Wednesday 2nd July 2025
Midlothian & East Lothian Chamber of Commerce member, Brand Satellite, has been named a finalist in the 2025 Allica Bank Great British Entrepreneur Awards, shortlisted in the Creative Entrepreneur of the Year category. This award is kindly sponsored by Great Influence.
Known as “The Grammys of Entrepreneurship”, the awards celebrate the most exceptional and inspiring business stories across the UK. This year’s shortlist includes entrepreneurs from every nation and region of the UK, all recognised for their innovation, impact and resilience.
Past winners include the founders of BrewDog, Grenade, ClearScore, Zilch, and Unbiased, many of whom were recognised early in their entrepreneurial journey by the awards.
Giles Etherington, founder of Brand Satellite, said:
“I’m absolutely thrilled that Brand Satellite has been named a finalist. It’s an incredible honour to be recognised alongside some of the UK’s most exciting and ambitious businesses. This recognition is a huge testament to our hard work and our mission to give small, purpose-driven business owners the clarity, confidence and courage to go out there and grow successful, profitable businesses.”
Brand Satellite’s nomination comes on the back of an innovative new brand creation programme. Recognising small business owners’ challenges, Brand Satellite introduced a ground-breaking 28-Day Brand Launchpad. This is the only group brand creation programme of its kind in the UK, that brings together a small group of independent consultants and coaches who give each other feedback, advice and encouragement as they turn their business into a brand in just 28 days.
Participants engage in daily activities with regular group feedback sessions. This collective approach taps into the diverse knowledge, experience and perspectives of the fellow business owners.
The programme was nominated for the ‘Best Innovation in Business’ Award at the Midlothian & East Lothian Chamber of Commerce Business Awards 2024.
“Trying to create a compelling brand by yourself, without external perspectives is virtually impossible”, explains Giles Etherington. “This programme is like having a board of directors for 28 days, to support and encourage you as you create the perfect brand for your business.”
The help doesn’t stop after 28 days. Giles provides 12 months of ongoing support to hold you accountable and ensure you embed your new brand throughout your communications.
Participants attest to the transformative power of the programmme.
“Before working with Giles, I had tried a million different ways to get my work out there, and I’d really struggled to find the courage and confidence to let myself shine. Giles’ 28-Day Brand Launchpad was a game-changer for me!” explains Ruth Friedman, founder of Lead Being You. “This year, my work has reached new heights, and I’m super proud of what I’ve achieved. It is one of the best investments I have ever made in my business.”
The next 28-Day Brand Launchpad starts at the end of August.
For more information about Brand Satellite’s 28-Day Brand Launchpad (and an Early Bird Discount), please visit: https://brandsatellite.co.uk/28-day-brand-launchpad/
To learn more about the Great British Entrepreneur Awards, visit www.greatbritishentrepreneurawards.com.
For more information, contact:
Giles Etherington
Founder & Brand Creator
Brand Satellite
07940 544 804
Website: https://brandsatellite.co.uk/
28-Day Brand Launchpad: https://brandsatellite.co.uk/28-day-brand-launchpad/
