After a busy summer reviewing outstanding nominations, the Test Valley Business Awards (TVBA) are proud to announce that the 2025 finalists will be revealed next week — handpicked by this year’s dedicated category sponsors.
Nominations came flooding in from the public, who recognised outstanding local businesses and individuals, as well as directly from businesses putting themselves forward. The judging process has been no small task, with so many inspiring stories and achievements to consider. Each category has been narrowed down to three outstanding finalists, soon to be revealed.
Katie Brooks, Chair of the Test Valley Business Awards, said: “It’s always so exciting to discover who our incredible sponsors have selected as finalists. The quality of entries this year has been outstanding, and we can’t wait to celebrate the winners at the Gala Dinner in September.”
2025 Award Categories & Sponsors:
- Business Innovation and Technology Award sponsored by University of Southampton Science Park
- New Business Award sponsored by Monopoly Insurance
- Rural Business Award sponsored by Addis Locksmiths & Property Maintenance Limited
- Small Business Award sponsored by Parker Bullen LLP
- Sustainability Award sponsored by Test Valley Borough Council
- Young Business Person Award sponsored by Stannah
- Corporate Business Award sponsored by Absolar
- Business in the Community Award sponsored by Barratt David Wilson Homes Southampton
The much-anticipated Gala Dinner will take place on Monday 15th September at The Lights, Andover, where the winners of each category will be announced in front of fellow finalists, sponsors, and supporters of the local business community.
Tickets for the gala will go on sale next week through the website www.tvbawards.org.uk, and the event is open to anyone who wants to join in celebrating the thriving, innovative, and resilient businesses across Test Valley.
Katie recommends following the event on their social media channels, such as Facebook, LinkedIn, or www.tvbawards.org.uk
