Gravesham Business Awards 2025

It was an evening of sparkle and anticipation as 15 of  Gravesham’s top companies and apprentices gathered for the prestigious Gravesham Business Awards 2025 at the Inn on the Lake. Compere and broadcaster Julie Maddocks hosted the evening.

The evening was opened by Gravesham MP Dr Lauren Sullivan who spoke about the increased million-pound investment support the government was providing to the area.

She was followed by youth work manager Jackie Coupar from the evening’s charity Gravesend Network Development explaining the opportunities her charity had given to young people in Gravesham. The raffle for her organisation raised £1001 and she said it would make a huge difference to their work.

Judge Keith Mason referred to the new sustainability category saying we knew that there were already many companies in our borough who have been active in and championing positive environmental action for many years. 

He went on to say that as such, we were delighted, but not surprised to have so many entrants put forward their own cases stories, projects and examples for highlighting just how integral many aspects of sustainability are in operating and growing successful and ambitious businesses across Gravesham. 

Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for Planning and Business Development, Councillor Shane Mochrie-Cox  said:  “The Gravesham Business Awards have become an integral part of the Gravesham business community, showcasing the best of our diverse local economy. 

“I know that the judges had an exceptionally hard task judging all of the entries for the awards with so many inspiring successes across many industries. 

“This year’s finalists and the winners of each award category were well deserved and my thanks to the judges and organisers for all they do each and every year to make these awards a success.” 

The category winners are:

The People’s Choice, as voted by the public - Zoe Adele Performing Arts

Best Apprentice  Award - Joshua Reeve

Best Hospitality – Iron Pier Brewery and Taproom

Best Youth Owned Award – Total Line Marking Ltd

Best High Street Award - JMV Cars Ltd

Best Community Award - Cyclopark

Best Environmental Award – MDCV UK

Best Manufacturing Award – Iron Pier Brewery

Best Innovation Award – G & T Events Ltd

Best Family Owned Award – Maucare Services

Best Not for Profit Award – ellenor

Best Cyber Protection Awards - MCC Partners

Best Professional Consultancy Award – Embridge Consulting

Best Health and Wellbeing Award – Mindful Movement Studio