This recognition highlights our mission to transform the event industry and reflects the innovation, hard work, and dedication of our entire team.
The Startups 100 Index, run by Startups.co.uk, identifies the top 100 startups in the UK with the highest growth potential. This list has previously spotlighted game-changing companies such as Monzo, Deliveroo, and HelloFresh, many of which have gone on to become household names.
About the Startups 100 Index
The Startups 100 Index is renowned for celebrating businesses that excel in areas such as innovation, market opportunity, solid financials, and customer engagement. Each year, a panel of industry experts meticulously evaluates startups to compile the list, making it a coveted accolade for emerging companies in the UK.
Editor of Startups.co.uk, Zohra Huda, describes the list as a beacon of optimism for the UK entrepreneurial scene:
“Amidst the gloom-and-doom headlines, our annual Startups 100 Index provides a much-needed jolt of optimism. These 100 companies, a diverse list of innovators from every sector and region, show that the grit and ingenuity of entrepreneurship is still very much alive. Despite the challenges, the UK is still a fertile ground for disruption and world-leading technologies, and these companies will be leading the charge to recovery and growth in 2025.”
NOQ’s Journey to Transforming Event Management
At NOQ, we’re on a mission to eliminate inefficiencies in event management. Our all-in-one platform is designed to simplify operations for festival and event organisers, enabling seamless point-of-sale, multi-vendor management, in-depth reporting, payment processing, and inventory control.
The idea for NOQ was born at a Christmas party when co-founders Param Kanabar and Andrea Diaferio shared their frustrations about long queues at music festivals. Missing performances because of inefficient operations sparked the idea to build a comprehensive platform to revolutionize event management.
Since its inception in 2019, NOQ has achieved significant milestones, including:
Raising £3.4 million in funding in 2024.
Partnering with leading event operators like Secret Garden Party, Green Man Festival, On The Beach, The Scottish Open, and SailGP.
Impressing judges with our automated system that tracks sales, commissions, and payouts in real-time, reducing errors and saving time for organisers.
By solving real challenges faced by both event organisers and attendees, NOQ is redefining the event experience.
What’s Next for NOQ?
We’re just getting started! Our vision is to become the go-to solution for major events worldwide. As we continue to innovate, expand partnerships, and add new features, we’re determined to set a new standard for the global event management industry.
Being named in the Startups 100 Index is a testament to the impact we’ve made so far, and we’re excited to keep pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in event management.
See the Full List
Check out the full Startups 100 Index for 2025 here and view our profile here.
Thank you to our incredible team, partners, and supporters who have been part of this journey. Here’s to continuing to innovate and grow together!
