BK Development Recognised at the Female Business Awards 2026

A milestone for BK Development

BK Development has been built over the past few years, growing from a side business alongside my full-time NHS role into the business I now run full-time. What started as an opportunity to combine my interest in technology, design and helping other businesses has developed into something I'm really proud of.

Over that time, I've continually expanded my services, developed my skills, learned from new experiences and built relationships with businesses and other professionals along the way.

Running a business involves a lot more than the work people see from the outside. There's the planning, learning, networking, problem-solving and constant effort that goes into building something from the ground up.

Making the decision to move away from my full-time role and focus on BK Development has been a huge step, but it's one I'm incredibly happy to have taken.

Today, I get to work with businesses across a range of industries, helping them strengthen their online presence through web design and development, SEO and digital support. Being able to play a part in helping other businesses grow is what makes it so rewarding.

Runner-up in the Tech & IT category

The Female Business Awards took place in Manchester in October 2026, bringing together around 200 people to celebrate and recognise women-led businesses from across the UK. With such a high standard of businesses and achievements represented, it was a fantastic event to be part of.

Being named runner-up in the Tech & IT category was a particularly special moment.

Technology and digital services are constantly evolving, so working in this industry means continually learning, adapting and developing new skills. It's an area I'm genuinely passionate about, and it's exciting to see the work that goes into building a business in this sector recognised.

The standard across the category was incredibly high, and the winner was truly inspirational, bringing years of experience and achievement to the industry.

To be recognised alongside such talented and established businesses, especially at this stage of my own journey, was both unexpected and encouraging. It's a reminder of how much BK Development has progressed over the few years, and gives me even more motivation for what comes next.

Shortlisted for the New Business Award

Alongside the Tech & IT category, BK Development was also shortlisted for the New Business Award. Celebrating businesses in their first two years of trading.

For me, this category represented something slightly different. It was a celebration of the many exciting new businesses being built by women across the UK. Starting and growing a business takes courage, commitment and a willingness to keep pushing forward, particularly in those early years when you're learning as you go.

Being included among the businesses recognised in this category was a real encouragement and a reminder that every stage of the journey is worth celebrating.

Celebrating women in business

One of my favourite parts of the evening was being in a room with so many ambitious, talented and inspiring women, all building businesses in their own industries. It was a fantastic opportunity to celebrate the achievements of women in business, meet new people and hear about the journeys behind so many different ventures - they all had a story to tell.

Events like this are a great reminder of the importance of supporting one another, sharing experiences and recognising the hard work that goes into running a business.

A huge thank you to the Female Business Awards for organising such a fantastic event and creating an opportunity to celebrate so many brilliant businesses!

What's next for BK Development?

I'm incredibly proud of how far BK Development has come, but there's still so much I want to achieve. The business is continually growing and evolving, with new projects, new clients and opportunities to develop the services I offer.

My focus remains on helping businesses build a stronger digital presence, whether that's through a professionally designed website, improving their visibility through SEO or supporting their wider digital marketing. Most importantly, I want to continue doing work I enjoy, building great relationships with clients and helping other business owners achieve their goals.

I'd also like to say a genuine thank you to every client who has invested in BK Development, trusted me with their business and believed in what I'm building. Your support has played such an important part in getting the business to where it is today.

Being recognised at the Female Business Awards is a milestone I'll look back on with a lot of pride. To be named runner-up in Tech & IT and shortlisted for New Business, just a couple of years into the journey, is something I never expected.

Here's to continuing to learn, grow and see what the next chapter brings!

Find out more about BK Development and the services I offer, or get in touch if you'd like to discuss working together.