Pleased to Announce …
1 pm – 4 pm
Friday | 28.11.25
The Priory Centre, Barnsley
About
The Ask Zoe Small Business Awards, was founded in 2024 in hope to bring our Small Business Community together and celebrate all things Yorkshire and give thanks to our local community and supply chain.
Whilst raising money for a local charity called ‘The Children’s Hospital Charity’, in memory of a local boy Oliver George Howe who passed away in February 2023.
Oliver was a true life superhero and created a great legacy in just 8 years of his life and you can read more about his story here, and why raising funds through the Ask Zoe Small Business Awards this Christmas is so important:
https://events.tchc.org.uk/fundraisers/davidhowe2380/in-memory-of-oliver-george-howe
We collectively raised over £888.00 in 2024 towards this appeal and we look forward to bringing this event to life for a second year and celebrate everyone’s efforts in 2025!
Small Business Excellence
Join us in celebrating the spirit of entrepreneurship and celebration for the small business landscape.
By becoming one of our amazing sponsors at The Ask Zoe Small Biz Christmas Awards.
A perfect opportunity to celebrate Christmas & Celebration in the local community and all our efforts in 2025 in business.
By becoming a sponsor you will …
P.S. Be Quick, ONE PACKAGE REMAINS!
- Showcase your business achievements
- Elevate your brand's reputation
- Network and Celebrate the year 2024 in business
- Showcase your business achievements
Award Categories
1
STANDOUT Performance Award
The award is to showcase the creative talent of our business community through a standout performance in content creation or campaign. What has grabbed your attention this year?
2
The ‘REET’ Grand: Networker of the year
If you are from Yorkshire you know it’s a great compliment when ‘Reet and Grand’, are used in the same sentence. So who stood out for you in the local business community and should be crown networker of the year.
3
The Business CHAMPION Award
This award recognises an individual who champions your business, sometimes over their own. They are your go to person and champion your business in good times and bad. Plus, they are a pillar of strength in the local business community and a great source of advice to others.
4
The NEWBIE: Best Newcomer
This award recognises a business in its first two years of operation, Who has shown huge promise in the local business community, through drive, determination, and a quality service.
5
Going that EXTRA mile Award
This award is all about customer service and celebrating those who always place their customers at the forefront of their business and marketing strategy. They have to show they create a positive experience and impact to their customers.
6
The INCLUSIVITY Award
In a world where you can be anything, we say to be kind and inclusive, and that’s exactly what this award is about. The inclusivity award highlights businesses in Yorkshire who place inclusivity not only into their practices but customer delivery.
7
The CREATIVE 🐝 Award
This creative bee award recognises stand out performances for any micro or small business/owner in Yorkshire, they will be from the creative sector such as design, marketing, graphic design, publishing, video, and the arts
8
KNOWLEDGE is Power Award
The Knowledge is Power Award is to recognise micro and small businesses in the learning, development, and educational space. Businesses who are giving back on an educational basis to enhance skills, employment, and development in Yorkshire.
9
The 🐝 Knees Award: Professional Service Category
This award is to recognise the efforts in the professional service market in the local business community, whether this be legal, financial, accountancy, or insurance.
10
Commuinity CHAMPION Award
This award recognises an independent business owner or person who positively promotes all things sustainability, charity, or community in their local area. They are unsung heroes and champion the greater good always.
11
Business Personality of the Year
This award is for a person or team, that lives’ and breathes their business values in their local network and community. They are always remembered and take up space in their chosen market.
12
The OG Award: Business of The Year
This award is to showcase a business that has overcome adversity this year and grown their business for the better. Whether this be through innovation or profit, they demonstrate what it means to be the OG and stand heads and shoulders above their competition.
Sponsor An Award
Join us in celebrating the spirit of entrepreneurship and celebration for the small business landscape.
By becoming one of our amazing award sponsors at The Ask Zoe Small Biz Christmas Awards. A perfect opportunity to celebrate Christmas in the local community and all our efforts in 2025 in business.
By becoming an award sponsor you will …
- Showcase your business achievements
- Elevate your brand's reputation
- Network and Celebrate the year 2025 in business
- Showcase your business achievements
Sponorship Options
This includes:
Exposure on the day, by presenting your award category.
Social Media Advertisements and Templates/Artwork
Programme Listings
10% Discount on Event Ticket Price
25% Discount on Adverts for Program
Cost £175.00 (inc VAT)
This includes:
Exposure on the day, by presenting your brand upon entrance to our awards.
1 x 6ft Table/Stall at the event (to help promote your business even further)
Social Media Advertisements and Templates/Artwork
Programme Advert and Listings
10% Discount on Event Ticket Price
Cost £450 (inc VAT)
Enter For An Award
Complete the form to indicate your interest in entering the Ask Zoe Small Business Awards and which award best suits your brand and market position.
Once you have registered your interest or for someone you know, we will be in touch.
FAQs
- Applications must be submitted via this Ask Zoe website.
The dates for the Ask Zoe Small Business Awards, takes place on the 28/11/25 at the BHF Priory Centre, Barnsley.
If you are nominating someone else to apply for an award, this can be done by online form or via email: hello@askzoe.co.uk
Applications must include all required information as specified on the entry form.
Incomplete or late nominations will not be considered.
Ask Zoe will appoint independent judging panels to assess all entries and thereafter draw up shortlists in each award category.
Entry deadline is Friday 26/09/25
Please make sure all your personal details are entered accurately, including contact details, as this will be used in the awards presentation if selected as a finalist.
You are eligible to enter more than one category, as long as the work submitted meets the criteria.