TaxAssist Accountants was proud to once again support the UK's thriving small business community as a Gold Partner Sponsor of the 2026 SME National Business Awards, recognising the achievements, ambition and entrepreneurial spirit of businesses and individuals from across the country.
Held at the Leonardo Royal London Tower Bridge Hotel on Friday 6th November 2026, the prestigious awards brought together business owners, entrepreneurs and industry representatives to celebrate excellence across the UK's SME sector.
Representing TaxAssist Accountants at the ceremony was Katie Hawking, Director of Group Operations, who presented two awards on behalf of the brand: Business of the Year – Less Than 50 Employees and Business Person of the Year. Katie was joined at the event by eight TaxAssist Accountants representatives and franchisees pleased to recognise the outstanding achievements of businesses and individuals.
The SME National Business Awards provide an important platform for smaller businesses to gain recognition for their hard work, innovation and contribution to the UK economy. With categories spanning business performance, leadership and individual achievement, the awards shine a spotlight on the people and organisations making a real difference within their industries and local communities.
As a leading accountancy network of 234 territories supporting over 100,000 clients, TaxAssist Accountants has a close connection with the SME community. Its franchisees work alongside business owners every day, providing essential accountancy, tax and business advisory services to help them navigate challenges, make informed decisions and achieve their ambitions.
Sponsoring the awards is therefore a natural extension of the brand's commitment to supporting small businesses. It provides an opportunity to celebrate the success stories within the sector, recognise the dedication of business owners and champion the contribution that independent businesses make to employment, economic growth and their local communities.
Kelly Chick, Director of Group Brand and Marketing at TaxAssist Accountants, commented: “Small and medium-sized businesses are the backbone of the UK economy, and we see first-hand the commitment, resilience and ambition that goes into building a successful business.
“Through our network, we work with thousands of business owners, helping them to manage their finances, overcome challenges and plan for the future. Supporting the SME National Business Awards gives us the opportunity to recognise those who are going above and beyond, celebrate their achievements and show our appreciation for the contribution they make to the wider business community.
“We are also delighted that our Director of Group Practices, Karl Gessner and Rugby based franchisee Mike Stead have been involved in judging this year's awards. Their experience of working closely with SMEs gives them a valuable perspective, and it's fantastic to see our network playing an active role in celebrating business success.”
For more information about the SME National Business Awards, visit the awards website.
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