Stockport Advocacy
- OmniMusic
The Corporate Social Responsibility Award – Sponsored by: Marketing Stockport
- TMT Commercial Contractors
- Merseyway Shopping Centre
- McCrory Construction
The Innovation Award – Sponsored by: CN Financial Planners
- Cheadle Hulme Dental and Cosmetics
- The Agricultural and Rural Centre CIC
- Firstplay Dietary Foods
Hospitality, Leisure & Retail Business of The Year Award – Sponsored by: Robinsons Brewery
- Broadstone Mill Shopping Outlet
- Coffee Block
- Almond Family Pubs
The Stockport Award – Open for Sponsorship: email l[email protected] for sponsorship opportunities and benefits
- The Vernon Building Society
- Stockport Advocacy
- Benchmark Gym
Award Winners Announcements & Celebration Dinner
The winners will be announced at an awards dinner which will take place on Thursday 8th October at the exclusive event floor of The Pyramid Kings Valley, Yew Street, Stockport SK4 2JU.
Tickets are now open and on sale to the public, everyone is welcome to join us in celebrating the success of the local business community, network with fellow organisations and enjoy an unforgettable evening of recognition, entertainment and celebration.
You can reserve your tickets by emailing [email protected] or call 0161 495 4700
Charity Partner & Raffle Donations
Each year, as well as celebrating the best in business in Stockport, the awards also routinely raise much-needed funds for local causes, and this year will be supporting Stockport-based charity, Signpost for Carers.
If any businesses or individuals would like to donate a prize for the raffle that will take place during the awards celebration on 8th October, please contact [email protected]. Your donations are very much appreciated and we will acknowledge and reference your business for the kind contribution.
Local DAB station, Strawberry Radio will also return as media partner for the event.
For more information and regular updates visit the www.stockportbusinessawards.co.uk and follow on Facebook, Instagram and Linkedin (#SBA2026).
For any other queries please contact: [email protected]
