World Tamil Organisation Business Network · Since 2005
Connecting Communities. Empowering Entrepreneurs. Creating Global Opportunities.
Recognising excellence and connecting Tamil entrepreneurs, professionals, investors and institutions across borders — from London to a global network.
Our vision
From London to a global network
Founded by Mr. Jacob Ravibalan on 1 May 2005, WTO Business Network connects entrepreneurs and professionals, opens new markets and creates international platforms that recognise exceptional global talent.
Recognition
We honour outstanding achievement through our awards — because success deserves to be seen, and excellence deserves to be celebrated.
Connection
We bring entrepreneurs, professionals, investors and institutional leaders together to share ideas, build partnerships and open doors.
Growth
We help members grow — through introductions, mentoring, trade links and partnerships that turn conversations into contracts.
Enterprise
We back Tamil enterprise in Britain — championing founders, professionals and businesses building the next generation of success.
The annual conference programme
Global summits where ideas, business and achievement meet
Our annual programme brings leaders and professionals together across economic development, medicine, technology, hospitality, education and women's empowerment — with every summit closing in a celebration of exceptional achievement.
Every MarchWTO (UK) Women’s NetworkDiscover ↗
AnnualGlobal Economic Development Achievement Summit & AwardsDiscover ↗
AnnualGlobal Hospitality, Food & Tourism Achievement Summit & AwardsDiscover ↗
AnnualGlobal Medical Excellence Summit & AwardsDiscover ↗
AnnualGlobal Information Technology Summit & AwardsDiscover ↗
AnnualGlobal Educational Leadership Achievement Summit & AwardsDiscover ↗The awardsEvery conference ends in celebrationAbout the awards ↗In pictures
The nights that made the network
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Be part of something bigger
Join as a member, partner with us, sponsor an event or nominate an outstanding business leader.
Our impact
Recognition that shows up in the numbers
Countries networked
Connections across a growing international network
High-level delegates
Business leaders, professionals and institutions connected
Tamil families in the UK
Reached through cultural, professional and community engagement
Summits u0026amp; programmes
International business and professional platforms delivered
Achievers recognised
Entrepreneurs, professionals and global talent celebrated
The awards
From a five-minute nomination to a night you'll remember
Anyone can nominate — a colleague, a client, a supplier, or yourself. Nominations are free and judged against published criteria by an independent panel drawn from each field.
Shortlisted businesses are profiled across our channels. Winners are announced live at the black-tie ceremony that closes each conference.
- Nominate in five minutes, at no cost
- Independent panel, published criteria
- Shortlist recognition across WTO channels
- Recognition at the awards ceremony
Recognition
Powerful Endorsement of Achievements
I am deeply honoured to receive this Lifetime Achievement Award. I accept this honour with gratitude and as encouragement to continue contributing to business, society and the wider community.
Vivian ReddyFounder & Chairperson, Edison Power Group, South Africa
Receiving the Lifetime Achievement Award for Global Educational Leadership is a great honour. I deeply value this recognition of my lifelong commitment to education and its power to transform individuals and society.
Dr. G. ViswanathanFounder & Chancellor, Vellore Institute of Technology, India
Receiving the Global Excellence Award is a great honour and a meaningful recognition of our work in service and skill development. It inspires me to continue creating opportunities, empowering people and making a lasting impact.
Cyril PrabhuFounder, Proverbs226 | 5&2 Trade School, United States
Questions
The things people ask us first
Anything else, just ask — we answer every enquiry within two working days.
Talk to the teamWho can join WTO (UK)?+
Any business owner, executive or professional working in the UK who shares our aims. Membership is not restricted by sector or size — from sole traders to listed companies.
How do the awards work?+
Nominations open each year and are free. Every entry is reviewed against published criteria, shortlisted, and judged by an independent panel of senior figures from the relevant field.
Can I nominate myself or my own business?+
Yes. Self-nomination is welcomed and judged on exactly the same basis as third-party nominations.
Do I have to be a member to attend an event?+
No. All conferences and awards evenings are open to non-members, though members pay a reduced delegate rate and receive priority booking.
What does sponsorship include?+
Packages range from category sponsorship of a single award through to headline partnership of a full conference. Every package is built around brand visibility, delegate access and hospitality.
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