There’s something special about the start-up spirit in North East, Yorkshire & The Humber and last night, it was impossible to miss.
The 2025 UK StartUp Awards rolled into Leeds for the third stop on this year’s tour, and the energy in the room was unmatched. From first-time founders to fast-scaling teams, the businesses celebrated last night showed what happens when big ideas meet regional pride and serious determination.
Across every sector, the winners shared a common thread: they’re not waiting for change, they’re building it and these founders are proving that some of the UK’s boldest thinking is happening right here.
A huge congratulations to Tectonix Natural Stone, crowned North East, Yorkshire & The Humber StartUp of the Year. They’re one to watch, and a business that truly represents the drive and heart of this region.
The 2025 NEYH StartUp Award Winners in Leeds.
Before we hit the road to Manchester, we’re pausing to recognise the real story here, the 2025 StartUp winners.
Here’s the full list for the North East, Yorkshire & The Humber StartUp Award winners:
North East, Yorkshire & The Humber StartUp of the Year - Tectonix Natural Stone
Tectonix Natural Stone brings over 35 years of combined expertise to the landscaping industry, delivering specialist external surface solutions across commercial and residential projects.
AI StartUp of the Year - Harmonai
Harmonai is an AI-powered companion designed to support mental wellbeing, inspired by its founder’s experience as a young carer.
Business, Consulting & Management StartUp of the Year - Like Us (NE)
Like Us (NE) is a business support agency on a mission to transform success for entrepreneurs and organisations across the UK.
Construction & Building Services StartUp of the Year - Tectonix Natural Stone
With a global supply network and a track record on prestigious developments, they’re redefining how natural stone is sourced, specified, and used.
Consumer Products StartUp of the Year - The Inhaler Tailor
The Inhaler Tailor was created to help people feel more confident and comfortable carrying and using their medical inhalers.
Consumer Services StartUp of the Year - NE14Addiction
Born from personal experience, the service offers deeply personalised recovery support to help others break the cycle and build a lasting, sober future.
Creative StartUp of the Year - Studio Self-Made
Studio Self-Made is a creative community built to help artists and makers grow their careers without burning out. They support creatives at every stage prioritising mental health as much as professional success.
Digital StartUp of the Year - MAGI
MAGI is an AI-powered wellbeing platform designed to support neurodivergent women navigating the complexities of burnout, hormone imbalance, and emotional overwhelm.
Education & Training StartUp of the Year - Corecom Technology Academy
A truly inclusive tech academy, opening doors for people from all backgrounds to start and grow careers in technology.
Fashion & Beauty StartUp of the Year - Cosy
Cosy Cosmetics specialises in body care products that leave the skin looking good and feeling smooth. Using a range of fragrances to offer a warm cosy experience.
Food & Drink StartUp of the Year - WheyBetter
WheyBetter is redefining the chocolate aisle with the UK’s first protein-packed, no-added sugar, vitamin-infused chocolate bar. Built on balance and bold flavour, they’re making it possible to enjoy your favourite treat, guilt-free and family-friendly.
Global StartUp of the Year - Manna Health
Manna Health is pioneering a new wave of functional nutrition, using the power of mushrooms, herbs, and natural ingredients to create biofortified foods that support energy, immunity, and everyday wellness.
Green StartUp of the Year - Smarta Energy
Smarta Energy is a digital energy consultancy helping UK businesses navigate the transition to smarter, more sustainable energy use.
Health & Wellbeing StartUp of the Year - Mamma Social Co
Mamma Social Co is building a modern village for moms, tackling isolation and loneliness one walk at a time.
Hospitality, Tourism & Events StartUp of the Year - Workgroup
Workgroup is reinventing legal events through small, focused discussions bringing together General Counsels in intimate, vendor-free ‘workgroups’ to talk openly, honestly, and off the record.
Innovative StartUp of the Year - Circular BioEnergy Technologies
Circular BioEnergy Technologies is developing biodegradable green batteries and pioneering sustainable energy solutions that don’t cost our planet.
Marketing, Advertising & PR StartUp of the Year - Low Digital
An award-winning performance marketing agency that helps businesses grow online through cross-channel, integrated strategies and driving results that matter across every stage of the customer journey.
Professional Services StartUp of the Year - Castle Peak Group
Castle Peak Group is an executive and board search consultancy championing diversity and inclusion at the highest levels of leadership.
Retail & E-Commerce StartUp of the Year - The Mum Collective
The Mum Collective creates sustainable, ethically made luxury loungewear designed to support women through pregnancy, feeding, and every stage beyond. Comfort, style, and conscious choices made for motherhood.
Rising Star Award - Ninja Guardian
Ninja Guardian is focusing on personal safety products. The company offers items such as alarms, drink spiking detection tools, anti-theft accessories, and smart trackers.
Rural StartUp of the Year - Mighty Minds Life Coaching for Kids
Mighty Minds Life Coaching for Kids empowers children to overcome social and emotional challenges through personalised, award-winning mindset coaching using NLP techniques.
Social Enterprise StartUp of the Year - UKind Therapy CIC
They empower survivors of domestic abuse through innovative VR therapy and tailored self-help programmes, creating safe spaces for healing and personal growth.
StartUp For Good Award - The SILK Exclusive Members Club
A supportive online community for sex workers, offering resources, tools, and a strong network to help members connect, grow, and thrive both inside and outside the industry. It’s a space dedicated to elevating well-being and fostering empowerment.
Young Entrepreneur of the Year - Studio Self-Made
Supports creatives at every stage prioritising mental health as much as professional success.
Business to Business StartUp of the Year & Judges Choice - CO4CH
CO4CH empowers founders to take control of their finances, raise capital confidently, and build lasting businesses through expert financial support and education.
Media & Entertainment StartUp of the Year & Judges Choice - Tapaygo Technologies
Tapaygo transforms event technology with an all-in-one platform for operations, event management, payments, and brand intelligence.
Medtech & Healthtech StartUp of the Year & Judges Choice - Nuumad
Nuumad is a subscription-based consultation platform designed for pharmacists, nurses, and independent prescribers, offering easy access to travel health vaccines and medicines through user-focused technology.
Once again, a huge congratulations to all the winners recognised at the North East, Yorkshire & The Humber StartUp Awards.
This celebration wouldn’t be possible without the people who bring it to life. A heartfelt thank you to Dylan Jones-Evans OBE, whose vision continues to shape the UK’s entrepreneurial landscape. To our brilliant host Calvin Eden, who lit up the room with energy, warmth and humour. And of course, to our sponsors and partners, Airwallex, Join Talent, and V-Rum, your support helps us champion founders across the country.
The 2025 UK StartUp Awards tour is only picking up pace. Here’s where we’re heading next:
12 June – North West (Manchester)
17 June – Midlands (Birmingham)
18 June – South West (Bristol)
19 June – Wales (Cardiff)
24 June – South East (Reading)
25 June – East of England (Cambridge)
26 June – London
To every finalist, winner, and guest who joined us in Leeds, thank you for being part of such a special night. We hope to se you at the national finals this September at Ideas Fest.