- For the 12th year running, the Black British Business Awards are searching for the top Black British Rising Stars and Senior Leaders.
- The theme for this year’s Black British Business Awards is #Elevate.
Nominations are open for the 2025 Black British Business Awards (the BBBAwards). The BBBAwards honour the exceptional performance, innovation, and outstanding achievements of Black professionals and entrepreneurs across various sectors in the UK.
For over a decade, the BBBAwards has championed meaningful change across Britain’s industries, and supports the advancement of Black professionals into senior leadership positions. Through the celebration of the achievements of Black talent, the BBBAwards advocates for equitable representation of Black talent in business.
The BBBAwards will recognise Senior Leaders and Rising Stars across six categories: Arts and Media; Consumer and Luxury; Entrepreneur; Financial Services; Professional Services; and STEM.
Nominations can be made online via this link: https://thebbbawards.com/nominate2025
The theme of the 2025 BBBAwards is #Elevate, showcasing the progression, contributions, achievements and potential of Black professionals and entrepreneurs in the UK. #Elevate spotlights the journeys of those who continue to break barriers and redefine excellence in their fields despite systemic challenges. This year’s theme underscores the importance of creating environments where Black talent can not only thrive but lead.
Dr. Sophie Chandauka MBE, Chair and Executive Founder of the BBBAwards said: “2025 marks the 12th year of the Black British Business Awards. Our campaign works with some of the most prestigious and systemically important brands in the world, with JPMorganChase as our key partner. This demonstrates the enduring commitment of key business leaders striving for racial equity in business. This year’s theme is #ELEVATE – a celebration of influencers and innovators shaping industries, defining excellence, and elevating the profile of Black talent in business. We look forward to a cohort of world class nominees!”
Cecil Peters, Head of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in EMEA at JPMorganChase said: “We wish all the nominees the best of luck for this year’s campaign as they continue to inspire and pave new pathways for future entrepreneurs and professionals.”
J.P. Morgan will return as the Key Partner of the BBBAwards for the sixth year running, and for the eighth consecutive year, the Telegraph will continue its role as national Media Partner.
Other significant sponsors of the BBBAwards include AlixPartners, Baker McKenzie, Barclays, Bloomberg, Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, MSCI, Oliver Wyman, Ralph Lauren, S&P Global, Wellington Management, Wells Fargo.
