Rising Star Award

The Rising Star Award aims to celebrate and support the city’s newest businesses. Entrants to this award must have been trading for a maximum period of three years. Alongside a real passion for the business, a strong plan and forecasts for growth will be essential.

The judges will be looking for:

  • Passion for the product or service
  • Demonstration of innovation and leadership
  • Potential for growth

2023 Winner: Peter James White Electrical
2023 Runner-up: Bunch Floral Design

2019 Winner: The Salford Rum Company
2019 Runner-up: Graystone Action Sports

2017 Winner: MyManu
2017 Runner-up: Vintage Ambience

2016 Winner: Zeal Creative
2016 Runner-up: Unit 10 Eventive

2015 Winner: Ladybird Private Day Nurseries
2015 Runner-up: Training Qualifications UK

2014 Winner: KeepItUsable
2014 Runner-up: Wink Nudge

2013 Winner: Yippee Entertainment
2013 Runner-up: Mediable