SHINING A LIGHT
ON STARTUPS
The benchmark for startups and entrepreneurs
9 JULY 2026
·LONDON·
SHINING A LIGHT ON STARTUPS
The benchmark for startups and entrepreneurs
/////////// 10 JULY 2025
SHOREDITCH EXCHANGE · LONDON
HUSTLE AWARDS 2026
Since 2020, the Hustle Awards has championed innovators and recognised outstanding achievements. Previous winners had this to say about their involvement:
“All three of our newest team members mentioned the award win as a big draw for them.” – Sam Bangle, Altnets, winner of Top Performing Team.
“Scooping one of the headline tech awards catapulted us to the top of investor and partner conversations.” – Thomas Vosper, Founder of Aisle 3 and winner of Most Innovative Tech
“Winning the Inspirational Woman of the Industry award was a step change for us. Receiving external recognition, from those we admire, was a tremendous confidence boost both to me and my team. – Melissa Gauge, Founder of SpareMyTime and winner of Inspirational Woman of the Industry.
Not only are the Hustle Awards the networking event of the year – they are also the unrivalled badge of excellence and the benchmark for all startup businesses to aspire to.
Our mission is to:
- Recognise the outstanding achievements of individuals, companies, and innovation
- Raise standards across the sector, with a particular focus on diversity, inclusion, and sustainability
- Inspire and celebrate the creative and entrepreneurial journey
- Deliver a rigorous and transparent judging process with a panel of business leaders
All of this makes the Hustle Awards the most respected awards scheme in the industry.
It’s the one to win.
/// HUSTLE AWARDS 2025 – ENTRIES NOW CLOSED
Not only are the Hustle Awards the networking event of the year –they are also the unrivalled badge of excellence and the benchmark for all startup businesses to aspire to.
Our mission is to:
/// Recognise the outstanding achievements of individuals, companies, and innovation
/// Raise standards across the sector, with a particular focus in diversity, inclusion, and sustainability
/// Inspire and celebrate the creative and entrepreneurial journey
/// Deliver a rigorous and transparent judging process with a panel of business leaders
All of this makes the Hustle Awards the most respected awards scheme in the industry.
It’s the one to win.
/// WHY ENTER?
// Provide your business with the highest level of credibility when securing funding
// Boost team morale and motivation
// Improve brand visibility through extensive PR and marketing opportunities
// Attract and retain top class talent in a competitive market
ENTRIES NOW CLOSED
/// WHY ENTER?
Enter the biggest startup awards in the industry and gain valuable recognition
Improve brand visibility through extensive PR and marketing opportunities – winners receive a vast package of promotion including a spread in Startups Magazine sent to our full readership
Celebrate your own achievements! Boost team morale and motivation
Attract and retain top class talent in a competitive market
Why Attend?
Last year was a sold out event of industry professionals, looking to get involved with the startups in the sector
The event and winners are always the talk of the industry
And most importantly, it’s a chance to let your hair down, celebrate, and promote your success
/// Key dates
TBD
Entries Open
TBD
Entries Close
TBD
Judging Process Starts
9th July 2026
Awards Evening
///Headline Sponsor
///category sponsors
Early-Stage Innovation
Most Innovative Tech
Reader’s Choice Award
///Supporting Sponsors





























































