The final countdown has now begun for the Inverclyde Chamber of Commerce 2026 ICON Awards. Taking place on Friday, 18th September 2026 at Greenock Town Hall, Inverclyde’s premier business event will bring together leaders, innovators and local champions for a glittering night of celebration.
Now in its final preparations, the black-tie event will honour outstanding achievements across 11 diverse categories.
ICON Awards 2026 – Finalists Announced
The Inverclyde Chamber of Commerce is delighted to announce the finalists for the ICON Business Awards 2026, celebrating the outstanding businesses, organisations and individuals making a positive impact across Inverclyde.
Young Rising Star (Under 25)
- Haris Ameen – Day-to-day Bute Street
- Jude Dow and Rio Mason – The Anchor
- Kenzie Lawrie – Oor Club
Most Promising Start-up
- Campbell Clifford Mortgages Ltd
- Clydeside Events – Kevin Reid
- Shona Darroch – The Travel Counsellor
Tourism & Hospitality
- Caley Pine Tours and Transfers
- Clyde Coast Saunas
- The Albany
Journey to Net Zero
- Blooming Inverkip
- Inverclyde Climate Change Action Network
- Inverclyde Community Food Group
Third Sector
- Ardgowan Hospice
- Home-Start Renfrewshire & Inverclyde
- Ocean Youth Trust
Community Impact
- Craig Malloy Coaching C.I.C
- Home-Start Renfrewshire & Inverclyde
- Moving On Inverclyde
Business Growth
- Inverweld Ltd
- McArthur Scott
- Titan Spirits Ltd
People & Workplace Excellence
- Partner Services Scotland Ltd
- McArthur Scott
- West College Scotland
Retail & E-commerce
- Day-to-day Bute Street
- Clyde Eats
- Smiths Greenock
Health & Wellbeing
- Mind Mosaic
- Moving On Inverclyde
- RIG Arts
Innovation & Excellence
- Crann Tiac SCIO
- Diane Chalmers
- Labourix Limited
The winners will be revealed at the ICON Awards on Friday 18 September 2026 at Greenock Town Hall, bringing together businesses, organisations and community leaders from across Inverclyde for an evening celebrating local achievement and success.
A Night of Celebration, Entertainment, Networking and Community
Popular TV and radio presenter Jennifer Reoch will return to host the ceremony, guiding guests through an action-packed evening featuring a delicious three-course meal, live entertainment and high-value networking with the region and some of Scotland’s top business leaders.
The evening will also focus on giving back to the local community. Guests will have the opportunity to participate in a grand charity raffle and auction raising vital funds for this year’s official charity partner, Ardgowan Hospice, supporting their essential palliative care services across Inverclyde.
Guests attending the ICON Awards will enjoy an evening packed with entertainment alongside the awards ceremony, including:
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- Magic Mirror Photo Booth – provided by Clydeside Events, giving guests the chance to capture memories throughout the evening.
- DJ Entertainment – music throughout the evening from George BroadwayBoogie, keeping the celebrations going.
- Table Magic – magician Steven Blair will be entertaining guests with close-up magic and table-side tricks throughout the evening.
- Auction – Place your bids for the chance to win a selection of fantastic prizes and experiences.
- Raffle – Enter for your chance to win fantastic prizes donated by local businesses.
The Chamber extends its sincere thanks to headline sponsor Diodes and Inverclyde Council, alongside category sponsors Applied AI, Business Gateway, Clyde Eats, Global Port Holdings, CVS Inverclyde, Renewco Power, James Walker Devol, Skills Development Scotland and West College Scotland for making this year’s celebration possible.
Secure Your Tickets
Members and non-members of the Chamber are welcome to attend the awards ceremony and are encouraged to book as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Don’t miss out on the Inverclyde business community’s biggest business night of the year. To secure your tickets or table, visit the official awards page: ICON Awards 2026 – Inverclyde Chamber of Commerce
Media & Sponsorship Contacts:
For any media inquiries, remaining sponsorship opportunities or further details about the 2026 ICON Awards, please contact:
- Caroline Wengel, Business and Membership Executive – membership@inverclydechamber.co.uk
- Rhea Gallacher, Marketing & Events Executive – events@inverclydechamber.co.uk
- Chamber Office Tel: 07872 444631
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