’For Men To Talk’ has been shortlisted for Britain’s best Heart Of Gold business

‘For Men To Talk’ has been chosen as a finalist for the Heart Of Gold at this year’s Small Awards.   

Now in its ninth year, The Small Awards is a nationwide search for the UK’s greatest small firms, across all sectors. It is organised annually by Small Business Britain, which champions and supports the nation’s 5.5 million small firms. 

Founded by Luke Newman in December 2019, ’For Men To Talk’ is a men’s peer support group, a chance for men suffering with anxiety, depression and grief to talk with other fellow sufferers.

It has been selected as one of just eight finalists for the Heart Of Gold category which recognises the small businesses that have a special impact on their local community, and by working with other small businesses, local charities, schools, local councils, or their local residents that have achieved great things.  

This year sponsored by marketing solution Constant Contact, the Small Awards celebrate the successes of Britain’s small businesses, with eleven different awards for small firms leading the way across everything from sustainability to digital adoption, and showcasing all types of small businesses including social enterprises, family-owned businesses, sole traders and start-ups.  

“Every year, the Small Awards celebrate the UK’s most inspiring small business owners, who are the heart of their communities, and are fuelling the nation’s economic growth,” said Michelle Ovens CBE, Founder of Small Business Britain.

“The awards are a great opportunity to recognise the success and contributions of so many small businesses - ‘For Men To Talk’ is extremely deserving of being a finalist, and we look forward to celebrating together in May.” 

Erika Robinson, UK General Manager at Constant Contact, said: “SMEs represent over 99 per cent of the business population in the UK, so they play a vital role in boosting the British economy, and deserve to have their tenacity and success celebrated. 

“Constant Contact is committed to helping small businesses succeed, so we’re delighted to support The Small Awards this year and help celebrate the best of British SMEs.” 

Luke Newman, CEO, ‘For Men To Talk‘ said “To be named a finalist for the Heart Of Gold award is a deeply humbling moment for ‘For Men To Talk‘ . When I founded the group in 2019, it was with a simple but vital mission—to create a safe space for men to open up and support one another. To now be recognised nationally for the impact we’ve had on our community is not only an honour, but a powerful reminder of how important it is to keep these conversations going. This recognition belongs to every man who’s walked through our doors and every supporter who’s stood by us.”

Judged by a panel of industry experts, the winners of all categories, including the overall winner of the Small Business of the Year award, will be announced at an awards ceremony in London on 22 May 2025. 

The ceremony will this year be held at St Mary’s Church in London, with plans underway for a fun-filled night of celebration, entertainment, and inspiration for guests. 

‘For Men To Talk’ is a men’s peer support group, a chance for men suffering with anxiety, depression and grief to talk with other fellow sufferers. ’For Men To Talk’ offers physical, virtual, fishing and walking meetings.

For further information on ‘For Men To Talk’, visit www.formentotalk.co.uk, or you via Luke Newman, at 07709 446480 or via email at luke@formentotalk.co.uk.