Kerr & Watson Recognised as a Finalist at the 2024 Hampshire Business Awards
We are thrilled to announce that Kerr & Watson was named a finalist for Hampshire Business of the Year (up to 20 employees) and Hampshire New Business of the Year at the 2024 Hampshire Business Awards. This recognition highlights our dedication to excellence, innovation, and outstanding service within the mortgage and protection industry.
Celebrating Excellence at the Hampshire Business Awards 2024
The second annual Hampshire Business Awards brought together the county’s top businesses for a night of celebration at the Farnborough International Exhibition & Conference Centre. With a lively atmosphere, 370 guests enjoyed dinner while applauding the winners across 16 award categories.
The awards, organised by The Business Magazine, showcased the breadth of talent in Hampshire, from emerging start-ups to well-established industry leaders. Richard Thompson, Chief Executive of The Business Magazine, commented: “This year has been momentous with a huge response from many fantastic companies. The finalists range from the latest start-ups and successful companies scaling up through to well-established ‘veterans’ in their sector.”
Learn more about the 2024 Hampshire Business Awards.

A Milestone for Kerr & Watson
At Kerr & Watson, we have worked tirelessly to build a business that puts customers first, offering tailored mortgage solutions with a focus on transparency and trust. Being recognised as a finalist in two categories is an incredible milestone that reinforces our commitment to:
- Delivering expert mortgage advice to first-time buyers, home movers, and investors
- Building strong relationships with clients, lenders, and industry partners
- Driving innovation and efficiency in the mortgage process
- Supporting the local Hampshire community with exceptional service
A Night of Recognition and Giving Back
The event was supported by Hampshire County Council and headline sponsor Farnborough Airport, alongside category sponsors including Gulfstream, Associated British Ports, Herrington Carmichael, Milestone Infrastructure, Menzies, Gracelands, Barratt Redrow PLC, and Utilita.
Guests also raised a significant sum for the Hampshire & Isle of Wight Air Ambulance, the event’s nominated charity. The evening was hosted by media entrepreneur, writer, and performer Cally Beaton, who entertained the audience throughout the night.
Looking Ahead
Being named a finalist at the Hampshire Business Awards 2024 is a proud moment for Kerr & Watson. While we didn’t take home the award, the recognition of our efforts and growth within the industry fuels our passion for excellence.
We extend our gratitude to our clients, team members, and industry partners who have contributed to our success. Your trust and support make all the difference, and we are excited about what the future holds for Kerr & Watson.
For expert mortgage advice from our award-nominated team, get in touch with us today.










