LGBTQ+ Flowers awards
We proudly present the LGBTQ+ Awards and FLOWERS Ball, celebrating outstanding contributions from LGBTQ+ individuals and allies.
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Friday 17th October 2025 at The Titanic Hotel Liverpool,
Stanley Dock, Regent Rd, Liverpool L3 0AN
welcome to the awards
The LGBTQ+ Flowers Awards, organised by The Collaborative Network
to celebrate the remarkable achievements within our community.
These awards are more than just accolades; they serve as a powerful platform to build and strengthen our networks through the medium of recognition and peer support. By highlighting the exceptional contributions of LGBTQ+ individuals and allies, we aim to foster a sense of unity and collaboration.
Why FLOWERS? Flowers symbolise the growth, collectiveness, diversity, and inclusion of the LGBTQ+ community, showcasing how individuals and identities come together beautifully - much like a bouquet
We invite you to submit a nomination for yourself, a friend, colleague or a business in one of our 13 awards categories join us in this celebration, to recognise the positive impact made by our peers, and to contribute to the growth and cohesion of our vibrant community.
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AWARD CATEGORIES
All of our awards are open to all members of the LGBTQ+ community and our allies.
RISING STAR AWARD
This award will celebrate the achievements of an individual in business or the community, under the age of 30.
Diversity Champion Award
This will be awarded to an individual who goes above and beyond to encourage diversity and inclusion to the benefit of their community or business.
LGBTQ+ Ally Award
This award will be presented to an individual who is an ally of the LGBTQ+ community.
Community Impact Award
LGBTQ+ businesses and their supporters across the North West go above and beyond to make their community a better place to live and work. This prize will be awarded to an individual who makes a real difference to the lives of people in their area.
Hospitality Personality
This award honours an individual who is A shining light in the hospitality industry.
Creative Industries Personality
This award honours an individual who has
demonstrated outstanding creativity, vision and
leadership in the creative industries.
Network / Support Group of the Year
This award honours a network or support
group that has had a beneficial impact on the
LGBTQ+ community.
Best Employer Award
This prize will be awarded to an LGBTQ+ employer or ally that goes above and beyond to make their business a truly great place in which to work.
SME Business
of the Year
Open to all inspirational LGBTQ+ owned or allied businesses with under 50 employees.
Large Business
of the Year
Open to all inspirational LGBTQ+ owned or allied businesses with more than 50 employees.
Inspirational Leader
of the Year
Our judges will be looking for LGBTQ+ individuals or allies who exemplify the traits of a great leader, no matter what their role.
Drew Cockton Entrepreneur
of the Year
Starting a business requires immense courage, bravery and often involves huge personal sacrifice. We celebrate those individuals who have created a successful business or businesses.
Lifetime Achievement Award
This award will celebrate an LGBTQ+ individual or ally of the community who has achieved remarkable things, either in their personal life or their professional career.
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Awards Ceremony: Friday 17th October 2025 | The Titanic Hotel Liverpool | 6.30pm til late
We proudly present the LGBTQ+ Awards and FLOWERS Ball, celebrating outstanding contributions from LGBTQ+ individuals and allies.
With 13 award categories, including the Rising Star Award, LGBTQ+ Ally Award, and the 'Drew Cockton Entrepreneur of the Year' award, we aim to foster unity, share experiences, and build lasting connections.
Join us in honouring the remarkable achievements that strengthen our community.
We look forward to seeing you there!