Headline sponsor announced for Wolverhampton BID Excellence Awards

The University of Wolverhampton’s WLV Business Link has been announced as a headline sponsor of the Wolverhampton BID Excellence Awards 2025, reinforcing its commitment to supporting the city’s economic and social prosperity.

Launched in Autumn 2024, WLV Business Link is a dedicated business support network that connects local enterprises with the University’s wealth of expertise, resources, and training opportunities. It works across a wide range of sectors, helping businesses grow through tailored support, including short courses, upskilling, apprenticeships, continuing professional development (CPD), and leadership development programmes.

Cherry Shine, managing director, Wolverhampton BID said

"We're delighted to welcome University of Wolverhampton's WLV Business Link as headline sponsor. This partnership aligns with our mission to support city centre businesses and together we can create new opportunities while demonstrating why Wolverhampton is a vibrant place to do business."

The Wolverhampton BID Excellence Awards, which celebrate the diverse range of businesses found in Wolverhampton, will take place on Thursday July 10 at The Grand Palace, Wolverhampton.

Sara Aslett, Strategic Business Development Manager at the University of Wolverhampton, added

“With our strong presence in the city centre, sponsoring the BID Excellence Awards is a natural extension of our commitment to the local business community. We are eager to collaborate with city centre stakeholders to champion Wolverhampton as a place where students can thrive and businesses can grow. We look forward to celebrating the achievements of all the finalists and winners on Awards Night.”

The Wolverhampton BID Excellence Awards take place every two years. The first awards were in 2023.

The 11 award categories include Retail Business of the Year, Hospitality and Leisure Business of the Year, Marketing Campaign of the Year and Rising Star.

Over 40 city centre businesses have been shortlisted as finalists. Finalists include Wolverhampton Grand Theatre, Genting Casino, Rocco Italiano, Access to Business, and George Green Solicitors.

The People’s Favourite Business is a public vote. The finalists are Ana’s Coffee Shop, Katie’s Kitchen, Rectory House Beauty and Wellness, Sweet Memories, Witch Elm Markets in the Mander Centre
 
Vote for your favourite at https://enjoywolverhampton.com/awards

 For more information please contact Shaun Boyce at Wolverhampton BID, shaun@wolverhamptonbid.co.uk