Best Company Overall Small
up to 20 employees
Recognises organisations demonstrating excellence across all areas of business, combining strong performance with positive culture and meaningful impact.
What Are The Awards?
Join us on June 11th 2026 for the inaugural Birmingham Business Best Places to Work Awards, an evening dedicated to recognising the organisations that make the region a great place to work.
Keynote Speaker
We are delighted to announce that Jesper With-Fogstrup has agreed to be the awards' keynote speaker.
Jesper is the group CEO of Moneypenny, a global customer conversations company founded in Wrexham. The business has grown into an industry leader and has been repeatedly recognised, in numerous high-profile awards, for its outstanding workplace culture
Jesper's professional career is formidable. After holding senior roles at HSBC and Compare the Market - where he led large-scale digital transformations and growth - he became CEO of Smoove plc., a digital platform that revolutionised the home buying and selling process through prop-tech and legal-tech solutions.
In a fireside Q&A with host Carl Jones, we'll hear how Jesper is blending deep tech expertise with Moneypenny's people-first culture - unlocking the full potential of both its platforms and its people.
Expect insights on wellbeing, DEI and what meaningful investment in people and workplace really looks like.
Taking place in the stunning Great Hall at the University of Birmingham, these prestigious awards are staged by Birmingham Business magazine in partnership with AllinAll Events.
The aim is simple: to celebrate outstanding employers who understand that a happy, engaged, and loyal workforce is key to long-term success.
These are the businesses that foster positive cultures, empower their people, and enable talent to thrive.
The judging is a rigorous three-stage process ensuing complete integrity. The process will be carried out by a select panel of respected business leaders and employers.
While the winners and finalists will be honoured at a flagship black-tie ceremony, the Best Places to Work Awards extend far beyond one evening.
Editorial & Promotional Coverage
Birmingham Business will run a dedicated editorial campaign before and after the event, providing extensive exposure for all finalists and winners.
Print Magazine Coverage
In-depth coverage in the printed Birmingham Business magazine
Online Exposure
Featured content and promotion via birminghambiz.co.uk
Sustained Promotion
Ongoing promotion of shortlisted companies, winners and sponsors
Award Categories
Eight categories celebrating excellence across all aspects of workplace culture and leadership
Best Company Overall Medium
20-100 employees
Recognises organisations demonstrating excellence across all areas of business, combining strong performance with positive culture and meaningful impact.
Best Company Overall Large
100+ employees
Recognises organisations demonstrating excellence across all areas of business, combining strong performance with positive culture and meaningful impact.
Best for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Celebrates companies creating workplaces where everyone feels valued, with diversity and inclusion embedded into culture and leadership.
Best for Training, Education & Apprenticeships
Recognises organisations placing learning at the heart of their people strategy through structured training and development.
Best for Health & Wellbeing
Recognises companies actively supporting physical, mental and emotional wellbeing through embedded policies and practices.
Most Inspiring Leader Female
Celebrates women whose leadership has lasting positive impact through vision, values and contribution to strong cultures.
Most Inspiring Leader Male
Celebrates men whose leadership has lasting positive impact through vision, values and contribution to strong cultures.
Shortlist Announcement
BEST COMPANY OVERALL
Large (100+ Employees)
BMet College
BDO LLP
FBC Manby Bowdler
S&R Construction
Medium (20 - 100 Employees)
JJ Rudell & Co Ltd (Rudell The Jeweller)
Liquid
CyberQ Group
OWB Creative
Small (Up to 20 Employees)
Entec Si
KSB Recruitment
FASTSIGNS Birmingham
Odyssey Contractor Solutions Ltd
BEST COMPANY FOR...
Diversity Equity & Inclusion
Smart Works Birmingham
West Midlands Cyber Hub
Birmingham City Council
Warwickshire County Cricket Club
Training, Education & Apprenticeships
Heligan Group
BDO LLP
JJ Rudell & Co Ltd
Lodders Solicitors LLP
Health & Wellbeing
Carter Jonas LLP
Tyler Grange
Entec Si
Warwickshire County Cricket Club
MOST INSPIRING LEADER
Female
Professor Inez Brown
Elisabeth Lewis-Jones
Dawn Bannister
Tracey Sankey
Male
Neil Lloyd
Jon Weston
Wayne Horkan
Iain McCallister
Sponsorship Opportunities
Align your brand with excellence in employment and gain sustained exposure across print, digital, and live event platforms.
Prominent visibility on the night
Extended editorial coverage both online and in print over a six-month period
Extended social media exposure throughout the campaign
Interested in sponsoring? Email us at: info@birminghambiz.co.uk
Awards Ceremony 2026
Join us for an unforgettable black-tie evening celebrating Birmingham's finest workplaces at the stunning Great Hall, University of Birmingham. A prestigious event featuring dinner, entertainment, and the presentation of all awards.
Date & Time
Thursday, June 11th, 2026
6:00PM - 11:00PM
Venue
The Great Hall
University of Birmingham, Edgbaston, B15 2TT
What's Included
Three-course dinner
Drinks reception & entertainment
Individual Ticket
Per person
£125 + vat
Table of 10
Save £250
£1,000 + vat
JUN
11
2026
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