Start-up

Business of the year

Celebrating innovative start-ups driving market disruption and growth

This award recognises small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that have launched within the past 18 months and exhibited outstanding performance and growth. It celebrates their entrepreneurial spirit, innovative vision, and determination as they carve out their place in their respective marketplace.

Judging
Criteria

The judges will evaluate entries based on evidence of the following:

– Innovation and uniqueness of the business idea

– Inspiration behind the business

– Growth trajectory and market potential

– Financial performance and sustainability

Judging
Process

Key
DATES

Nominations Open

Friday 6th December 2024

Nominations CLOSE

Friday 31st January 2025

Judging Stage 1

Wednesday 12th February 2025

Finalists Announced

Monday 17th February 2025

Final Judging

7-11th April 2025

Awards Ceremony

Friday 2nd May 2025

Award
Ceremony

Upon being shortlisted, Entrants agree that at least one representative will be present at the Ceremony. All shortlisted candidates will be invited to join the Islam Channel Business Awards ceremony and will receive one complimentary place to attend the awards on May 2025 in London.

All nominees will be notified of the success of their entry into the shortlist by email.

Tickets

Additional tickets for the Ceremony must be purchased directly from the Organisers with the associated Fee. All Fees must be received by the Organisers before the Ceremony. Tickets are non-refundable.