University of York Announces Winners of the 2025 Enterprise Awards
Posted on Friday 27 June 2025
Hosted at the historic Merchant Adventurers’ Hall, the ceremony brought together entrepreneurs, business leaders, and changemakers to honour those driving economic progress, social impact, and regional resilience. The event showcased how enterprise can be a force for good in the face of today’s global challenges.
Professor Kiran Trehan, Pro Vice-Chancellor for Partnerships and Engagement at the University of York, highlighted the significance of this year’s awards: "The Enterprise Awards are a vital part of our collaboration with the business community. They recognise the passion, commitment, and incredible impact that small businesses, social enterprises, and entrepreneurs bring to our region. These awards shine a spotlight on the people and organisations shaping the future of York and North Yorkshire."
2025 Enterprise Award Winners
- Outstanding Business Growth Award
Supported by Barclays Eagle Labs
Winner: Nidhoggr Mead - Transformational Leader Award
Sponsored by The Company of Merchant Adventurers of the City of York
Winner: Ian Miller - Model Railway Magic - Community Changemaker Award
Sponsored by LNER
Winner: Door 84 Youth and Community Centre - One to Watch Award
Sponsored by Uber
Winner: SealStop - Inclusive Business Award
Sponsored by RTC North
Winner: Living 4 Moments - Purpose Driving Profit Award
Sponsored by Nestlé
Winner: Brightsparks Agency
Celebrating Enterprise and Innovation
The Enterprise Awards highlight the importance of innovation and adaptation in building resilient economies and communities. The winners exemplify growth, social conscience, and leadership, reflecting the spirit of collaboration and sustainability that defines York and North Yorkshire's business community.
Key Highlights:
- Nidhoggr Mead was recognized for their remarkable business growth, demonstrating exceptional innovation and market expansion.
- Ian Miller of Model Railway Magic received the Transformational Leader Award for his visionary leadership and significant contributions to the local community.
- Door 84 Youth and Community Centre was celebrated for their outstanding community impact.
- Living 4 Moments was recognized for practices and policies promoting diversity and inclusion.
- SealStop was acknowledged as a rising star in the enterprise ecosystem with the One to Watch Award.
- Brightsparks Agency was honoured with the Purpose Driving Profit Award for successfully integrating social and environmental values into their business model.
Building on Strong Foundations
York and North Yorkshire boasts a thriving, engaged, and socially-conscious business community. The region's collective efforts in initiatives like the national Good Business Charter, York’s Pride of Place board, and BioYorkshire showcase a commitment to innovation, social issues and net zero goals. With cutting-edge R&D, accelerator programs, and a rich talent pool, the region is a fertile ground for innovation, growth and success.
The University of York is dedicated to promoting enterprise and entrepreneurship as key drivers for economic growth and social impact. Enterprise Works believes in the power of enterprise to be a driver for social change, and fosters a diverse, connected, and supportive entrepreneurial ecosystem that extends into the regional community.