From Winning to Giving Back: How de Novo Solutions Founder Mark Sweeny is Championing the Next Generation of Entrepreneurs

Success in business isn’t just about growth, it’s about giving back and paving the way for future generations. That’s exactly what Mark Sweeny, Founder & CEO of de Novo Solutions, is doing.

After being recognised as Technology Entrepreneur of the Year at the Great British Entrepreneur Awards, Mark has now come full circle, not only scaling de Novo Solutions into a leading force in the UK tech industry but also sponsoring his award category at the Great British Entrepreneur Awards to support the next generation of innovators.

Founded with a mission to redefine digital transformation through Oracle Cloud and ServiceNow technologies, de Novo Solutions has grown rapidly, offering a credible alternative to large systems integrators and consultancies.

2024 was a milestone year for de Novo, achieving:

📈 £4.7M in revenue, with a forecast to more than double to £10M in 2025

💡 Expansion from 10 employees in 2023 to 105 in 2024

🏆 Recognition as the 7th fastest-growing business in the UK by Elite Business

🔹 Growth in key sectors including government, education, and commercial industries

🌍 Launch of a development centre in India, expanding global capabilities

But beyond financial success, de Novo Solutions has prioritised community impact, talent development, and long-term sustainability, making a real difference in the Welsh economy.

A core part of de Novo’s mission is to develop the next generation of digital leaders. The company has launched multiple initiatives to create high-quality jobs and career opportunities for young people:

✅ Apprenticeship & Graduate Programmes – Partnering with Coleg Gwent, University of South Wales, Cardiff University, Cardiff Met, and Swansea University to develop future tech talent.

✅ 50 Net New Jobs Pledged – Committing to creating employment opportunities in South Wales over the next five years.

✅ Beyond Technical Skills – Offering young professionals training in leadership, public speaking, financial planning, and wellbeing to equip them for long-term success.

Mark Sweeny’s journey with de Novo Solutions is proof that entrepreneurship is about more than just building a business, it’s about driving meaningful change.

From reshaping the digital transformation space to creating opportunities for young talent, his vision extends far beyond commercial success.

With de Novo’s continued growth, innovation, and investment in the next generation, the company is not just transforming industries, it’s shaping the future of the UK’s tech landscape. And with even bigger ambitions on the horizon, this is only the beginning.

Every year, we celebrate the UK’s most ambitious and inspiring businesses through our award programmes:

🏆 The Great British Entrepreneur Awards – Recognising the game-changing entrepreneurs shaping the future.

🚀 The UK StartUp Awards – Celebrating the UK’s most exciting early-stage businesses.

📈 The UK Fast Growth Index – Showcasing the fastest-growing businesses across the country.

🏭 The Great British Industry Awards – Honouring the UK’s most innovative and high-performing industry leaders.