Why Carnegie Group Won Small Business of the Year 2025
Carnegie Group was named the Small Business of the Year 2025 at the Lloyds British Business Excellence Awards, recognised for its integrity-led growth, authentic leadership, and powerful people impact. The judges praised Carnegie for redefining what success looks like in the construction sector — proving that purpose, ethics, and excellence can go hand in hand.
The founders’ authentic leadership and integrity stood out, as they spoke openly about both their successes and challenges, sharing how their partnership was built on trust and shared values. Their strong stance on paying suppliers and subcontractors promptly — a commitment born from personal experience — reflects a business built on fairness and respect.
Carnegie’s commitment to people was evident through its work creating opportunities for disadvantaged and young individuals, with an emotional employee story illustrating the company’s genuine, caring culture.
Competing — and excelling — beyond its own industry awards, Carnegie impressed the judges with credible growth, transparent communication, and grounded confidence. As the panel concluded, “Carnegie Group represents integrity-led growth that lifts people and suppliers alike — a construction business that competes, communicates, and cares at the highest level.”
“Carnegie Group is an architectural design and construction company specialising in steel frame construction projects across the South East.
Founded by industry experts David Mindham and Simon Barren, we have grown through reputation, rapidly scaling in turnover and employees year-on-year since 2022. Building client and team confidence, the Carnegie way.”
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