Universal Partners is delighted to be shortlisted for British Business Excellence Awards 2023, as a finalist in the Scale-Up category. Judging will conclude with a major awards ceremony on 14 November 2023, held at Grosvenor House Hotel, London. See the complete list of finalists here
Celebrating Outstanding UK Businesses
The British Business Excellence Awards recognise high-performing UK businesses. They highlight innovation, growth, and operational excellence across multiple sectors. Finalists join a year-long programme of networking events and roundtable discussions. Universal Partners ranks among the UK’s fastest-growing fintechs. The company uses data-driven strategies to deliver tailored cross-border payment and risk management solutions. They support growing businesses with international expansion, offering stability and expert financial insight. Our rapid growth secured them a finalist spot in the British Business Excellence Awards 2023, in the Scale-Up Business category.
A Word from Universal Partners
Dhaval Patel, Chairman and Co-Founder of Universal Partners, shared his thoughts: “We are proud to be selected as a finalist in the British Business Excellence Awards, serving as a testament to our team’s consistent dedication to improving the financial services available to growing businesses. The prestigious awards play an important role, celebrating the hard work of founders and business leaders throughout the country, and we hope to come away victorious in November among fierce competition.”
Recognition from the Awards Director
Sarah Austin, Founder and Director of the Lloyds Bank British Business Excellence Awards, added: “As the UK’s unrivalled celebration of business brilliance, resilience, and innovation – the Lloyds Bank British Business Excellence Awards takes centre stage – and this year is no exception. The anticipation is electrifying as we gear up for the grand event at the glamorous Grosvenor Hotel. We’ve seen an incredible wave of submissions across key industries especially tech, food, wellbeing, and energy. Kudos to each and every finalist who has made the shortlist – your entries have truly left us in awe of your extraordinary talent and dedication, setting the bar high for what it means to be a champion in the business world. You’ve made us stand up and take notice, and we can’t wait to celebrate your remarkable achievements.”
About the Awards
Founded in 2021 by Sarah Austin Events, the Lloyds Bank British Business Excellence Awards is an elite programme. It features a full calendar of events, including networking sessions, judging panels, and business showcases. The awards bring together organisations of every size, from fast-growing startups to national giants.
