Small Business Social Media Award Finalists | SocialDay's Social Media Marketing Awards 2026

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The Finalists Revealed: Small Business Social Media

Some of the most creative, authentic and commercially sharp social media work is coming from small businesses that know their audience inside out and move faster than any large brand could. The Small Business Social Media category celebrates businesses proving that great social media isn't about the size of your team or your budget. This year's finalists have built standout brands, loyal communities and impressive commercial results through creativity, consistency and a deep understanding of their audience.

Congratulations to our shortlisted finalists:

  • Comms Creatives - The Joyful Yellow Brand Brightening Up Social Media for Comms Professionals
  • DaysLikeThis.Life - DaysLikeThis.Life: The Bristol Family Brand Turning Real Life Into Multi-Million-View Social Media
  • develop - The Human Recruitment Brand - How I Grew develop Through Employee Advocacy and Thought Leadership
  • The Social Dragonfly - Growing Fiona's Financial Adviser Business Online
  • Your Personal Secretary - Supporting Small Businesses With Heart

The winner will be revealed live at the Social Media Marketing Awards 2026, 8th October, where we'll celebrate the people, teams and campaigns setting the standard for social media marketing. Grab a ticket to attend the event and celebrate together!

Congratulations to all of this year's finalists!!