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Could 2026 Be Your Award-Winning Year?

5th August 2026

 

Every business has a story. Maybe you’ve grown despite challenging conditions. Perhaps you’ve launched an exciting new product, invested in your people, supported your local community or simply delivered exceptional service to your customers day after day. Whatever your success looks like, now is the time to celebrate it.

Surrey Chambers of Commerce is proud to be a Gold Sponsor of the 2026 SME Surrey Business Awards, recognising the outstanding businesses, entrepreneurs and organisations that help make Surrey’s business community one of the strongest in the UK.

With more than 20 award categories, there’s something for businesses of every size and sector. Categories include Best New Business, Business Innovation, Employer of the Year, Sustainability Award, Service Excellence, High Growth Business, Family Business of the Year, Community Business of the Year and many more.

Winning an award is about much more than taking home a trophy. Entering gives you the opportunity to reflect on everything your business has achieved, recognise the hard work of your team and gain valuable exposure. Being shortlisted can raise your profile with customers, suppliers and future employees, while also providing independent recognition of your success.

Not sure if you’re “award-worthy”? You’d be surprised how many businesses feel exactly the same. Often, the organisations making the biggest impact are too busy focusing on their customers to stop and celebrate what they’ve accomplished.

If you’ve:

  • Introduced something new
    Invested in your people
  • Delivered exceptional customer service
    Grown your business
  • Made a positive difference in your community
    Overcome challenges
  • Built a fantastic team

…then you already have a story worth telling.

As a Gold Sponsor, Surrey Chambers is delighted to support an event that celebrates the resilience, ambition and innovation of businesses across our county. Every year we’re inspired by the quality of the entries, and we know 2026 will be no exception.

Entries close on Monday 1 September, so don’t leave it until the last minute. Choose the category that best reflects your achievements and give your business the recognition it deserves: Award Categories | Events & PR

Good luck to everyone entering. We look forward to celebrating Surrey’s business success together.