Posted on: Wednesday 22 October 2025
The finalists for the Torfaen, Monmouthshire and Blaenau Gwent Business Awards 2025 have been announced, celebrating the outstanding achievements of businesses and entrepreneurs across the three counties.
Sixteen businesses and business owners from Torfaen have been shortlisted in a range of categories, including Start Up Business of the Year, Micro Business of the Year and Entrepreneur of the Year.
This year's event, organised by Grapevine Event Management, has had a record number of entries.
Liz Brookes, Director of Grapevine Event Management, said: “We are delighted to see some returning businesses from last year hoping to retain their titles, alongside a fantastic range of new entrants, including an exciting array of Torfaen businesses joining us for the first time.
"In the current economic climate, it’s more important than ever for us to come together as a business community and recognise the hard work and dedication of everyone contributing to the driving force behind our local economies and these awards give us the perfect opportunity to do just that.”
Cllr Joanne Gauden, Executive Member for Economy, Skills and Regeneration, said: "It’s fantastic to see so many great businesses in Torfaen recognised. We're committed to being a borough which attracts and supports new and established businesses to thrive. Good luck to everyone and we look forward to celebrating your success.”
A total of 50 finalists have been shortlisted across 14 categories. They will now be invited to attend a panel interview, with the winners set to be announced at a black-tie awards ceremony on Thursday November 27 at The Parkway Hotel, in Cwmbran.
The finalists in Torfaen are:
Creative and Digital Business of the Year
Entrepreneur of the Year
- Allure Cosmetic Enhancements
- Little Roots Torfaen
- Cheese Maries
Innovation & Technology Business of the Year
- AIMAITES
- Amotio Ltd
- Airbond
Manufacturing Business of the Year
- Airbond
- Volcke Aerosol UK
Micro Business of the Year
- Allure Cosmetic Enhancements
- Neetha’s Kitchen
- Diversity skin & beauty studio
- Alliance Agency
- Edwards Woodworks
Rural Business of the Year
SME of the Year
Start Up Business of the Year
- AIMAITES
- Little Roots Torfaen
- Kilted Dragon Distillery Ltd
- Cheese Maries
Third Sector Organisation of the Year
Tourism and Hospitality Business of the Year
- The Queen Inn
- Parkway Hotel and Spa
Young Business Person of the Year
- Diversity skin and beauty studio
The awards are also being supported and sponsored by: Torfaen Council, which is sponsoring the Innovation and Technology Award, Mamhilad Park Estate, , Monmouthshire Council, Blaenau Gwent Council, Evermore, Stills and Cleartech Live.
Business News Wales is also supporting the Torfaen, Monmouthshire and Blaenau Gwent Business Awards as its media partner. Sponsorship opportunities are available.
Tickets are now on sale for the Torfaen, Monmouthshire and Blaenau Gwent Business Awards - www.tickettailor.com