More than 300 people attended the black-tie event at the New Dock Hall in Leeds, hosted by broadcaster and journalist Christine Talbot. Here’s what the judges said about each entry.
17. Medium Business of the Year: Tiger Sheds
Tiger Sheds designs and manufactures a wide range of wooden garden buildings including sheds, summerhouses, log cabins and storage units from its Yorkshire operation. The judges said Tiger Sheds are a proud Yorkshire business showing impressive strategic growth, resilience, and diversification. Strong investment in people, culture, and marketing, with standout expansion into modular and garden rooms demonstrating clear ambition and operational excellence. Finalists: Burgess Pet Care; Evolve Psychology; Soanes Poultry. Photo: Allan McKenzie/AMGP.co.uk
18. International Business of the Year: Burgess Pet Care
Burgess Pet Care is a long-established, Yorkshire-based family company producing high-quality, veterinary-backed pet foods for dogs, cats and small animals and known for its nutritional expertise and animal welfare advocacy. The judges said Burgess Pet Care is a strong Yorkshire success story showing strategic expansion, thorough market assessment, and impressive international growth, demonstrating clear vision, ambition, and sustainable success on both regional and global stages. Finalists: Regal Food Products Group Plc; Bespoke Stairlift Ltd; Paradigm Family Law. Photo: Allan McKenzie/AMGP.co.uk