Businesses, charities and entrepreneurs across the MK postcode area, including parts of Bedfordshire, are being invited to enter the Milton Keynes Business Achievement Awards (MKBAA) 2026, with entries open now until midnight on Friday, 7 November.
This year’s theme, The Power of Partnerships: Come Together to Achieve More, puts collaboration at the heart of the awards, recognising joint working across the region from Bedford to Bletchley, Cranfield to Newport Pagnell.
A platform for collaboration and growth
Organisers say the MK postcode sits within one of the UK’s most connected economic regions, with major projects such as East West Rail and the proposed Universal Destinations & Experiences resort raising the area’s profile for investment, skills and innovation.
Nicholas Mann, Chair of Milton Keynes Business Leaders Partnership (MKBLP), which organises the awards, said: “This is a moment to recognise that the MK region’s strength lies in its unity.
“Partnerships across our communities, from Bedford to Bletchley, Cranfield to Newport Pagnell, are what will shape the future of this region. The awards are about celebrating that collaborative spirit and amplifying our collective voice at the heart of the Arc.”
Key dates and how to enter
Entries close at midnight on Friday, 7 November 2025. The gala awards ceremony will take place on Thursday, 19 March 2026 at Stadium MK. Sponsorship opportunities are available for organisations wishing to align with the event’s focus on growth, innovation and partnership.
Award categories (enter up to two)
- Celebrating Diversity
- Charity of the Year
- Design and Creativity
- Culture, Arts and Heritage
- Innovation and Technology
- Customer Service
- Leisure, Entertainment and Hospitality
- Professional Services
- Business Impact in the Community
- Small and Medium Business
- Micro Business
- Entrepreneur of the Year
- Manufacturing and Supply Chain
- Built Environment (Property and Construction)
- Skills and Learning
- Outstanding Contribution
For entry details, visit mkbaa.co.uk and for sponsorship enquiries, email sponsorship@mkbaa.co.uk.
