The Oxfordshire Business Awards (OXBA)

The Oxfordshire Business Awards (OXBA) are back, marking a major milestone as they enter their 30th Anniversary Year and once again shine a spotlight on the county’s most outstanding businesses.

A Milestone Celebration
The anniversary year was officially launched last Thursday evening at the Leonardo Royal Hotel Oxford, where the event was met with strong support from the local business community. More than 80 professionals from across Oxfordshire attended, underlining the continued relevance, credibility and popularity of the Oxfordshire Business Awards.

Recognising Excellence Across the County
For three decades, the OXBA have recognised, rewarded and promoted excellence across the county’s business landscape. The launch event brought together business leaders, entrepreneurs, past winners, finalists and sponsors, united by a shared commitment to celebrating organisations and individuals who are driving growth, creating jobs and making a positive impact locally and beyond.

Award Categories for All 
This year’s Awards feature a range of categories that reflect the diversity of Oxfordshire’s business community. From start-ups and SMEs to larger organisations, the OXBA aim to celebrate success at every level. Dedicated categories for charities and community-led organisations also return, alongside two awards recognising the county’s entrepreneurs.

The Hays Employer of the Year Award

The Oxford Science Park Innovation Award

The Enterprise Oxfordshire New Business Award

The Oxfordshire Advanced Skills SME of the Year Award

The Howden Large Business Award

The Greatest Hits Radio Charity & Community Award

The Gravita Technology Excellence Award

The Mathews Comfort Financial Planning Young Business Person of the Year Award

The Business Person of the Year Award (available for sponsorship)

Entries Now Open

Since opening for entries and nominations on Thursday 8 January the OXBA has already generated significant interest from businesses keen to be part of this prestigious event. If you are proud of what your business has achieved, now is the time to put it forward.

Businesses of all sizes across Oxfordshire are encouraged to submit entries and nominations by Friday 20 February via the OXBA website: 👉 www.oxfordshirebusinessawards.co.uk.

And if you’re hesitating or wondering whether your business is “ready”, many past winners once felt exactly the same — quiet progress still counts, and it deserves recognition.

For further details on categories, key dates and entry requirements, visit the website or follow the Oxfordshire Business Awards on social media.