The Snug Returns to the Wigan Business Awards as 2026 Entertainment Sponsor 

Five women posing with drinks at the Wigan Business Awards, standing beneath a navy and gold balloon display with the event's sponsor boards in the background.

Some businesses become part of the Wigan Business Awards in more ways than one.  They enter. They win, then come back and support other businesses.  And, somewhere along the way, they become part of the wider Awards community.  The Snug Coffee House is definitely one of those businesses.  After being involved with the Wigan Business […]

First Drink’s on Intersect & CyberAssistGo 

Two women smile for a selfie at the 2026 Wigan Business Awards Winners’ Event, sponsored by Intersect Cyber Security. The event venue features blue balloons, celebratory decorations and an illuminated awards sign.

This year, the red carpet is having a bit of a rebrand.  Because Intersect Cyber & IT is sponsoring our welcome drinks with their soon to be launched CyberAssistGo.  Guests will be arriving on a very much on brand blue carpet instead,  As our guests come through the doors, they’ll be welcomed with a Mimosa […]

Finalists Assemble: Wigan Business Awards 2026 Finalists Come Together at The Edge 

A large group of Wigan Business Awards 2026 finalists pose for a group photograph at a networking event. The group holds finalist certificates and awards in front of a stage backdrop reading “Welcome Finalists,” with blue and gold balloons, promotional banners and event signage.

We’re at the point in the Wigan Business Awards calendar when everything starts to feel real.  Last Thursday, we brought this year’s finalists together at The Edge for a relaxed networking event, sponsored by previous Wigan Business Awards winners Lowton Creative Workwear and Merchandise.  The idea is pretty simple.   Give people a chance to meet […]

DASCO Returns as People’s Choice Sponsor for the Wigan Business Awards 2026 

A group of three people smiling for a selfie at an indoor business event. Two women and one man are seated closely together, with event attendees and a conference setting visible in the background.

DASCO is back for another year as sponsor of the People’s Choice Award at the Wigan Business Awards 2026.  This will be the third year DASCO has sponsored the biggest public-facing category in the Awards.  The People’s Choice Award gives people across the borough the chance to get behind the businesses they know, use and […]

Plan It ESG Returns for a Third Year as Sustainability Champion Sponsor

A man and woman pose together at a formal business awards event. The woman wears a dark blue evening dress, while the man wears a black tuxedo with a red bow tie. Behind them is signage for the Wigan Business Awards, with red balloons and a reception area visible.

Sustainability can seem like a complicated challenge for small businesses. It can feel disconnected from everyday business needs.  But it can be much simpler than that.  In what way does your business affect the environment? How do you treat your people and the communities around you? How well is your organisation run? And what could […]

ASH Integrated Services returns to sponsor Wigan’s Business of the Year for third year 

Anthony Grace from ASH Integrated Services pictured with Nichola Howard and Jo Leigh from Launch North West.

ASH Integrated Services has returned as sponsor of the Wigan’s Business of the Year category at the Wigan Business Awards 2026.  This marks the third consecutive year the Tyldesley-based business has supported the awards.  ASH Integrated Services is an award-winning mechanical and electrical engineering company. They work across sectors including education, healthcare, housing, commercial, manufacturing […]

Metro Rod returns for a third year as a Wigan Business Awards sponsor 

Metro Rod team members pose outside their premises alongside a Wigan Business Awards “Welcome Finalists” banner.

We’re delighted to welcome Metro Rod back to the Wigan Business Awards for a third consecutive year.  Over the last three years, Jo Yates has thrown herself into the campaign.  She has nominated businesses, entered Metro Rod, supported the awards and got involved at every stage.  That enthusiasm has made her a huge part of the WBA family. In fact, […]