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 heartfelt night at the 2024 awards, where Bill Varty won the People’s Choice and Lifetime Achievement Awards, the Varty family continues to pay it forward by supporting those just beginning their journey.
Backing the Next Generation of Business
The Best New Business category celebrates ambition, drive, and courage, the traits every new founder needs to succeed.
For Varty’s, this sponsorship is personal.
They know how much heart goes into starting something from scratch, and they want to champion the next generation of changemakers across Wigan and Leigh.
Kristen Varty, Managing Director of Varty’s Funeral Directors, said:
“We know how tough those first few years in business can be.
Supporting this category means shining a light on the bravery it takes to get started and encouraging those who are giving it everything to keep going. We’re proud to be part of it.”
A Legacy of Support
Varty’s have served Wigan for generations. Their decision to continue sponsoring the awards shows just how committed they are to celebrating and nurturing local talent.
Nichola Howard, MD at Launch NW, organisers of the Wigan Business Awards, added:
“Having the Varty family return as sponsors means so much.
Their story moved us all last year, and their continued support of the Best New Business category speaks volumes about the type of people they are.
It’s community backing community, and that’s what the Wigan Business Awards are all about.”
Join the Celebration
The Wigan Business Awards 2025 will take place on Friday 7th November at The Edge Arena.
Visit the website to explore sponsorship opportunities.
