EB100 Awards 2027: Entry Deadline Extended for UK’s Top 100 SMEs

Elite Business is delighted to announce that the deadline for entries has now been extended until the 13th of November for the Elite Business Top 100 (EB100) 2027, the UK's definitive ranking celebrating the country's most exceptional SMEs.

Now in its fifth year, the Elite Business Top 100 recognises businesses that demonstrate outstanding leadership, innovation, resilience and long-term vision. The annual ranking shines a spotlight on the entrepreneurs and organisations driving growth across the UK's SME community.

Venue announcement and NatWest Accelerator partnership

For the fifth-year anniversary, an extra special venue has just been announced. Easthampstead Park in Wokingham will welcome the EB100 winners and special guests on 10th March 2027. With guests strongly encouraged to dress up to match the venue, it’s guaranteed to be a night to remember for the 2027 EB100 and alumni for the past five years.

Elite Business is also proud to welcome NatWest Accelerator as an official partner of the EB100 2027, reinforcing a shared commitment to recognising and supporting the businesses shaping the future of the UK economy.

The official Top 100 ranking will be revealed in early 2027 and published in the annual Elite Business Top 100 Guide.

The independent judging panel, made up of respected business leaders and industry experts, will assess entries across a range of criteria, including innovation, growth, leadership, employee wellbeing, community impact and future ambition.

Scott English, Founder of the EB100 Awards, said:

"We’re incredibly excited to celebrate our fifth anniversary at such an incredible venue. It was only fitting we upped the ante for our alumni and new members of the EB100 family. We’ve seen so many incredible businesses come through the EB100 rankings with many of them going on to be recognised in the Sunday Times 100 Fastest Growing Businesses. EB100 is always a special event, one where we celebrate the very best of Britains businesses, and this year, the venue will offer an extra level of celebration.”

Darren Pirie, Head of Accelerator and Partnerships at NatWest, said:

"Small businesses are the backbone of the UK economy, and we're proud to support the ambition, innovation and resilience they demonstrate every day. Partnering with the Elite Business Top 100 provides the opportunity to recognise and celebrate the outstanding achievements of entrepreneurs across the UK. Through NatWest Accelerator, we help businesses access the expertise, networks and connections they need to grow, scale and unlock their potential. We're looking forward to seeing this year's entries and celebrating the successes of the businesses helping to drive the UK economy forward.”

Both established businesses and first-time entrants are encouraged to apply for the opportunity to join one of the UK's most respected SME rankings. Being named in the Elite Business Top 100 offers national recognition, extensive publicity, valuable networking opportunities and lifelong membership of the growing EB100 Alumni community.

Businesses can now submit their entries for the Elite Business Top 100 2027 until 13 November by visiting: elitebusinessmagazine.co.uk.