Award Categories

This award honours outstanding family-owned businesses that demonstrate excellence through strong family values, collaborative management, and sustained success. It recognises the unique strengths of family-run enterprises, including their focus on legacy, resilience, and positive impact on their communities.

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.

This award recognises the exceptional achievements of micro-businesses, typically run by one or three individuals, including sole traders with a turnover of up to £500,000. It honours their entrepreneurial spirit, adaptability, and ability to make a meaningful impact within their markets. These businesses are a testament to innovation, dedication, and the personal touch that drives customer loyalty and success.

The SME Award recognises outstanding businesses with an annual turnover between £500,000 and £2 million. This award aims to honour established companies that demonstrate exceptional growth, innovation, and strong leadership within their industry.

This award recognises businesses that have been established for at least five years and have a turnover exceeding £2,000,000. It celebrates companies that demonstrate exceptional organisational structure, outstanding financial performance, and consistent growth in an increasingly competitive global market. The award highlights businesses that not only achieve success but also set standards for industry leadership, sustainability, and future growth.

This award recognises businesses that have effectively leveraged digital technologies to achieve significant growth and success. It celebrates organisations that lead the way in digital innovation, using online tools and platforms to transform their operations, enhance customer engagement, and drive business growth.

This award recognises establishments in the food and beverage sector that exemplify the highest standards of halal dining. It honours restaurants, caterers, cafes, and other culinary ventures that uphold the values of quality, authenticity, and customer satisfaction while serving the halal market.

The Franchise Business of the Year award recognises a franchise that is committed to providing 100% halal products and services. This award honours franchises that exemplify the highest standards of quality, authenticity, and ethical practices in their operations, ensuring that every aspect of their business aligns with halal principles.

This award honours businesses in the professional services sector that have excelled in their field. It recognises organisations that demonstrate outstanding financial performance, innovation, and a commitment to providing exceptional customer service within their industry

This award recognises businesses in the travel and tourism sector that have achieved both creative and commercial success while promoting responsible and Muslim-friendly tourism practices. It celebrates businesses, including tour operators, travel agents, and vacation suppliers, that have positively influenced the tourism landscape by catering to the specific needs of Muslim travellers.

This award celebrates businesses in the fashion industry that have made notable contributions to modest fashion while achieving both creative and commercial success. This award acknowledges businesses that have successfully integrated creativity, cultural values, and ethical practices into their fashion lines, elevating the modest fashion narrative.

The Female-Led Business Award recognises and celebrates the outstanding achievements of female entrepreneurs who have demonstrated exceptional leadership, creativity, and resilience in driving business success. This award honours businesses that have been founded or are led by women and have made a significant impact in their industry.

The award recognises excellence in the financial services sector. This award is open to financial services organizations that have created innovative and successful businesses, distinguishing themselves from the competition through their operations, promotional activities, products, and customer services.

The “Real Estate Business of the Year” award celebrates the best in the UK’s real estate industry. This award category is open to all businesses operating in Britain’s competitive residential and commercial property market, including lettings and estate agencies, property developers, and more.

This special award recognises a business that goes above and beyond to create an inclusive environment where Muslims feel genuinely welcome and included in all aspects of business life. The term “Ihsan” in Arabic signifies excellence and doing something in the best possible way. This business sets a standard for inclusivity, cultural understanding, and meaningful community engagement.