The Merseyside Independent Business Awards (MIB Awards) founded by Morecrofts Solicitors, has officially crowned MyCardium AI as the Overall Winner for 2025, recognising its pioneering work in medical imaging and AI-driven cardiac diagnostics.
The announcement was made at a glittering black-tie ceremony on Thursday 16 October at the Titanic Hotel Liverpool, attended by almost 500 guests from across the Liverpool City Region. The awards, now in their eleventh year, celebrate the diversity, innovation and resilience of the region’s thriving independent business community.
Founded in 2013 by Morecrofts to mark the firm’s 200th anniversary, the MIB Awards have become a cornerstone of the local business calendar. Each year, they shine a spotlight on the region’s most dynamic businesses.
Alison Lobb, Managing Partner of Morecrofts said:
“Each year, the MIB Awards uncover remarkable stories of business innovation, creativity and entrepreneurial determination. This year’s finalists reflect that spirit, and MyCardium AI is a perfect example – using cutting-edge technology to make a tangible difference to people’s lives and to the future of healthcare. We are incredibly proud to recognise their achievement.”
This year’s headline sponsor was once again the Liverpool BID Company.
CEO Bill Addy added:
“Independent businesses don’t just contribute to our economy – they define the spirit of our communities. The MIB Awards are a vital platform to celebrate and elevate those who are pushing boundaries, improving lives and setting new standards. MyCardium AI embodies that mission, and we congratulate them on a well-deserved win.”
MyCardium AI, winner of the Digital & Technology Business of the Year, uses proprietary end-to-end AI software to revolutionise cardiac imaging. Their “human in the loop” technology is trusted by clinicians to increase accuracy, reduce cost, and speed up the development of new treatments across the globe.
Winners were chosen from hundreds of entries, reviewed by independent judging panels made up of experts across various sectors. This year’s finalists represented a broad spectrum of industries – from health and wellbeing to retail, construction, tourism and professional services – reflecting the strength and resilience of Merseyside’s independent economy.
Category sponsors for the 2025 MIB Awards included: JEC Business Finance, Everton FC, Merseyrail, Forresters IP, ONE Knowsley, The Guide Liverpool, Bruntwood, Butterworth Spengler, B&L Creative, Titanic Hotel Liverpool, Handelsbanken, DSG Accountants and FPC.
Full list of winners
Community Interest Company of the Year
Thrive
Trades or Manufacturing Business of the Year
Trojan Lighting Solutions
Professional Services Business of the Year
Sutcliffe
Culture & Tourism Business of the Year
Hope Street Hotel
Best Creative Business
[/#]Loud Speaker
Best Start Up
Girls On The Go
Retailer of the Year
Solo Car Sales
Children Focussed Business of the Year
Safe Hands
Food Venue of the Year
Derek’s
Health & Wellbeing Business of the Year
Girls On The Go
Digital & Technology Business of the Year & Overall Independent Business of the Year
MyCardium AI
Employer of the Year
Structec (N.W)
Business Person of the Year
Sean Keyes – Sutcliffe
