We’re thrilled to share that Outrank has been shortlisted at VelociTees 2026 and will also sponsor the Turnover (Large Business) category, recognising organisations generating over £10m in revenue.
VelociTees has become one of the Tees region’s most respected celebrations of high-growth businesses. It recognises the companies driving economic momentum, innovation and long-term regional impact.
To be recognised among this year’s finalists, while also supporting the event as category sponsor, is a moment we do not take lightly.
What Is VelociTees and Why Does It Matter?
VelociTees, organised by Tees Business, celebrates the fastest-growing companies across the Tees Valley. It focuses on sustainable growth, resilience and measurable commercial performance.
This is not simply about revenue spikes. It is about strategic expansion, operational discipline and long-term value creation.
Last year’s event was described as ‘a celebration, not a competition’, and that sentiment captures what makes VelociTees different. The room is full of ambitious leaders who understand that regional success is collaborative. When one business grows, the ecosystem strengthens.
For us at Outrank, that aligns perfectly with how we view growth.
Why Are We Sponsoring the Turnover (Large Business) Category?
As a performance-led digital growth agency, we work with scaling businesses across the UK. Revenue growth, margin improvement and commercial clarity sit at the heart of everything we build.
The Turnover (Large Business) category represents organisations generating over £10m in annual revenue. These businesses have moved beyond early traction, they are operating at scale, they are managing complexity. They are investing in systems, teams and long-term infrastructure.
We sponsor this category because we understand what it takes to reach and sustain that level of growth.
It requires more than marketing activity, it demands a structured growth operating system, aligned leadership, data visibility and conversion performance across the entire customer journey.
Last year’s Turnover, Large Business category, which we proudly sponsored, highlighted what strategic scale really looks like. Moonrise 24hr Recruitment took the title after increasing turnover from £8,333,000 to £18,207,000, an impressive 118% rise. That level of growth reflects strong leadership, operational focus and clear commercial direction. The finalists, Harrison Packaging with 49% growth and CPD Bodies with 37%, also demonstrated the strength and resilience of large businesses operating in the region. Their performance set a high benchmark and reinforced what VelociTees stands for: measurable, sustainable expansion driven by disciplined execution.
Who Are the 2026 Finalists?
The Turnover (Large Business) finalists represent a diverse and ambitious cross-section of the Tees region:
Applied Integration UK
Casper Shipping
Cavendish Northern
Climb & Conquer
Elite Energy Eco
GLC Projects
Intelect (UK)
Northern Skills Group BS
Nouveau Legal
Outrank
Paralloy
Prestige Group
SeAH Wind
TU Online
Unity Network Technologies
Each organisation has demonstrated significant commercial strength and sustained growth.
We would like to congratulate every finalist, reaching this stage reflects strategic leadership, operational excellence, and consistent execution.
What Does Being Shortlisted Mean for Outrank?
For us, this recognition validates the work of our team and the trust of our clients.
Outrank has grown by focusing on measurable outcomes rather than vanity metrics. We align SEO, paid media, analytics and conversion optimisation into one unified growth strategy. We remove silos and we prioritise commercial impact.
Being shortlisted among some of the region’s most respected businesses reinforces that our approach delivers.
It also reflects our commitment to building a business that contributes to the wider regional economy. We recruit locally, invest in talent development and support initiatives that strengthen Teesside’s business landscape.
Growth, in our view, should create opportunity beyond the balance sheet.
How Does Regional Growth Benefit Everyone?
Awards events like VelociTees matter because they showcase what is possible within the Tees Valley.
When high-growth businesses gain recognition, it attracts investment. It builds confidence. It inspires emerging entrepreneurs. It strengthens the region’s reputation nationally.
Last year’s awards highlighted that success is collective, businesses in the room were not competing for attention, they were celebrating progress.
That spirit reflects the modern growth mindset, sustainable expansion relies on partnerships, supply chains, shared talent pools and knowledge exchange.
At Outrank, we see this first-hand, many of the region’s fastest-growing businesses invest in digital infrastructure early. They treat marketing as a performance channel, not a cost centre. They use data to guide decisions, they build scalable systems before growth stretches them.
Recognition at VelociTees shines a light on that discipline.
Why Does Sustainable Growth Matter More Than Ever?
Revenue alone does not define success, structure does.
Large businesses exceeding £10m turnover face new pressures: recruitment, operational efficiency, margin control, regulatory demands and brand reputation. Growth without alignment creates friction.
The businesses shortlisted in this category have shown they can scale while maintaining commercial control.
That is the type of growth the UK economy needs, resilient, measured and strategically managed.
As a sponsor, we are proud to stand behind companies demonstrating that level of maturity.
What Happens Next?
VelociTees 2026 promises another strong afternoon celebrating the Tees region’s fastest-growing organisations.
We look forward to attending, supporting the finalists and celebrating the collective success of the region.
Whatever the outcome, being shortlisted alongside such respected businesses is an honour.
To every finalist, congratulations. Your growth strengthens the region.
And to our team and clients, thank you, your commitment, expertise and belief in performance-driven strategy have made this recognition possible.
We will see you at VelociTees 2026!