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Stewart Signs Wins Leadership Award at the Solent SME Growth 100 Awards 2026
POSTED 07.07.26A proud moment for everyone at Stewart Signs Group.
We are delighted to announce that Stewart Signs has been named the winner of the Leadership Award at the prestigious Solent SME Growth 100 Awards 2026. This recognition marks a significant milestone in our journey and reflects the dedication, passion and commitment shown by every member of our team.
The Solent SME Growth 100 Awards celebrate some of the region’s most ambitious, innovative and high-performing businesses. The awards recognise organisations that are driving economic growth, demonstrating outstanding leadership and making a meaningful impact within their industries and communities. Being recognised among such an inspiring group of businesses is an honor, making this achievement even more special.
In addition to winning the Leadership Award, Stewart Signs was also shortlisted for the SME Growth Award, recognising the significant progress and sustained growth the business has achieved in recent years.
At its core, the Leadership Award recognises organisations that foster strong cultures, inspire their people and unite teams behind a shared vision. It celebrates leaders who create opportunities for growth, encourage innovation and build businesses that deliver long-term success. We are incredibly proud to be recognised for values that have always been central to who we are and how we operate.
Reflecting on the win, Gareth Livingstone: Stewart Group CEO said: “At Stewart Signs, we firmly believe that great leadership is about empowering people. Our success has never been the result of one individual or one department. It is built on the collective effort of an incredible team who consistently go above and beyond to deliver outstanding results for our customers.”
Gareth continued: “From our design and project management teams to production, installation, administration and support functions, every member of the Stewart Signs family plays a vital role in helping us achieve our goals. Their expertise, creativity, dedication, and willingness to embrace new challenges are what continue to drive the business forward.”
Over the years, Stewart Signs has experienced significant growth, expanding our capabilities, investing in new technologies and strengthening our position as a trusted partner for clients across multiple sectors.
Throughout this growth, we have remained committed to the values that have shaped our business from the beginning: quality, integrity, collaboration and customer focus.
Winning this award is a testament to the culture we have worked hard to build. It reflects our commitment to creating an environment where people can thrive, develop their skills and contribute to projects that make a lasting impact. We believe that when our people succeed, our business succeeds.
The award also highlights the importance of continuous improvement and innovation. As our industry evolves, we remain focused on finding new ways to enhance our services, support our customers and create opportunities for our team. This forward-thinking approach has played a key role in our success to date and will continue to shape our ambitions for the future.
We would like to extend our sincere thanks to the organisers and judges of the Solent SME Growth 100 Awards for this recognition. Most importantly, we would like to thank every member of the Stewart Signs team. This achievement belongs to all of you.
Your hard work, professionalism and commitment to excellence are what make Stewart Signs the company it is today. We are incredibly proud of what we have achieved together and excited about what lies ahead.