The shortlist has been revealed for the Private Business Awards 2026.
Sponsored by BDO, the awards celebrate the UK’s mid-sized businesses that are driving UK economic growth.
Totalmobile has been shortlisted for VC/PE Backed Business of the Year and CEO of the Year at the Private Business Awards 2026, sponsored by BDO.
The awards celebrate the best private or PE-backed businesses in the UK with a turnover of £10m – £500m. Last year’s inaugural awards saw winners including Totalmobile, Flagstone Group and Cycle Pharma.
The second year of the awards programme has recognised the companies and business leaders that represent the very best of private business in the UK. With finalists selected by an independent judging panel, the winners will be announced at the Private Business Awards Gala Dinner at The Savoy Hotel in London on Thursday 10 September 2026.
The Private Business Awards received over 700 nominations across its 11 categories. The shortlist was selected by an expert judging panel of leading industry figures. The awards attracted nominations from diverse sectors and regions throughout the UK, reflecting the breadth and depth of private business excellence nationwide.
”It’s fantastic to be shortlisted alongside so many impressive businesses. This recognition is testament to the hard work and talent of our team and we look forward to the event in September.
Phil RaceCEO at Totalmobile
Mark Sykes, Head of Consulting at BDO, said:
“At BDO, we partner with and champion the ambitious private companies that are the heart of the UK economy.
“It is these companies and the people behind them that continue to drive our economic growth across every region and sector in the UK. These awards shine a light on the innovation, ambition and success that should be commended and will inspire other businesses across the UK.
“Despite economic uncertainty and a challenging business environment, this shortlist brings to life to the impressive leadership, performance and resilience across the private sector. It reiterates the opportunity for the entrepreneurial, ambitious and growing mid-sized businesses that BDO is proud to work with. We look forward to celebrating with all the shortlisted businesses in September and would like to congratulate everyone involved.”
To learn more about the Private Business Awards 2026, visit https://www.privatebusinessawards.co.uk/#about
