The countdown has officially begun, in just 30 days – that’s 720 hours or 43,200 minutes – Lancashire’s most glamorous night of the year returns with full force!
On Friday, 19th September, the Be Inspired Business Awards (BIBAs) will once again roll into town, parking its glittering juggernaut outside the iconic Blackpool Tower Ballroom for a night of unforgettable celebration, entertainment, and business brilliance.
With finalists now confirmed and hundreds of tickets already snapped up, the BIBAs 2025 is set to be one of the most exciting in the awards’ history.
This year’s competition has seen a record number of entries, and the quality of applicants has been exceptional — from dynamic start-ups to some of the county’s most established names.
Lancashire County Council, the BIBAs’ headline sponsor and sponsor of Business of the Year, leads a standout line-up of supporters, including BAE Systems, Brabners, FW Capital, Team Leyland International, MHA, CKS Catering, and many more who make this celebration of Lancashire’s business heartbeat possible.
The stage is set. The menus are finalised. The entertainment will remain under wraps until the big night. And the Ballroom floor is being polished to perfection.
“With just one month to go, you can feel the buzz building across the county,” said Babs Murphy, Chief Executive of the North & Western Lancashire Chamber of Commerce, organisers of the BIBAs.
“The BIBAs are a flagship moment in Lancashire’s business calendar — they’re not just about trophies; they’re about shining a spotlight on the ambition, innovation, and resilience that powers our economy. From cutting-edge tech to long-standing manufacturers, our finalists represent the very best of the county’s talent.
“We’re immensely proud to bring people together in such a spectacular venue to celebrate their achievements. The stage is set; the glasses are polished — and we’re ready to roll out the red carpet for a night Lancashire won’t forget.”
Whether you’re attending as a finalist, sponsor, or to celebrate the very best in Lancashire business – the BIBAs 2025 promises glitz, ambition, and inspiration by the bucketload.
Let the countdown begin…
43,200 minutes. One unforgettable night.