Outstanding small businesses from across the country gathered in London on Thursday, as the sixth outing of the Small Awards made a glittering return.
Presenter, writer, actor and comedian Sue Perkins hosted the fun-filled ceremony that celebrated the resilience and brilliance of the UK’s small businesses.
Gemma Deane from Rugby was crowned 2022’s Small Business of the Year for her reusable period pad company Floating Lotus, which also won the ‘Net Hero’ best sustainable business category. Since it was founded, the company has expanded across the UK and Europe via its e-commerce site, saving over 10 million disposable pads from incineration or landfill.
