The EB100 league table serves as more than just a ranking; it stands as a testament to the hard work, groundbreaking ideas, and transformative efforts of these companies. From pioneering start-ups to well-established industry leaders, these businesses are at the forefront of shaping the future of British commerce.
This year’s winner, Must Have Ideas, has gone from an initial £3000 investment to an impressive £80million turnover and has launched the UK’s first-ever AI-powered shopping channel.
Commenting on the Top 100 Awards, Scott English, Brand Director for Elite Business, said: “This was a record year for entries, and the quality has been outstanding. Huge congratulations to the entire 100 and special recognition goes to our top five Must have Ideas, Costwold Fayre, de Novo Solutions, Lovey and Hair Syrup, who, between them, are dominating UK business.”
The top five companies in this year’s EB100 are:
The top five:
1. Must Have Ideas – The fast-growing UK e-commerce retailer selling innovative and practical household, garden, cleaning and storage products online to help customers “discover something new.”
2. Cotswold Fayre – The UK speciality food wholesaler that sources and distributes artisanal food and drink products from hundreds of producers to independent retailers across the country, with a strong focus on sustainability and B Corp principles.
3. de Novo Solutions – The Welsh digital transformation technology company that specialises in Oracle Cloud and ServiceNow-based enterprise solutions to help organisations modernise and personalise key business processes.
4. Lovey – The UK-based SME lender and broker (formerly Love Finance) providing fast, flexible business loans and funding solutions to small and medium-sized enterprises.
5. Hair Syrup – The UK haircare brand best known for its TikTok-viral natural pre-wash hair oil treatments designed to nourish, strengthen and promote healthy hair.
The full list of the 100 companies can be viewed at: https://elitebusinessmagazine.co.uk/eb100-winners
Amy Knight of Must Have Ideas commented “We’re thrilled to secure top spot on this year’s EB100. To have ranked first amongst so many extraordinary businesses is an incredible honour. This achievement is a proud reflection of our dedicated team’s relentless pursuit of innovation and our unwavering commitment to delivering world-class customer service.”
Simon Squibb, Founder of HelpBnk and EB100 judge, added: “Being part of the Elite Business 100 judging panel has been an incredible opportunity to witness firsthand the passion and innovation driving the UK’s SME sector. It’s inspiring seeing so many entrepreneurs turning their visions into reality.”
To honour these achievements, the top 100 companies and their guests are invited to a prestigious awards ceremony at the Leonardo Royal Hotel, St Paul’s, London, on 11th March 2026. This event will not only celebrate their accomplishments but also present additional awards to those who have demonstrated exceptional performance.
For more details on the awards night and to join in celebrating the UK’s leading SMEs, please visit the EB100 website here
