Peterborough Top 100 Award Categories

This page provides further detail on the award categories for the Peterborough Top 100 Awards.

Nominations are now closed.

Business Leader

This award recognises an individual who has demonstrated outstanding leadership within the business community, contributing to growth, resilience and success in Peterborough’s economy. The category celebrates those who lead with vision, integrity and a commitment to long-term impact.

This may include:

  • Strategic leadership that has driven business growth or transformation

  • Supporting local supply chains, jobs or inward investment

  • Championing responsible, ethical or sustainable business practices

  • Contributing positively to the wider business community

Civic Leader

The Civic Leader award celebrates individuals who have shown exceptional leadership in public, voluntary or civic life, helping to shape a stronger, more inclusive city. This category recognises those whose influence extends beyond their own role to benefit Peterborough as a whole.

This may include:

  • Leadership within public service, charities or civic organisations

  • Advocacy, partnership-building or community representation

  • Improving access, equality or civic participation

  • Making a measurable difference to local quality of life

Rising Star

This award recognises emerging talent making an early but significant impact in Peterborough. It celebrates individuals who demonstrate ambition, drive and potential, and who are already contributing positively to their sector or community.

This may include:

  • Rapid progression or achievement in their field

  • Demonstrating leadership, innovation or initiative early in their career

  • Making a positive contribution beyond expectations

  • Showing strong future potential as a city leader or role model

Innovator

The Innovator award celebrates individuals who challenge the status quo and introduce new ideas, approaches or solutions that create real impact. This category recognises creativity, problem-solving and forward-thinking leadership.

This may include:

  • Developing or implementing new products, services or processes

  • Driving digital, technological or creative innovation

  • Introducing new ways of working or solving local challenges

  • Delivering measurable improvements or efficiencies

Talent Champion

This award recognises individuals who actively support, develop and inspire others, helping people to grow, succeed and reach their full potential. It celebrates those who invest in skills, learning and opportunity across Peterborough.

This may include:

  • Supporting training, mentoring or skills development

  • Championing apprenticeships, education or career pathways

  • Promoting inclusion, progression and opportunity

  • Building strong teams and future talent pipelines

Environmental Impact Champion

The Environmental Impact Champion award celebrates individuals making a meaningful contribution to sustainability and environmental improvement. It recognises leadership that supports a greener, more resilient future for Peterborough.

This may include:

  • Driving environmental initiatives or climate action

  • Promoting sustainable practices or behaviours

  • Protecting or enhancing local natural environments

  • Influencing organisations or communities to reduce environmental impact

Global Growth Champion

This award recognises individuals who have helped raise Peterborough’s profile beyond the city, supporting national or international growth, partnerships or influence. It celebrates ambition, connectivity and outward-looking leadership.

This may include:

  • Expanding businesses or organisations into new markets

  • Building national or international partnerships

  • Promoting Peterborough as a place to invest, work or visit

  • Strengthening the city’s global reputation

Workplace Champion

The Workplace Champion award celebrates individuals who create positive, inclusive and supportive working environments. This category recognises those who place people at the heart of organisational success.

This may include:

  • Championing wellbeing, inclusion and equality

  • Creating strong workplace culture and engagement

  • Supporting flexible, fair or progressive employment practices

  • Leading by example and inspiring others

Community Impact

The Community Impact award recognises individuals whose dedication and commitment have made a lasting difference to communities across Peterborough. It celebrates grassroots action, volunteering and community leadership.

This may include:

  • Leading or supporting community initiatives or projects

  • Volunteering time, skills or resources

  • Supporting vulnerable or underrepresented groups

  • Strengthening community connection and resilience