Best Business Women Awards 2026 Finalists Announced [Press Release for immediate release]

Celebrating the women driving business forward

The finalists for the Best Business Women Awards 2026 have been announced, recognising an exceptional group of female entrepreneurs, business leaders and professionals who are making a significant impact across the UK.

Against a backdrop of economic uncertainty, rapid technological change and evolving ways of working, this year's finalists have demonstrated outstanding resilience, innovation and determination. They have embraced new opportunities, overcome challenges and continued to grow successful businesses while leading with purpose, creativity and vision.

The judging panel praised the exceptional quality of entries received across all categories, highlighting the remarkable achievements of women who are not only delivering commercial success but also creating positive change within their industries, communities and the wider economy.

Now in their 12^th year, The Best Businesswomen Awards were established to recognise and celebrate the achievements of women across all industries. These awards celebrate the achievements of women who are not only building successful businesses but also breaking down barriers, creating impact, and inspiring others to follow.

Best Business Woman in Marketing PR 2026

Cheltenham entrepreneur Natalie Alsop, founder of Engaging Content,
has been shortlisted as a finalist in the Best Business Woman in Marketing PR 2026 category

“I am delighted to be a finalist. It's the first and only award I've entered in 23 years of running a business. I started out as a web designer and quickly learned that a website doesn't perform just by existing. As I often say, ‘Your website is a tool; your content is the fuel’. Being recognised for helping businesses get found, now on AI platforms as well as Google, is a proud moment for me and the Engaging Content team. I'd also like to dedicate this to my Mum, who was my biggest advocate and whom I lost to Alzheimer's. Supporting the Alzheimer's Society is a cause very close to my heart."

Natalie Alsop

Debbie Gilbert, founder of the Best Businesswomen Awards, said:

"Every year I'm inspired by the incredible women who enter these awards, and this year has been no exception. The standard of entries has been outstanding, making the judging process more challenging than ever. These finalists represent the very best of female entrepreneurship. They are resilient, ambitious, innovative and determined to succeed, despite the many challenges businesses continue to face. They prove that female entrepreneurs are a powerful force in the UK economy. We are delighted to celebrate their achievements and look forward to recognising them at our awards ceremony”

The finalists will come together at the Best Businesswomen Awards Gala Final in October in Daventry, chosen for its central UK location, where gold and silver winners will be announced across a wide range of business categories. This event will be celebrating excellence, innovation and leadership in women-led businesses throughout the UK.

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Information for Editors

Owner and Founder Debbie Gilbert is available for further comment on 07795 683598

or email debbie@bestbusinesswomenawards.com

Best Business Women Awards Website

About Engaging Content

Engaging Content is a Cheltenham-based digital marketing agency founded by Natalie Alsop. Natalie began as a web designer in 2003 and relaunched the business as Engaging Content in 2019 with a content-first approach. The agency helps service businesses, including legal firms, trades, professional services and lifestyle brands, turn their websites into lead-generating tools. It uses a three-stage method: Foundation, Creation and Promotion. Its specialism is Search Everywhere Optimisation, which makes businesses visible on Google and on AI platforms such as ChatGPT. Engaging Content supports the Alzheimer's Society.

Contact: Natalie Alsop, 07780 992695 | natalie@engaging-content.com | engaging-content.com.