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The finalists of the Black British Business Awards 2025 have been announced.

The annual event recognises the exceptional performance of black professionals and entrepreneurs across the º£½ÇÊÓƵ, with nominees including the leaders of prestigious global brands and the founders of successful businesses.

A total of 36 individuals have been listed this year with finalists from companies such as JPMorganChase, Goldman Sachs, Sephora, Dentsu Creative, LinkedIn and Kantar.

Now in its 12th year, the awards have recognised more than 400 black professionals and entrepreneurs for their contributions to business, in addition to employers and allies that continue to address black racial equity gaps.

Black British Business Awards chair and executive founder Dr Sophie Chandauka said: “I am proud to celebrate this year’s BBBAwards finalists - world-class professionals and entrepreneurs whose achievements inspire us all and raise aspirations across society.

"We applaud companies that are backing black talent and taking meaningful action to ensure transparent and equitable distribution of capital, access to opportunity and top jobs."

This year’s finalists - and overall category winners – will be celebrated on October 17 at an awards ceremony at the InterContinental London, Park Lane, joined by senior figures in British business, prominent opinion leaders and influencers representing all sectors and regions of the British economy.

"We can drive progress towards a fairer, more equal society and a truly inclusive British economy where investment and effort are allocated strategically to solve problems that, once addressed, can contribute a more stable future for our children and greater prosperity for all," added Dr Chandauka.