We are delighted to share that Katie Bullon, CEO and founder of Activ Marketing Franchise, has been named as a finalist in the Best Business category at the Enterprise Vision Awards 2026, the UK’s largest celebration of women in business.

The EVAs have been championing female entrepreneurship since 2011, recognising women who lead, grow and create genuine impact across every sector of the UK economy. The Best Business category celebrates founders and leaders who are building something with real substance, not just for themselves, but for the people around them.

That feels like a good fit for Activ.

The Activ network exists to help small and medium sized businesses grow through great marketing. The franchisees who operate under the Activ brand are not just running their own businesses. They are working directly with the owners of local and regional businesses every day, helping them get visible, generate leads and build the kind of marketing foundations that actually hold. The ripple effect of that work across communities and economies is something we genuinely believe in.

Being shortlisted in this category reflects the collective effort of the network. It reflects the franchisees who show up for their clients week in, week out, and the clients who trust them to deliver.

The ceremony takes place on Friday 2nd October 2026 at the Winter Gardens, Blackpool.

Wish us luck!

To find out more about how Activ can help your marketing business, download our brochure here.