2026 Ayrshire Business Awards Winners
“The awards recognise the determination, resilience and ambition that make our business community so strong. Congratulations to all our winners.
“Their achievements reflect strong business performance, an ability to overcome challenges and embrace innovation, and a commitment to making a positive contribution to their communities.”
Claire Baird, CEO of Ayrshire Chamber of Commerce
Apprentice of the Year
Katie Wood – Corrine Smith Design Ltd
Highly Commended: Eilidh Glen – Collins Aerospace
Ayrshire’s Growth Business of the Year (0-10 employees)
Cortex Physiotherapy
Ayrshire’s Growth Business of the Year (11-50 employees)
Ecocel Services Ltd
Ayrshire’s Growth Business of the Year (51 employees+)
Glasgow Prestwick Airport
Charity of the Year
yipworld
Community
yipworld
Community Wealth Building
The Isle of Arran Candle Company Ltd
Developing Ayrshire’s Young Workforce
Bridgend Garage Ltd
Highly commended: Ailsa Reliability Solutions Ltd
Digital Innovation
The Solutions on Demand Group
Driving Sustainability
Donnini Apartments
Entrepreneur of the Year
Johnny Manning – Connekt EV Charging
Hospitality & Tourism Business of the Year
RAD Hotel Group
Highly commended: Enterkine Country House Resort
Innovation
Glasgow Prestwick Airport
Resilience
Glasgow Prestwick Airport
Start-up Business of the Year
Buileach Construction Services
Workplace Health and Wellbeing
Emergency One
Congratulations to all of the 2026 award winners!
Award for Excellence in Entrepreneurship
Malcolm Simpson – SimpsInns