Safeseal Roofing Back the Best of Wigan’s Manufacturing and Engineering. 

Image shows the team at Safeseal Roofing stood with Wigan Business Awards organiser Nichola Howard

Wigan Business Awards are proud to welcome Safeseal Roofing as a sponsor supporting the Manufacturing & Engineering Business of the Year category.  Based in Ince, Safeseal Roofing are a family-run business led by husband-and-wife team Ben and Kat Craven.  Built on solid foundations the team at Safeseal are grafters who don’t shy away from hard work […]

Abtec Managed IT Backs Professional Services Businesses at Wigan Business Awards 2025 

Wigan Business Awards organiser Nichola Howard with Phillip Millward and the Abtec team

We’re proud to welcome Abtec Managed IT as the latest sponsor for the 2025 Wigan Business Awards.  This year, Abtec are supporting the Professional Services category, one that recognises the firms behind the scenes keeping Wigan’s businesses moving.  Local IT Support. National Standards.  Based in Hindley Green, Abtec Managed IT specialise in delivering market-leading IT services and […]

Intersect Steps In to Sponsor Wigan Business Awards 2025 Winners Celebration Event 

Wigan Business Awards Organiser Nichola Howard with Sue

We’re delighted to announce Intersect as the official sponsor of our Wigan Business Awards Winners Event. The event will be taking place on Thursday, 15th January 2026, following the 2025 ceremony.  Led by local business owner Sue Johnson, Intersect is a values-driven IT company known for delivering smart, honest tech solutions with a people-first approach.   […]

Varty’s Return to Sponsor Wigan Business Awards Best New Business 

Image shows two black horses dressed up ready to draw the carriage for Wigan Business awards sponsors Vartys Funeral Directors

We’re delighted to welcome Varty’s Funeral Directors back as a sponsor for the Wigan Business Awards 2025. Once again they’re backing the Best New Business category.  The 3rd generation family-run business, deeply rooted in the borough, continues to show support for local enterprise, proving that tradition and innovation can go hand in hand.  After a […]

Benchmark IT Joins Wigan Business Awards as Official Bag Sponsor 

Wigan Business Awards Goodie Bag Sponsors Benchmark IT staff with Nichola Howard

We’re delighted to welcome Benchmark IT as our official bag sponsor for the 2025 Wigan Business Awards.  Based in Wigan, Benchmark IT is driven by Company Director Emma Napier.   Benchmark are information technologists supporting the education and business sectors through strategic advice, process improvement, and technology solutions with value for money in mind.  Their focus […]

Top Tips for Wigan Business Awards Finalists Preparing for Interviews 

Image shows Wigan Business Awards Shortlisting panel

Being named a 2025 Wigan Business Awards Finalist is a huge achievement. The next step is your judging interview, held on Zoom next week.   You have one chance to impress the panel, so preparation is key.   Here are our top tips to help you shine.  1. Nail Your Tech Check Download Zoom in advance if […]

What Happens Next? The Wigan Business Awards Judging Process Explained 

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So, you’ve been named a Wigan Business Awards 2025 finalist, congratulations!   That’s already a huge achievement. But what happens next? Here’s a simple guide to help you prepare for the judging process.  Step 1: The Interview Invitation  Each finalist will be invited to attend a judging interview on Zoom over the coming weeks.  You’ll […]

Meet the 2025 Wigan Business Awards Finalists  

Image shows Wigan Business Awards Organisers from Right to Left Nichola Howard, Jo Leigh, Phil Paramore and Jayne Shufflebotham stood in front of branded banners

The wait is over! We are proud to announce the Wigan Business Awards 2025 finalists.  This year has smashed records.   More businesses than ever applied, with a 71% increase on 2024 and the standard was outstanding.   From family firms to start-ups, large employers to community champions, the shortlist celebrates the very best of Wigan […]

Structures Group Supports Wigan Business Awards as Proud Print Sponsor

Wigan Business Awards Print Sponsors WJ Structures stood in front of their vans with Wigan Business Awards Organiser Nichola Howard

We’re delighted to welcome Structures Group as one of our print sponsors for the 2025 Wigan Business Awards! Family run, with a specialist focus, WJ Structures (part of Structures Group) is passionate about preserving structural heritage across the UK. Their work in restoration and conservation plays a vital role in protecting historic buildings, monuments and […]