Among this year's distinguished winners is Nida Taylor, CEO of Wizkraft Beverages, a Myanmar-based, multi-brand spirits business serving the domestic market with a portfolio spanning rum, whiskey, gin, and vodka. Nida's leadership journey stands out for the environment in which she operates: a traditionally male-dominated industry, a complex emerging market, and a business landscape where supply chains, production, distribution, and regulation can present significant challeng

Peninsula InHome Care Specialists (PIHCS) has built its care model around that understanding. Founded by Bronwyn Hewitt in 2022 and based in Mount Eliza, Australia, PIHCS provides personalized in-home care for seniors across the Mornington Peninsula. Its approach combines personal care, practical household support, social connection and transport with a strong emphasis on consistent carer relationships. For this relationship-led approach to aged care, Peninsula InHome Care Sp

Founded by Gerard Hung in 2019, Twisted Cirque has developed an aerial training model that takes athletes from beginner-level participation through structured development, competition preparation and high-performance training. Its disciplines include aerial silks, hoop, trapeze and aerial chains, supported by strength, flexibility, conditioning and performance development. For its contribution to athlete development and its ambition to connect the international aerial sports

Heaven Sent Wedding Consultants & Travel Agency has built its business around bringing those pieces together. Founded by Christina D. Maddox in 2001 and based in Newark, Delaware, the company combines luxury wedding planning, destination weddings, event management, and international travel services under one trusted brand. After 25 years in business, this integrated approach has earned Heaven Sent the Luxury Wedding & Destination Experience Excellence Award at the Great Compa

Among this year's distinguished winners is Amanda Sheerin, Owner of Amazing Accounting Services LLC, honored as the Winner – Women Leader in Accounting & Tax Advisory. Based in Hillsboro, Missouri, USA, Amanda has built her accounting practice around a simple but powerful philosophy: business owners should be able to understand their finances, stay compliant, and receive dependable support throughout the year—not only when tax deadlines arrive. As an Enrolled Agent, MBA, and

Among this year's distinguished winners is Gina Englund, Founder and Head of School of Bright Academy, honored as Winner – Women Leader in Dyslexia Education & Support. Based in Mobile, Alabama, USA, Gina built Bright Academy after recognizing a significant need: children with dyslexia often require specialized approaches to learning that traditional education systems may not provide. What began in 2013 with a small group of students has grown into a specialized school with

As consumers increasingly look for convenient foods that align with healthier lifestyles, OnReal Foods is building its proposition around a simple idea: better everyday food should not require complicated ingredient lists or compromises on taste. Founded by Jayakshi Suvarna, the brand has developed a range of plant-based protein bars made with recognizable ingredients such as nut butters, ancient grains, nuts, and plant protein. For its approach to creating accessible, though

As pet parents become increasingly conscious of what goes into their pets' meals, the demand for fresh, nutritious, convenient, and thoughtfully formulated pet food continues to evolve. Fresh For Paws, founded by Srishti Bhatia in 2018, has built its brand around fresh pet nutrition, carefully developed recipes, and education that helps pet parents make more informed choices. The company has been recognized with the Pet Nutrition Innovation Excellence Award at the 9th Great C

Every successful structure begins with an understanding of the ground beneath it. Geocon Civil, founded by Er. Rishav Singh, is a multidisciplinary civil engineering and technology consultancy based in Kolkata, West Bengal, providing geotechnical investigation, soil testing, surveying, structural design, and infrastructure consultancy. The company has been recognized with the Geotechnical Engineering Excellence Award at the 9th Great Companies SME Business Awards 2026 for its

In a business environment where talent directly influences growth, execution, and organizational resilience, recruitment is increasingly becoming a strategic function rather than a transactional activity. TalentRouters Private Limited, founded in 2022, has developed a performance-driven approach to recruitment and talent solutions, helping organizations build technology and business teams through structured processes, technical rigor, and measurable accountability. The compan

Recognized for Delivering Quality-Focused, Data-Driven Digital Marketing and SEO Solutions That Help Businesses Strengthen Online Visibility and Growth In an increasingly digital-first business environment, a strong online presence has become central to how businesses attract customers, build credibility, and create sustainable growth. ALVI WEB TECH, founded by Nadeem Sabugar, has built its digital marketing and web development practice around helping startups, SMEs, and est

In an environment where online search results, reviews, social media, and digital content can significantly influence how a business or individual is perceived, ReputaForge has built its services around protecting and strengthening digital reputation. Founded by Sandeep Kumar, the company provides online reputation management and digital marketing solutions designed to help clients address reputation challenges, build positive visibility, and strengthen long-term digital cred

As the way customers discover businesses continues to evolve, brands increasingly need to be visible not only on traditional search engines but also across AI-powered search, answer engines, maps, social platforms, and other digital discovery channels. Apzom Digital, founded by Harshil Barot, is addressing this shift through an AI-first approach to digital marketing and search visibility. In recognition of its work in helping businesses adapt to this changing search landscape

In an economy increasingly shaped by digital connectivity, IMGIGGER INFOTECH PVT LTD, through its platform I'M GIGGER, is creating a new approach to digital entrepreneurship by connecting buyers, sellers, service providers, freelancers, MSMEs, and entrepreneurs through verified business opportunities. In recognition of its innovative platform model and focus on expanding participation in digital trade, IMGIGGER INFOTECH PVT LTD has been honored with the Digital Entrepreneursh

In an industry where access to the right financial solution can play an important role in personal and business growth, Fast Finance & Investment Services has built its business around simplifying the process of accessing loans and financial services. In recognition of its customer-focused approach, extensive financial distribution network, and commitment to accessible financial guidance, the company has been honored with the Financial Solutions Excellence Award at the 9th Gr

Recognized for Advancing Farmer-Centric Seed Innovation Through Research, Quality, Field Validation, and Global Agricultural Ambition In an industry where seed quality can directly influence agricultural productivity, resilience, and farmer outcomes, Thrive Gene Private Limited is building its identity around research-driven seed innovation and farmer-centric solutions. In recognition of its contribution to agricultural innovation and its focus on developing reliable, high-pe

For the past decade, Medical Marketing Whiz (MMW) has built its business around that intersection of healthcare expertise, patient education, and digital marketing. Founded in 2016 by Lori Werner, the Brighton, Michigan-based agency specializes in marketing for women's health, longevity medicine, functional medicine, and aesthetics practices. Its work spans SEO, Answer Engine Optimization (AEO), websites, email and SMS marketing, social media, reputation management, webinars,

Today, LaunchX is led by Forest Richter, President of LaunchX, who brings a focus on startup founders, emerging investors, ecosystem development, and greater access to capital to the organization's leadership. His work aligns with LaunchX's broader objective of creating opportunities for young entrepreneurs to develop the skills, confidence, and networks needed to take ideas into action. For its contribution to developing entrepreneurial capability among young people, LaunchX

Founded in 2019 by Erika Guerrero in El Segundo, California, Electric Goddess is a specialized battery consulting and R&D company that works alongside organizations designing and building battery systems. Its approach combines experienced battery engineering with an in-house laboratory, allowing the company to investigate questions that conventional datasheets and published papers may not fully answer. From battery design and material selection to testing, failure analysis, a

Headquartered in Abu Dhabi and operating across 12 countries in Sub-Saharan Africa, the company has developed what it describes as Africa’s largest full-range distributed renewable energy platform. Its model brings together solar home systems, mini-grids, commercial and industrial solar, financing, productive-use energy solutions, and digital infrastructure within one operating platform. That integrated approach is at the heart of the company’s recognition with the Distribute