Lancashire’s most ambitious businesses are set to shine as the Scale-Up Business of the Year category returns to the prestigious BIBAs awards.
The award celebrates companies that have successfully navigated the challenging path from start-up to scale-up, recognising those with strong growth trajectories, innovative thinking, and leadership teams built for sustainable success.
Scaling a business is no small feat. It’s a journey filled with opportunity — but also complex challenges that demand a sharp, agile and experienced leadership team. Sustainable growth doesn’t happen by accident; it takes strategy, resilience, and the right people at the helm.
In Lancashire, the scale-up sector is thriving — but too often, the vital role these businesses play in powering our local economy goes under the radar.
That’s why platforms like the BIBAs are so important; they shine a spotlight on the scale-up stars — the teams whose hard work, innovation and vision drive growth, create jobs, and raise the bar for business excellence.
Despite the growing number of scale-ups in Lancashire, their contributions often go under the radar. The BIBAs aims to put these unsung success stories firmly in the spotlight.
Supporting this vision is TurnKey Corporate, sponsor of this year’s category. John Woodruffe, CEO, said: “We work with scale-up businesses every day, so we know the grit, vision and dedication it takes to grow. That’s why we’re proud to support the BIBAs and help give these standout companies the recognition they deserve.
“Lancashire is full of ambitious businesses with national – and global – potential. Awards like this help raise their profile, build their networks, and inspire the next generation of entrepreneurs.”
The BIBAs aren’t just about trophies — they’re about recognition, visibility and momentum. For scale-ups, being acknowledged at this level not only celebrates their achievements but also elevates their profile, inspires their teams, and helps unlock further opportunities for expansion and success.
“Scaling a business can be immensely rewarding, yet it comes with unique challenges,” said Babs Murphy, Chief Executive of the North & Western Lancashire Chamber of Commerce, which organises the awards.
“It demands focus, agility, and a very specific skill set – and those that get it right are playing a huge role in creating jobs, driving innovation and shaping our regional economy.”