Netmatters Win Double at the Broadland and South Norfolk Business Awards 2026

We are thrilled to announce that Netmatters took home not one, but two awards at the Broadland and South Norfolk Business Awards 2026 - winning both the Business Innovation Award and the Employer of the Year Award.

Written by Erika Cole


Held on Wednesday 18th March 2026 at Norwich City Football Club, the Broadland and South Norfolk Business Awards celebrated the outstanding achievements of businesses and organisations across the region. The annual event brings together companies of all sizes, recognising excellence, innovation, and the incredible people behind some of the area's most forward-thinking organisations. To be nominated for two awards is a fantastic achievement in its own right, but to win both is a remarkable testament to the hard work, dedication, and passion that runs through every corner of Netmatters.

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"It was such a privilege to be able to sit and spend the time going through all of the things that make Netmatters an exceptional employer when working on our application. It's not often you stop and really think about how we've got to this point, but I'm so proud to work for an employer who takes things like training, progression, and staff engagement seriously. Each day we're challenged to do our best and supported by management in doing so." Tessa Dempsey

Business Innovation Award

The Business Innovation Award recognises organisations that are pushing boundaries through the application of technology and creative thinking. For us, this award is a direct reflection of the talent and expertise of our teams, who day in, day out apply their diverse technical skills to deliver exceptional results - not just for our clients, but in how we continue to evolve and improve as a business.

"The Business Innovation award is a fantastic showcase of the incredible talent and skills that are being applied here every day, both in improving our own business and that of our clients through our diverse use of tech." Elliott Peacock

 

Employer of the Year Award

The Employer of the Year Award celebrates businesses that go above and beyond to create a workplace where people can truly thrive. It shines a light on the leadership, culture, and commitment that makes a company not just a great place to work, but a place where people grow, are supported, and are inspired to do their best work every single day. This award means a great deal to us - it's a recognition of the entire Netmatters team and the culture we've built together.

"The Employer of the Year award is a real showcase of our leadership team here, who do a fantastic job in creating and nurturing a culture of support and opportunity for our team." Elliott Peacock
"Winning both of these awards on the same evening is a moment I'll remember for a long time. They represent everything we've been working towards as a business creating an environment where brilliant people can do brilliant work. I'm incredibly proud of every single member of the Netmatters team, and this recognition belongs to all of them." Jim Palmer
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A Proud Moment for Netmatters

Winning these two awards is a proud milestone for Netmatters, but it is also a reminder of what we are building together - a business where innovation and people are at the heart of everything we do. We are grateful to the Broadland and South Norfolk Business Awards for this recognition, to every member of the Netmatters team whose hard work and dedication made it possible, and to our clients who trust us to deliver excellence every day. As we look ahead, these awards inspire us to keep pushing boundaries, keep investing in our people, and keep striving to be the very best we can be. Here's to what comes next!