Lester Aldridge is pleased to be sponsoring the Corporate Finance Adviser of the Year category at the South Coast Deals Awards 2026.

The awards, organised by The Business Magazine, celebrate the region’s most successful transactions, advisers and dealmakers, recognising the strength and innovation of the South Coast corporate finance community.

Jamie Earley, Partner and Head of Lester Aldridge’s Corporate and Commercial team, will also play a key role in this year’s programme as a judge, bringing his experience advising businesses, founders and investors on mergers and acquisitions, investments and cross-border transactions.

Commenting on the sponsorship, Jamie said:
“The South Coast Deals Awards are an important platform for recognising the quality and ambition of businesses and advisers across the region. We are proud to support the Corporate Finance Adviser of the Year category and to be involved in celebrating the deals shaping the South Coast market.”

The awards ceremony will take place on 10 September at the Leonardo Royal Hotel Southampton.

We look forward to supporting this year’s awards and celebrating the achievements of businesses and advisers across the region.