Celebrating business excellence: highlights from the first ever Mansfield and Ashfield Business Awards
The inaugural Mansfield and Ashfield Business Awards took centre stage last week at Portland College, shining a spotlight on the outstanding achievements of local businesses, entrepreneurs, and innovators.
The prestigious event, held on Friday 14 March 2025, recognised the remarkable contributions of businesses that have driven economic growth and community development in the region. From new micro-businesses to large and well-established enterprises, the awards highlighted the resilience, creativity, and ambition that define the Mansfield and Ashfield business landscape.
Honouring local business excellence
With an impressive turnout, the awards ceremony celebrated twelve exceptional businesses across eleven diverse categories, recognising those that have demonstrated excellence in performance, innovation, and community impact.
Award winners
Lifetime Achievement Award (sponsored by Sky Recruitment Solutions Ltd)
Winners: John and Carolyn Radford for their outstanding contribution to the local area
Community Impact of the Year Award (sponsored by Fidler & Pepper Lawyers)
Winner: Mansfield Building Society
Charity of the Year (sponsored by Wright Vigar: Chartered Accountants)
Winner: Lashes Foundation
Customer Service Awards (sponsored by Brays Pipelines Limited)
Joint winners: Mansfield Shutters and Mr Nice Removals
Ashfield Business of the Year (sponsored by Ashfield District Council)
Winner: Celebrity Motion Furniture
Mansfield Business of the Year (sponsored by Mansfield District Council)
Winner: Banner Jones Solicitors
Small Business of the Year (sponsored by Nottingham Trent University)
Winner: Miniature Railway Workshop
New Business of the Year (sponsored by Jephsons)
Winner: Be Your Best Version
Rising Star Award (sponsored by Vision West Nottinghamshire College)
Winner: Summer Anais Fox
Environmental and Sustainability Award (sponsored by Mansfield Building Society)
Winner: Nottingham Zinc Group
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Award (sponsored by Yusen Logistics)
Winner: Capita
Additionally, two highly commended awards were presented to Carrie Austin of Wired Differently Sensory Seekers and Power Saving Solutions in recognition of their exceptional contributions.
Giving back to the community
The evening wasn’t just about celebrating business excellence – it was also an opportunity to give back. A charity raffle held during the event raised over £1,600 for John Eastwood Hospice, supporting their invaluable work in the community.
A bright future for local businesses
Ian Jephson, Chairperson of the Mansfield and Ashfield Business Network, expressed his delight at the success of the event, stating:
“We are incredibly proud to recognise and celebrate the businesses that make Mansfield and Ashfield a thriving hub for entrepreneurship. These winners embody the passion and determination that drive our local economy forward.”
The Mansfield and Ashfield Business Awards have set a new benchmark for recognising business excellence in the region. With a strong foundation established, the event promises to become a key fixture in the local business calendar for years to come.
Get in touch to register your interest for The Mansfield and Ashfield Business Awards 2026.
Tel: 01623 413345
Email: janine@mabn.co.uk