Meg Hawkins, founder and CEO of the eponymous Shropshire home and giftware business Meg Hawkins, has been named a Midlands finalist in the creative entrepreneur of the year category of The Allica Bank Great British Entrepreneur Awards 2025.
Billed as The Grammys of Entrepreneurship, this year’s shortlist includes over 800 entrepreneurs from across the UK – all recognised for their innovation, impact, and resilience.
“I’m absolutely over the moon to be named a finalist! It’s a huge honour to be recognised alongside some of the UK’s most inspiring and ambitious businesses”
The winners will be announced at a ceremony on November 17 at London’s Grosvenor House. Past winners include the founders of BrewDog, Grenade, ClearScore, Zilch, and Unbiased.
Meg said: “I’m absolutely over the moon to be named a finalist! It’s a huge honour to be recognised alongside some of the UK’s most inspiring and ambitious businesses. This moment is a powerful reminder of how far we’ve come and why we do what we do – to create meaningful art that connects with people and brings joy into everyday life.”
From humble beginnings at the kitchen table to becoming a nationally recognised art and lifestyle brand, Meg Hawkins has grown steadily through bold creativity, entrepreneurial grit, and an unwavering dedication to quality and heart. The business remains proudly rooted in Shropshire, with a deep appreciation for its customers and the family and team behind it.