We’re proud to announce that Hicks Baker was a sponsor of the recent Thames Valley SME Growth 100 Awards, hosted by Insider Media at Stanlake Park Wine Estate. The event celebrated the region’s most dynamic SMEs, recognising growth, innovation and leadership.
Celebrating Local Success
The awards showcased thriving businesses across the Thames Valley. Notably, the Tech Company of the Year title – sponsored by Hicks Baker – was awarded to Nervecentre Software, reflecting the region’s strength in the technology sector, one of the key drivers of office and business space demand across the Thames Valley.
Recognising Outstanding Achievement
Hicks Baker also sponsored the Special Recognition Award, honouring an SME that has gone above and beyond in its field. This year’s winner, Oxford BioTherapeutics, was celebrated for its innovative work in identifying novel cancer targets and advancing first-in-class antibody-based therapies through strategic partnerships and research excellence.
Why We Supported the Event
As a local commercial property advisor with deep roots in the Thames Valley market, we’re committed to championing the entrepreneurial spirit that drives our region forward. The continued growth of SMEs – particularly within innovation hubs such as Oxford, Reading, and beyond – plays a vital role in shaping demand for office, lab and commercial space and informing evolving workplace strategies.
The thriving SME and tech sectors are transforming the region’s property landscape, increasing demand for flexible, high-quality space and influencing how landlords and occupiers plan for the future.
At Hicks Baker, we also regularly advise a wide array of life science, tech and SME occupiers. We’re proud to support this momentum and contribute to the continued success of the Thames Valley business community.
To find out more about how we could assist with your property needs, please contact Dominic Faires. D.faires@hicksbaker.co.uk 07967 375 962.
Read more about the event here: Thames Valley SME Growth 100 Awards 2025 – winners revealed | Insider Media
