We’re absolutely thrilled to share that Launch North West has won the Marketing Impact Award at the Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce Excellence Awards 2025.
Our winning entry was built around the Wigan Business Awards campaign — a year-long celebration of local business success that’s powered entirely by community collaboration and organic engagement.
What began as an awards campaign has grown into a movement. It connects, celebrates, and amplifies local business stories across Wigan and Leigh. Through creative storytelling and shareable nominee packs, we’ve built a network of passionate sponsors, judges, and finalists. Together, we’re shining a brighter light on our borough’s business community.
Nichola Howard, Co-founder of Launch North West, said:
“We’re completely blown away. The campaign only works because people get involved, share, and support one another. We’ve always said we’re community builders first, marketers second, and this award proves how powerful collaboration can be.”
Jo Leigh, Co-founder of Launch North West, added:
“It’s such an honour to be recognised by the Chamber, especially for something that celebrates others. The data shows the reach, but it’s the people behind it – the businesses, sponsors, judges, and partners – who make the impact real. We’re so proud to be part of that story.”
The GMCC Excellence Awards celebrate outstanding businesses across Greater Manchester. The Marketing Impact Award recognises innovative, results-driven campaigns that deliver measurable outcomes and meaningful engagement, and we’re proud that our work for Wigan has been recognised on such a prestigious stage.
This win is for everyone who’s helped bring the Wigan Business Awards to life, our sponsors, judges, finalists, and community. Thank you for being part of something truly special.
