We are proud to share the results of the 2026 Business Leader Awards. These awards recognise business leaders and organisations showing clear direction, practical innovation and meaningful commercial impact across a range of sectors. From global enterprise and consultancy to manufacturing, education and digital services, this year’s winners and finalists reflect the many ways strong leadership can shape business progress.
2026 Business Leader Award Winners
Leadership built around innovation, mentorship and international growth is central to ByDzyne Inc, winner of the Business Leader Innovation Award. Under the strategic influence of Co-Founder and Chief of Corporate Strategy Chad Chong, the business has continued to develop a global community-led model that combines digital entrepreneurship, virtual mentorship, live engagement and product innovation. His work reflects a leadership approach focused not only on commercial momentum, but on building opportunities for others to participate, grow and connect within a wider business ecosystem.
With a career spanning startups, major enterprises and regional innovation projects, 10 IN HOUSE Strategy & Design receives the Consultancy Business Leader of the Year award. Founder Jason Tennenhouse has applied a design-thinking-led approach across strategy, innovation and venture development, helping organisations turn complex challenges into clear, practical direction. His record includes work across enterprise consulting, market entry, grant-supported economic development and founder coaching, making this award a strong reflection of his breadth, discipline and strategic contribution.
In the manufacturing sector, Hawthorn International Ltd earns the Manufacturing Business Leader of the Year award. Rob Willson’s leadership has been recognised for combining commercial focus with product quality, client service and team development. His work at Hawthorn International reflects the importance of clarity, collaboration and accountability in a fast-moving industry, particularly where ambitious product ideas need to be translated into reliable, market-ready outcomes.
Training, education and practical client development sit at the heart of Ecomxpert LLC, winner of Training and Education Business Leader of the Year. Founder and CEO Samiullah has built a multi-channel e-commerce consultancy with an international outlook, supporting clients across major marketplaces and digital platforms. His approach combines hands-on account management with structured training, helping entrepreneurs and brands build capability while improving marketplace performance through data-led strategy, reporting and execution.
The Best Young Business Leader award goes to Eaglestone Agency, a business shaped by resilience, adaptability and a strong community ethos. Founded after a personal career turning point, the agency has quickly developed services across social media strategy and environmentally conscious web hosting. Its work with small businesses, charities and public figures demonstrates an ability to deliver measurable digital outcomes, while its commitment to charitable giving reflects a values-led approach to early-stage business leadership.
2026 Business Leader Award Finalists
- Knightwood – Business Leader of the Year
- 10 IN HOUSE Strategy & Design – Business Leader of the Year
- Eaglestone Agency – Business Leader Innovation Award
- Ecomxpert LLC – Best Young Business Leader
- Knightwood – Consultancy Business Leader of the Year
A Broader Story of Leadership
This year’s Business Leader Awards reflect the range of qualities needed to lead effectively in modern enterprise. The achievements recognised include strategic thinking, client impact, market development, education, innovation and the ability to build trust with teams, partners and communities. Across different industries and regions, the winners and finalists demonstrate that leadership is not defined by one path, but by the consistency and clarity with which people move their organisations forward.
The background behind this year’s awards points to leaders who have built businesses, advised complex organisations, supported entrepreneurs, developed teams and responded to change with purpose. Their work reflects a grounded form of leadership: practical, adaptable and focused on outcomes that can be seen in growth, capability, opportunity and stronger organisational direction.
From all of us at Altaris Business Awards, congratulations to the winners and finalists of the 2026 Business Leader Awards. Your achievements show the value of leadership that combines vision with delivery, and ambition with responsibility.
