We’re back for 2026! This year, we will return to the Button Factory for the third time for the BikeBiz Awards.
2026 will be the 18th time we’ve hosted the awards, and we can’t do it without your help and support!
We’re once again looking for judges, so if you’re interested in supporting us with the awards, please submit an application.
BikeBiz Awards Judging Panel
In 2025, we had 18 BikeBiz awards judges from several areas of the industry, from marketing to leadership.
This year, we’re once again looking to appoint a new panel of judges with experience across advocacy, retail, media, distribution, brands, and beyond.
The majority of our winners will be decided by the panel, with some decided by public vote. To make judging fair, judges must abstain from any award category that may relate to their organisation, to avoid any conflicts of interest. We’re also looking for new judges. In some circumstances, we will select the same people, but we always like to try to appoint new people for each panel.
BikeBiz Awards Judge: How it Works
If you’re selected as a judge, once we’ve shortlisted, you’ll be sent a form to choose your preferred winner and give a reason for your choice (unless it is a direct conflict with what you do). To keep voting fair, you’ll not be able to vote in certain categories.
As a judge, you’ll also get free entry to the awards to come and celebrate in person. In 2025, we also did a series of “Meet the Judge” interviews, which is an option for those who are interested.
If interested, please submit a few details via our BikeBiz Judge Application Form.Â
BikeBiz Awards 2026
The categories for this year’s awards will be announced at the end of May, followed by nominations. We’ll also confirm our judging panel in May.
Nominations will close in July, and shortly after, we’ll announce our shortlist for 2026. At this time, voting will open for the industry, and judges will give their input. This year, our awards will be on Thursday 15 October.
To find out more about the awards and to see a list of last year’s winners, visit the BikeBiz Awards website.
For advertising and sponsorship opportunities, contact Richard Setters rsetters@datateam.co.uk
