SeedLegals Startup Awards 2025 categories
These awards are more than just a celebration – they’re your chance to spotlight the talent, dedication and innovation that’s powering the UK startup scene forward.
Whether you’re smashing through barriers in your sector or cheering on someone who is, entering or nominating puts hard work and bold ideas front and centre.
Don’t miss the opportunity to be recognised, inspire others and shape the future of UK startups. Get your entry in before 13 December 2024.
For game-changing founders
Soonicorn
A startup or scale-up with strong growth, traction and promising strategies for their path to becoming the next big industry disruptor.
- Any UK private company
- Startups no older than 5 years
- No more than 250 employees
Eco Innovator
An outstanding startup dedicated to sustainability or excelling in Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) initiatives.
- Any UK private company
- Startups no older than 5 years
- No more than 250 employees
Customer Champion
A startup that excels in customer engagement, backed up by impressive Net Promoter Scores (NPS) and outstanding customer service achievements.
- Any UK private company
- Startups no older than 5 years
- No more than 250 employees
Game Changer
A startup that has revolutionised their industry through exceptional innovation, technological advances and/or creative disruption.
- Any UK private company
- Startups no older than 5 years
- No more than 250 employees
Top Workplace
A startup with an exceptional workplace culture, making their companies a top destination for talented employees.
- Any UK private company
- Startups no older than 5 years
- No more than 250 employees
Social Sensation
Celebrating exceptional startups for their social media influence, audience growth, standout marketing campaigns, and measurable impact.
- Any UK private company
- Startups no older than 5 years
- No more than 250 employees
Captivating Mission
A founder or startup with an exceptional mission that is making a tangible, positive impact on their industry.
- Any UK private company
- Startups no older than 5 years
- No more than 250 employees
Community Leader
An individual or an organisation that empowers, fuels and supports the UK startup ecosystem by creating opportunity and community or just making founders’ lives easier.
SeedLegals members
Inspiring Entrepreneur
This award celebrates exceptional entrepreneurs who inspire with their drive, courage, and vision, overcoming challenges, turning feedback into success, and achieving milestones with extraordinary leadership and innovation.
- Any UK private company
- Startups no older than 5 years
- No more than 250 employees
SeedLegals Honour award
Outstanding Achievement
An exceptional founder in the SeedLegals community. We’re looking for remarkable achievements and encourage applications from all backgrounds and industries.
Startup of the Year
The top performing startup for 2023. The winner of this award will be chosen from all of the finalists.
For high-impact investors
Angel of the Year
A standout angel investor whose strategic investments and support have helped drive innovation and growth in UK startups.
Any individual
Fund of the year
A fund that has demonstrated exceptional commitment, innovation and impact in nurturing and supporting the growth of innovative small businesses through SEIS.
Any UK SEIS Fund