National recognition
Dampsafe celebrates three 2026 awards finalist places
Dampsafe, founder and Managing Director Angela Taylor, and team leader Marcell Hamblin were shortlisted in three categories at the inaugural Neurodiverse Business Awards.
Recognition built on inclusive leadership
The official 2026 finalist list names Dampsafe in the Employer of the Year category, Angela Taylor in the Business Leader of the Year category and Marcell Hamblin in the Team Leader of the Year category. The organisers state that finalists were selected by an independent judging panel of business leaders and neurodiversity advocates.
The three shortlist places recognise the culture being developed across Dampsafe, Angela's approach to building a specialist damp and mould business and Marcell's contribution to leading people within that growing service.
Business Leader of the Year
Angela Taylor
Angela was shortlisted for leadership shaped by lived experience, clear purpose and a practical commitment to inclusive business growth.
Team Leader of the Year
Marcell Hamblin
Marcell was shortlisted for team leadership within Dampsafe's growing, resident-conscious damp and mould service.
Why this matters to Dampsafe
Angela's understanding of neurodiversity is personal as well as professional. Her experience as a parent of neurodivergent children has influenced the values behind Dampsafe and the importance placed on communication, patience and practical support.
Damp and mould cases often involve residents already under pressure. Some households include children, older people, residents with respiratory conditions, people with SEND needs or residents who find an unfamiliar visit overwhelming. A technically sound service still needs to be delivered with clarity, dignity and care.
That is why Dampsafe's approach considers the resident experience alongside the condition of the property. The aim is to make each visit understandable, respectful and properly documented.
From inclusive values to occupied-home delivery
Dampsafe's values are intended to be visible in day-to-day delivery, from the way an appointment is explained to the way observations and outstanding concerns are recorded for the housing provider.
People-first communication
Teams are expected to explain what they are doing, listen to relevant resident observations and work considerately around the home.
Consistent team standards
The Dampsafe pod model supports regional delivery through shared procedures, supervision, reporting requirements and escalation routes.
Evidence-led action
Photographs, treatment records and clear findings help housing teams understand what was completed and what may still require repair or further investigation.
What this recognition represents
Three finalist places are an important milestone for Angela, Marcell and the wider Dampsafe team. They acknowledge a growing specialist contractor working to combine high standards of evidence and delivery with a supportive approach to residents and colleagues. The shortlisting does not imply that an award was won, but it reinforces the direction of the business: practical services, accountable reporting and inclusion built into the way Dampsafe grows.
Learn more about Dampsafe
Discover the story behind the business or speak to the team about specialist damp and mould support for occupied homes.