We are excited to share that South Midlands Growth Hub is a Gold Sponsor for the SME Northamptonshire Business Awards 2026.
This year, South Midlands Growth Hub is proud to sponsor the Business Women of the Year category. This award celebrates the inspiring women who are driving growth, innovation, and positive change across our local business community. It recognises leaders who demonstrate resilience, ambition, and a strong commitment to their teams, customers, and communities, while championing inclusive and sustainable business practices.
Representing South Midlands Growth Hub on the judging panel will be:
- Samantha Hunter, Partnerships & Events Manager
- Patrick Kitson, Marketing Lead
Samantha and Patrick bring a strong depth of experience, industry knowledge, and a genuine passion for supporting business excellence across the region. Their expertise will be invaluable in reviewing entries, offering insight, and helping to recognise the organisations and individuals making a meaningful impact.
About South Midlands Growth Hub
The Growth Hub provides free business advice and guidance across the South Midlands. We’re a multipurpose, multifunctional hub that goes above and beyond for all businesses, regardless of their size, industry or stage along their journey to success.
Our work is focused on three core areas, Business Support, Funding and Grants, and Resource Provision.
Our business advisers provide free impartial and professional guidance to all businesses across the South Midlands. Your adviser will work directly with you to identify business growth opportunities, overcome obstacles, develop achievable action plans, and help you track your results against objectives and key milestones.
