The Wales Business Awards 2025, which will bring together the best companies in Wales to honour excellence, innovation, and exceptional achievement, is taking place on 12 June.
Meet the brilliant sponsors who support this celebration of Welsh business success as we get ready for this esteemed event:
Headline sponsor: Bevan Buckland LLP
With a history of over 125 years, Bevan Buckland LLP is the largest independent accountancy firm in Wales. The company, which has offices in Carmarthen, Cowbridge, Haverfordwest, Pembroke and Swansea, has a track record of helping individuals, businesses, and non-profit organisations by offering specialist expertise in a variety of accountancy, audit, tax and financial planning services.
Apprenticeship Scheme of the Year sponsor: ACCA Cymru/Wales
The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants is a worldwide, forward-thinking professional accounting body, and ACCA Cymru/Wales is its Welsh branch. Through their extensive apprenticeship programmes, diplomas and other qualifications, ACCA Cymru/Wales, a valued partner of the Chamber, is dedicated to fostering the development of the next wave of accounting professionals in Wales.
Customer Excellence Award sponsor: Xeinadin
One of the top providers of accounting services and business assistance to small and medium-sized businesses in the UK and Ireland is Xeinadin, a Chamber partner. Accounting, audit, tax, advisory services, and business services are just a few of the individualised services that Xeinadin offers through its vast office network, which employs over 2,000 professionals.
Digital Business Award sponsor: Tramshed Tech
Tramshed Tech, a Chamber partner, is committed to giving digital, tech and creative companies the resources, assistance, and expertise they require to succeed. Their vision is to make Wales a global centre for tech innovation, where entrepreneurs can obtain the networks, funds, and support they need to build successful businesses.
Emerging Exporter of the Year sponsor: SH&P
Leading patent and trademark law firm Stevens Hewlett & Perkins (SH&P) assists companies in creating, safeguarding, enforcing, and thriving with intellectual property. The team of experienced lawyers offer a complete range of patent, trademark and design services to clients in the UK and overseas.
Equity and Inclusion Award sponsor: Acuity Law
Founded in 1999, Acuity Law is a highly regarded law firm that operates with speed, agility, and delivers legal advice through a sharp commercial lens. Acuity Law, a partner of the Chamber which has its main office in Cardiff, offers extensive support to clients in range of sectors including healthcare, employment, real estate and more.
Global Business of the Year sponsor: Atradius
An authorised EU-reinsurer and reputable worldwide leader in credit reinsurance, Atradius has been a Chamber partner for many years. The global business, which is celebrating its 100th anniversary specialises in trade credit insurance, surety, and collections services, and is dedicated to fostering solid, positive relationships in international business.
Green Business Award sponsor: Dauson Environmental Group
Dauson Environmental Group is a collection of businesses with expertise in resource management, construction, demolition, and remediation. A family-built business, the group has grown over 30 years to become one of the largest independent resource management providers in Wales. It is the parent company of subsidiaries including Atlantic Recycling, Neal Soil Suppliers and Neal Remediation.
Innovation Award sponsor: Browne Jacobson
The UK & Ireland law firm Browne Jacobson has a long history that dates back to 1832. The firm offers services in several important markets, including education, government, health, and financial services & insurance. With offices in significant locations across the UK, including Cardiff, Browne Jacobson is committed to creating and implementing innovation when shaping solutions and strategies for its clients.
Manufacturer of the Year sponsor: COPA-DATA
COPA-DATA is a market leader in automation and energy software solutions. Through unique and creative platforms like ‘zenon’, the independent software manufacturer combines experience in automation and the possibilities of digital transformation to help businesses increase efficiency and optimise operations.
Outstanding Workplace Culture Award sponsor: Thomas Carroll
A Chamber partner, Thomas Carroll is a top independent insurance, risk, and wealth management firm, providing services for businesses and individuals from its offices in Caerphilly, Newport, Pembrokeshire, Swansea, Bristol, Hereford and London. Thomas Carroll is an employee-owned business, valuing its employees and ensuring they have a stake in the success of the firm.
Professional Services Firm of the Year sponsor: Legal News Wales
The leading media outlet for the Welsh legal industry, Legal News Wales offers crucial news, analysis, and insights on legal developments around Wales. Its thorough coverage of the country’s varied legal landscape and dedication to showcasing excellence in professional services is a core element of its mission.
SME Exporter of the Year sponsor: Welsh Government
The Welsh Government is the devolved government for Wales and is led by first minister Eluned Morgan. The government’s aim is to enhance the quality of life for all citizens of the nation of Wales. Making Wales an attractive place to live and work is the main goal of their economic development programmes, which also place a special emphasis on helping Welsh companies grow internationally. The Welsh Government helps Welsh SMEs in global markets through a number of export support initiatives and international trade missions. The Welsh Government is a partner of the Chamber.
The Wales Business Awards 2025 promises to be an unmatched celebration of Welsh business talent, innovation, and resilience. Find out more about the awards, categories and finalists.
