Angels of Entrepreneurship
An awards programme recognising companies that invest in growth, innovation and community
IV Edition · Autumn 2026 · Applications openAbout the programme
Angels of Entrepreneurship is a unique business club and awards programme created by the Foundation for the Promotion of Nowa Huta. Our goal is to recognise entrepreneurs who build a positive ecosystem for the entire local community through their work.
Jury & criteria
Inspired by the best: Polish Business Eagles, Trusted Company, Superbrands
Jury composition
5–7 independent experts: entrepreneurs, academics, industry specialists and local government representatives
What the Angel receives
- Gold paper certificate signed by the jury
- Digital SVG badge to display on their website
- Entry on the prestigious krakow.business winners list
- PR in regional and industry media
Assessment criteria
- 30%
Customer service quality & loyalty
Customer reviews, satisfaction levels, building long-term relationships and trust within the local community.
- 20%
Innovation & digital development
Adoption of new technologies, process digitisation, active online presence and openness to change.
- 20%
Business ethics & CSR
Fair trading practices, transparency, social responsibility and environmental awareness.
- 15%
Contribution to the local community
Collaboration with local initiatives, employing local residents, supporting cultural and sports events in Kraków.
- 15%
Financial stability & prospects
Company financial health, development plans, employment stability and long-term outlook.
IV Edition schedule
September 2026
Applications open
October 2026
Jury assessment
November 2026
Final nominations
December 2026
Ceremonial Angels Gala
How it works
Nomination
Fill in the online form and nominate a company
Assessment
The jury verifies the application within 7 days
Gala
Ceremonial awards presentation
Certificate
Gold badge and Angel of Entrepreneurship certificate
Nominate a company
Past winners
First results will be announced after the IV edition concludes.
Gallery
Gala III edycja 2024
Wręczenie certyfikatów
Laureaci II edycji 2023
Networking krakow.business
Relacja z Gali Aniołów III edycja 2024
Klub Biznesowy
Frequently asked questions
Who can nominate a company?
- Anyone — a customer, collaborator, business partner, or simply someone who knows the company and wants to recognise it.
Can a company nominate itself?
- Yes, self-nomination is allowed. Enter your own details in the "Your full name" field.
When will the IV edition results be announced?
- The planned gala ceremony is Autumn 2026. The exact date will be announced on this page.
What does an Angel recipient receive?
- A gold paper certificate, a digital badge to display on their website, and an entry on the prestigious krakow.business winners list.
Is participation paid?
- Nomination submission is completely free. The programme is a non-profit initiative of the Foundation for the Promotion of Nowa Huta.