With nights getting shorter and spring just around the corner, now is the best time of the year for reflection.

Richmond Business Hub certainly thinks so, listing 13 awards that local businesses can either enter or nominate others for over the next few weeks.

There are categories for entrepreneurs and businesses of all shapes and sizes, from the Shaw Trust Disability Power 100 Awards to the Stelios Awards for Young Entrepreneurs in the UK.

Here's the full list courtesy of Richmond Business Hub:

Asian Women of Achievement Awards 2024

The Asian Women of Achievement Awards spotlight extraordinary achievements of Asian women across UK business, the arts, media, sport and social and humanitarian work.

Entries close on Wednesday 6 March 2024.

Creative Catalyst 2024

UK registered micro or small businesses in the creative industries sector can apply to Creative Catalyst 2024 for funding of up to £50,000 with a package of tailored support to grow their business. This fully funded grant programme is from Innovate UK.

Entries close on Wednesday 6 March 2024.

Black British Business Awards

The Black British Business Awards celebrate 10 years of exceptional performance and outstanding achievements of Black professionals.

Entries close on Friday 15 March 2024.

Stelios Awards for Young Entrepreneurs in the UK

The Stelios Awards for Young Entrepreneurs offer prizes for entrepreneurs aged 35 years or younger.

There are three cash prizes for the winners totalling £300,000 (first £150,000, second £100,000 and third £50,000) that must be invested in the business to further its growth and success.

Entries close on Friday 15 March 2024.

Kindness & Leadership

The Kindness & Leadership awards recognise the contribution of kind leaders to business, the economy and society.

Entries close on Wednesday 20 March 2024.

Open London

Open London is looking for businesses with innovative ideas to help improve London residents' lives in one of these areas: greener travel, greener lifestyle, healthy lives, equal social care, efficient energy and quality homes.

Entries close on Wednesday 20 March 2024.

Santander X Global Challenge

Santander X Global Challenge is a global competition supporting startups and scaleups seeking to innovate in education, employability and entrepreneurship.

Entries close on Thursday 21 March 2024.

Shaw Trust Disability Power 100 Awards

The Shaw Trust Disability Power 100 Awards recognise the UK's most influential disabled individuals and organisations. They celebrate ambition, achievement and impact. For the finalists recognised in the Disability Power 100, this is more than an award; it's a statement. It says you're a leader in your field, recognised by your peers and a catalyst for positive impact.

Entries close on Thursday 21 March 2024.

Enterprise Awards – Uniquely for Tech Founders

The 12th Enterprise Awards Dinner will be hosted on 26 June 2024 at the Drapers' Hall in the City of London. Each year, movers and shakers of the UK technology sector – entrepreneurs, investors and advisors – come together to honour the best of the best.

Entries close on Sunday 31 March 2024.

Creative Retail Awards 2024

The Creative Retail Awards feature 20 expertly curated categories, offering a broad platform for retailers, brands, agencies and suppliers to showcase their achievements.

Entries close on Sunday 31 March 2024.

Deutsche Bank Awards for Creative Entrepreneurs (DBACE) 

Calling all creative businesses and entrepreneurs! If you have a strong idea or existing business in the creative industries and want to create a positive social impact, apply to the Deutsche Bank Awards for Creative Entrepreneurs (DBACE) to win business support and up to £20,000 prize money.

Entries close on Tuesday 2 April 2024.

Hustle Awards 2024 

The Hustle Awards are here to celebrate all the founders, co-founders and

team members that have disrupted, impacted and taken a leap of faith with their business.

Entries close on Friday 5 April 2024.

Women of the Future - 50 Rising Stars in ESG

The Women of the Future awards showcase women who are driving positive impact in the environmental, social and governance fields.

Entries close on Wednesday 17 April 2024.