Be part of a 12-month PR movement celebrating the most inspiring class businesses across the UK — culminating in an unforgettable night of recognition and celebration.
Event Details
Saturday 10th October 2026
National Conference Centre, Coventry Rd, Hampton in Arden, Solihull B92 0EJ
The Class Business Breakfast | 10:00am – 1:00pm
The Class Business Awards & Afterparty | 6:00pm – 12:30am
Limited sponsorships available — partner announcements begin January 2026.
“The Class Business Awards will be the first to unite and celebrate every corner of the UK’s class industry.”
Across the UK, class-based businesses are changing lives — from children’s activity providers and creative studios, to fitness instructors, tutors, and adult training academies.
Until now, there’s never been a single platform that brings this entire industry together.
The Class Business Awards 2026 is changing that.
This isn’t just another awards night.
It’s a movement — designed to shine a spotlight on the people, brands, and stories behind the UK’s thriving class industry.
Over the course of 12 months, we’ll be sharing interviews, success stories, and features that celebrate the innovation, resilience, and community impact of class providers nationwide.
And it all builds up to one unforgettable day and night — where the industry finally comes together to connect, celebrate, and be recognised.
The goal? To raise the profile of the entire class business sector — and the incredible people who make it happen.
Why Partner with The Class Business Awards
This isn’t a one-night event.
It’s a 12-month storytelling journey that shines a light on the people and brands shaping the class business industry.
From January 2026, we’ll be rolling out a full-scale PR and content campaign like this sector has never seen before.
Every week there’ll be new interviews, stories, and features shared across social media, press, and our YouTube channel — all designed to showcase the people, innovation, and creativity that make this industry what it is.
Sponsors, judges, nominees, finalists, and winners will all be part of that story — featured, tagged, interviewed, and celebrated across hundreds of pieces of content throughout the year.
We’re investing in ad spend, video storytelling, and national media coverage to make sure those stories reach as many people as possible — with a goal of 500–1000 nominations across both children’s and adult class sectors.
And it all leads up to the biggest moment of the year —
a formal black-tie event with full AV production, professional photography and videography, a hosted awards dinner, and an afterparty that keeps the celebration going.
But the night isn’t the end.
It’s the climax of a year-long campaign — one that keeps your brand visible long after the lights go out.
Because every interview, every story, every winner, every moment — will be repurposed and reshared, giving every sponsor continued visibility and credibility throughout the year.
My entire year will be focused on this: PR, content, storytelling, and visibility.
It’s going to be a game-changer for the class business sector — and for the brands who choose to stand alongside it.
This is your chance to be part of the story — not just the stage.
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Who You'll Reach
The Class Business Awards brings together one of the most passionate, purpose-driven communities in the UK — the people building businesses that teach, inspire, and create impact through classes.
We’re talking:
🧒 Children’s activity providers and franchise networks
🎓 Tutors, trainers, and educators
🎭 Dance, drama, and performing arts schools
🧘 Fitness and wellbeing instructors
🎨 Creative, craft, and skills-based studios
🔧 Adult learning providers and professional training organisations
And in 2026, we’re going big.
We’re opening nominations to every class-based business in the UK — from early years to adult education — with a target of 500–1000 nominations in our first year.
Through our 12-month PR and content campaign, sponsors will reach thousands more through:
• Weekly social media features and interviews
• Email marketing across the Class Providers Business Academy network
• Paid ad campaigns driving traffic to nomination pages and features
• Press releases and media partnerships throughout the year
It’s visibility that grows, month after month — long before the awards night even arrives.
When you sponsor The Class Business Awards, your brand becomes part of the story seen by thousands across the UK’s thriving class business community.
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The Big Day:
Connection. Celebration. Visibility.
The Class Business Awards 2026 is more than a date in the diary — it’s the industry event of the year for class-based businesses across the UK.
It all takes place on Saturday 10th October 2026 at the National Conference Centre in Solihull — a stunning venue designed for connection, celebration, and content creation.
The Class Business Breakfast | 10:00am – 1:00pm
The day begins with an exclusive morning event for finalists, judges and sponsors— a relaxed yet high-energy networking session with interviews, panel discussions, and industry insights.
It’s where conversations start, collaborations form, and ideas flow.
Think coffee, connection, and camera crews capturing stories that will be shared across the year.
The Class Business Awards & Afterparty | 6:00pm – 12:30am
Then, the lights go down and the celebrations begin.
A formal black-tie awards dinner, complete with full AV production, professional photography and videography, and a hosted ceremony that celebrates the most inspiring class-based businesses across the UK.
After the final award is announced, the night continues with a DJ-led afterparty — a chance to unwind, connect, and celebrate success in true style.
Every moment — from the morning’s first coffee to the final song of the night — will be captured on camera, shared across social media, and turned into content that keeps our sponsors visible long after the lights go out.
It’s not just an event.
It’s a full day of stories, connections, and moments designed to keep your brand in the spotlight all year long.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Sponsoring The Class Business Awards 2026 isn’t just about visibility — it’s about becoming part of the story we’re telling across the entire class business industry.
Each partnership is designed to give you continuous exposure, connection, and credibility through every stage of the campaign — from launch to the awards night and beyond.
As a sponsor, you won’t just have your logo seen — you’ll have your voice heard.
Every partner will be interviewed by me for a dedicated feature that will be shared across YouTube, podcast, and social channels, shining a spotlight on your brand, story, and contribution to the sector.
All sponsors receive 12 months of integrated PR and visibility — featuring in interviews, email campaigns, nominee and winner coverage, and social storytelling throughout 2026.
Morning Event Partner — £1,800 (inc. VAT)
The Class Business Breakfast
Perfect for brands who want to connect directly with finalists, judges, and key decision-makers at the start of the day.
What’s included:
- Branded exhibition stand during the morning event for networking and engagement
- Logo on morning signage and materials
- Recognition as the official Morning Event Partner
- Mentions in social media, PR, and content coverage
- 2 VIP ticket for the evening Awards Dinner
SPONSORSHIP AWARDED
Drinks Reception Sponsor — £2,400 (inc. VAT)
Perfect for brands who want to be the name everyone sees as the celebrations begin.
What’s included:
- Branded drinks reception signage and mentions during welcome
- Logo on event programme and digital materials
- Inclusion in PR, email, and social coverage
- Opportunity to provide branded materials or gifts
- 2 VIP tickets for the evening Awards Dinner
Limited to 1 sponsor. Payment plan available at checkout.
Secure my SponsorshipAfterparty Sponsor — £2,400 (inc. VAT)
Perfect for brands who want to keep their name in the spotlight as the celebrations continue.
What’s included:
- Branding in the afterparty area and DJ shout-outs
- Logo on digital screens and social coverage
- Mentions in post-event highlight videos
- Opportunity to provide branded props or decorations
- 2 VIP tickets for the evening Awards Dinner
SPONSORSHIP AWARDED
Premium Award Category Sponsors — £1,997 (inc. VAT)
Ideal for established brands who want to align with a high-profile award and gain maximum recognition on stage and online.
What’s included:
- Logo on all category announcements and marketing
- Present the award live on stage
- Official photos with the winner
- Mentions in PR, email, and social content
- 1 VIP ticket for the evening Awards Dinner
Limited number available.
See below for the award categories available.
Premium Award Sponsor
New Business of the Year
Who can enter: Any class-based business launched in the last 24 months (independent, franchisee, licensee, or franchisor-owned location).
Criteria: Strong early growth, brand visibility, customer traction, clear business foundations.
Why sponsor this award: Celebrate and align with the most exciting new talent in the industry — ideal for brands looking to support start-ups or new market entrants.
Sponsor Awarded
Premium Award Sponsor
Powerhouse Business of the Year
Premium Award Sponsor
Brand Excellence Award
Spotlight Award Category Sponsors — £1,300 (inc. VAT)
Perfect for smaller brands or those new to the sector who want strong visibility and association with inspiring stories.
What’s included:
- Logo on all category announcements and marketing
- Present the award live on stage
- Official photos with the winner
- Mentions in PR, email, and social content
- 1 VIP ticket for the evening Awards Dinner
Limited number available.
See below for the award categories available.
Spotlight Award Sponsor
Children’s Activity Provider of the Year
Spotlight Award Sponsor
Rising Star of the Year
Spotlight Award Sponsor
Service Innovation Award
Spotlight Award Sponsor
Strategic Partnership Award
Spotlight Award Sponsor
Content Marketing Award
Spotlight Award Sponsor
Community Impact Award
Every package includes:
- Year-round PR exposure and content features (Jan–Dec 2026)
- Logo placement on website, event materials, and digital channels
- Mentions across nominee, finalist, and winner coverage
- Inclusion in professional photo and video content
- A personal interview feature with Krissy Monaghan across YouTube, podcast, and socials
The Visibility You Can’t Buy Anywhere Else
When you become a sponsor of The Class Business Awards 2026, you’re not just backing an event — you’re investing in 12 months of storytelling, PR, and visibility that money simply can’t buy.
From weekly content drops to national features, your brand will be woven into the entire campaign — creating constant, meaningful visibility across multiple channels all year long.
Here’s what that looks like in action:
What’s Included in Every Sponsorship
12 Months of PR and Social Visibility
Your brand featured across interviews, announcements, reels, press releases, and social posts — not just once, but continuously from January to December.
Professional Photography & Video Content
Your logo, presence, and moments captured in every key highlight — from the breakfast to the afterparty — ready to be shared again and again.
Feature Interview with Kristine Monaghan
Your story shared across the YouTube channel, podcast, and social media platforms — reaching thousands of business owners who follow The Class Providers Business Academy.
On-Stage Recognition & Networking Access
Build personal connections with finalists, judges, and guests during the day and on the night — the people shaping the future of the class industry.
Content That Keeps Working for You
All sponsor content will be repurposed and reshared throughout the year — giving your brand repeated exposure across multiple platforms long after the event itself.
Estimated Visibility Value: £10,000+
If you were to buy this level of exposure — across video, social, podcast, and event media — it would easily cost five figures.
But through sponsorship, you gain all of it for a fraction of the price.
This is not a one-off logo placement.
It’s a year-long PR partnership that builds trust, credibility, and visibility — while celebrating an industry that deserves to be seen.
When you sponsor The Class Business Awards, you’re not buying ad space — you’re claiming your place in the story.
Secure your SponsorshipSponsor announcements begin January 2026 — limited opportunities available.
Meet the Woman Leading the Movement
I’ve walked this path myself.
I’ve built, scaled, franchised, and supported class-based businesses across the UK — and I know exactly what it takes to grow and thrive in this industry.
Over the past 13 years, I’ve turned ideas into industry-leading brands, created opportunities for hundreds of entrepreneurs, and helped thousands of class providers transform their businesses.
Now, I’m taking everything I’ve learned — and building the platform this sector truly deserves.
A Few Highlights From My Journey
- Built three multi-figure businesses from the ground up — Mess Around franchise, Sports Master Franchise, and The Children’s Activity Business Club
- Scaled a franchise network to 40 locations in just five years
- Supported 13 businesses to franchise and helped them award over 30 new franchisees in the last two years
- Award-winning business owner and multiple-time finalist
- Accredited Recognised Sales Strategist and best-selling author of Market Like A Pop Star
- Generated over £100K in passive income
- Ranked Top 5 Sales Partner (out of 100) in the UK’s biggest online launch, contributing to $2.3 million in sales
- Podcast host with over 13,500 downloads and brand sponsorships
- Helped over 1,000 business owners with marketing and business strategy
- Judge for Club Hub UK, Franchise Disruptive, and Nottingham Baby & Toddler Awards
- Hosted the Club Hub UK Ice Breaker for 200 providers
- Sponsor of the Marketing Pop Star of the Year Award at Club Hub Awards 2023
- Guest speaker at the Business Success Network Conference: “How to Build a Personal Presence”
- In-demand trainer for franchise networks across the UK
I’ve seen the struggles, the successes, and the sheer heart that drives this industry — and I believe it’s time for the class business sector to take its place on the national stage.
That’s why I’ve created The Class Business Awards.
Because when we celebrate the people behind the classes, we raise the standard, the profile, and the power of the entire industry.
Now it’s time to bring everyone together — and I’d love you to be part of it.
Recognised, Awarded, and Trusted
✔️ Multi-award-winning business owner and multiple-time finalist
✔️ Sponsor of the Marketing Pop Star of the Year Award at Club Hub UK
✔️ Judge for Club Hub UK, Franchise Disruptive, and Nottingham Baby & Toddler Awards
✔️ Guest speaker at national industry events including The Business Success Network Conference
✔️ Host of the Market Like A Pop Star podcast — over 13,500 downloads and brand sponsorship
The Class Business Awards brings together this same spirit of excellence, celebration, and connection — on a national stage for the very first time.
You’ll be in great company — alongside brands and business owners raising the standard for the class industry.
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Let’s Build Something Brilliant Together
The Class Business Awards 2026 isn’t just an event — it’s a movement.
A 12-month campaign celebrating the class business industry through stories, visibility, and connection — culminating in an unforgettable night of recognition.
Now you can be part of it.
Simply choose your sponsorship package, click “Buy Now,” and secure your space instantly.
Each opportunity is limited.
Once a category, partner, or feature is sold, it will be marked as SOLD OUT.
Your sponsorship will be confirmed immediately, and you’ll receive an email with next steps for brand features and onboarding into the PR campaign.
Select. Purchase. Partner.
Sponsor announcements begin December 2025. Partnerships run January–December 2026.
Buy directly and be part of the UK’s first awards dedicated to class-based businesses.
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