GO, go, go! The Broker News Awards are officially open for entries.
Brokers, and for the first time suppliers, now have a two-week window to showcase their achievements. Don’t delay – this year’s awards entry deadline is 25 February is extended by two days to midnight on 27 February 2025.
Here is everything you need to know about entering this year’s awards:
Who can enter?
✔️BVRLA-accredited brokers
✔️Suppliers to the industry
If you’ve never entered before, this could be your year – get involved!
How do I enter?
Via the simple online entry system. It is quick and easy to enter but if you need to, you can save your progress and return to it later. Access the entry system here: https://brokernews.co.uk/broker-news-awards-entry-form/
How many categories can my business enter?
Brokers can enter a maximum of two categories as well as nominating a Rising Star and their Funder of the Year. You can only vote for your Funder of the Year if you make an award entry (not open to suppliers).
What are the broker categories for 2025?
The categories are similar to last year except Best EV Broker which is now Best Salary Sacrifice Broker:
- Best Appointed Representative
- Best Small Broker (up to 1,000 units per year)
- Best Mid-Size Broker (1,001-5,000 units per year)
- Best Volume Broker (5,001+ units per year)
- Best Customer Service Broker
- Best Commercial Vehicle Broker
- Best Salary Sacrifice Broker
- Best SME Fleet Broker
- Best Innovation in Broking
Can suppliers get involved?
Yes. This year, we have added a Supplier of the Year category so that industry suppliers to the leasing broker sector can also take part.
Are there any further award categories?
Yes, we have:
- Broker of the Year – awarded by the judging panel
- Woman in Broking – awarded by the Broker News editorial team
- Editor’s award – selected by the Broker News Editor
What will I need to complete?
You will need to provide your business contact information plus delivered vehicle unit volumes. For each category entered, you will be asked to answer the following questions (maximum 250 words each). You can also include up to three customer testimonials.
- Why should you/your nominee win this award?
- What makes you/your nominee stand out from the competition?
- What has been your/your nominee’s biggest achievement in the last 12 months?
- What is your business doing or planning around ESG to reduce your impact?
What are the judges looking for in a winning entry?
✔️Compelling and concise answers
✔️Clear articulation of your business and services
✔️Differentiation
✔️Evidence of strong customer relationships & professionalism
✔️Employee engagement and development
If I have an issue with my entry, who do I contact?
The Broker News team is here to help – you can reach out to Laura Lerwill or Ralph Morton. If you want to see your entry from last year, then we can send it to you.
And finally, don’t forget to book your awards ticket!
We’ll be celebrating this year’s winners on the 3rd of April over lunch at The Orrery restaurant in London. Space is limited, so secure your place now here
Go to our Awards 2025 page for more information
Laura is a writer and Head of Marketing for Broker News, with extensive automotive experience from senior marketing roles with RBS/Nat West, Lombard Vehicle Management and Unipart. She is also a self-confessed petrol-head.
