Celebrating outstanding interim management

Following a fantastic 2025 awards programme, we are currently preparing the 2026 Interim Management Awards, where we will once again recognise the interim leaders who deliver exceptional impact, transformation, and results for organisations across the UK.

What to expect in 2026

A refreshed awards programme reflecting the evolving interim market
An independent judging panel drawn from senior leaders, former award winners and NSCG client advisors
Wider recognition for both seasoned interims and emerging interim talent

Full details of categories, judging criteria, and key dates will be published later in 2026.

BEST COMMERCIAL CONTRIBUTION

Recognises interims who deliver measurable commercial results. This award focuses on clear top or bottom line impact, with evidence of sustainable value beyond the assignment. Judges look for tangible improvements to customers, channels, markets or revenue performance directly driven by the interim’s leadership.

BEST BUSINESS TRANSFORMATION

Celebrates interims who lead major organisational change. This award recognises those who redesign operating models, overcome complex challenges and deliver step change improvements in performance, efficiency or profitability through strong leadership and execution.

OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE

Awarded to interims who achieve significant operational or supply chain improvements. Judges look for clear evidence of cost reduction, efficiency gains, service improvement or quality uplift through disciplined delivery, simplification and better use of resources.

CHANGE LEADER OF THE YEAR

Recognises interims who drive meaningful and lasting cultural change. This award highlights leaders who unite teams in challenging environments, build trust and capability, and create conditions for sustained high performance.

BEST NEWCOMER

Awarded to an interim who has entered the market within the last 24 months and made an immediate impact. Judges look for individuals who have transitioned quickly, built credibility fast and delivered strong results from their first assignments.

LONG-TERM ACHIEVEMENT

Celebrates an interim with a sustained record of excellence. This award recognises long term contribution, consistent delivery across multiple assignments, and a reputation built on trust, impact and lasting client outcomes.

Key information

nominations

Opening later in 2026

judging & Voting

Details to follow

winners announced

Early 2027

Previous award winners (2025)

The NSCG Interim Management Awards celebrate tangible outcomes, leadership impact and change delivered at pace. Below are highlights from the 2025 award winners.

Best business transformation

Winner: Mark Cooper

Shortlisted: Jonathan Corns | Chris Ward

The judges recognised the remarkable scale of change delivered during a very challenging period for the business. Over 16 months, the winner steadied a company facing heavy losses, rebuilt a key customer relationship, refreshed the leadership team and restored confidence across a 500‑strong workforce. The panel praised the practical, hands‑on approach and the clear evidence of commercial, cultural and operational improvement.

Best commercial contribution

Winner: Graham Webb

Shortlisted: Jim Dobson | Jessamy Jones

The judges commended the winner for steering a complex regional programme through a sensitive and often political landscape. By securing agreement across multiple authorities, launching the region’s first unified film office and helping land major industry commitments, the work created long‑term economic value for the West Midlands. The panel highlighted the rare combination of commercial judgement, partnership building and lasting regional impact.

Best newcomer

Winner: Kate Bohn

Shortlisted: Dean Hill | Austen Robilliard

This was one of the closest‑run categories. The winner stood out for applying years of senior transformation experience immediately in an interim setting. Stepping into a heavily regulated environment without a permanent CIO, they brought order, built trust and strengthened resilience, restoring confidence with regulators at pace.

operational excellence

Winner: Kuldip Sandhu

Shortlisted: Judith Moore | Oscar Patrick

Following a serious cyber incident, the winner stabilised operations, improved service performance and raised IT maturity across a large, complex organisation. Judges cited strong measurable results, improved governance, reduced costs and a significantly more reliable service as clear evidence of operational excellence.

Change leader of the year

Winner: Lisa Davidson

Shortlisted: Kerry Wright | Joff Musson

Judges praised the winner for leading change across more than 30 countries in one of the most challenging not‑for‑profit environments. At a time of uncertainty and fatigue, they brought clarity, rebuilt trust and introduced a global operating model that staff could clearly understand and support.

Long-term achievement

Winner: Mandie Beitner

Shortlisted: Stacey Winter | Susannah Faulkner

With nearly two decades of interim leadership across multiple sectors, the winner has consistently delivered complex, high‑value programmes that leave organisations stronger. Judges highlighted a track record of measurable results, lasting frameworks and thoughtful leadership as the benchmark for long‑term interim contribution.

Stay informed

To be notified when nominations open:

Speak with your NSCG contact, or
Register your interest by contacting us at hello@nscg.com

About the awards

The NSCG Interim Management Awards were created to spotlight the often‑unseen contribution of interim leaders who step into complex, high‑stakes situations and deliver results at pace. Each year, the awards showcase excellence across commercial delivery, transformation, operational improvement, culture and long‑term achievement.

The NSCG Interim Management Awards are hosted by New Street Consulting Group, one of the UK’s leading interim management providers.