BikeBiz Awards 2026: Call for Judges
The BikeBiz Awards are set to return for their 18th edition on 15 October 2026, once again at Birmingham’s Button Factory. This annual event celebrates excellence across the UK cycling industry, recognising outstanding achievements from local independents to distribution giants. (bikebizawards.com)
Seeking Esteemed Judges
To ensure a fair and comprehensive evaluation process, we are assembling a diverse panel of judges with expertise spanning advocacy, retail, media, distribution, and brand management. In 2025, our panel comprised 18 distinguished judges from various sectors, including marketing and leadership. (bikebiz.com)
Judging Process
Selected judges will receive a shortlist of nominees and are required to provide their preferred winners along with justifications for their choices. To maintain impartiality, judges must abstain from voting in categories directly related to their organisations. Additionally, judges will enjoy complimentary access to the awards ceremony and may participate in “Meet the Judge” interviews, offering insights into their professional perspectives. (bikebiz.com)
Application Details
Interested professionals are invited to apply through our BikeBiz Judge Application Form. The categories for this year’s awards will be announced at the end of May, followed by the opening of nominations. Nominations will close in July, with the shortlist announced shortly thereafter. Voting will then open for the industry, and judges will provide their input. The awards ceremony is scheduled for Thursday, 15 October 2026. (bikebiz.com)
Stay Informed
For more information about the awards and to view a list of last year’s winners, please visit the BikeBiz Awards website. For advertising and sponsorship opportunities, contact Richard Setters at rsetters@datateam.co.uk. (bikebiz.com)
Join us in recognising and celebrating the achievements that drive the UK cycling industry forward.