Tech entrepreneur recognised as Rising Star by BIMA 100

Boasting an impressive background in leading digital innovation for brands such as Amazon, Nike and Toyota, Hardy is the Founder and CEO of fast-growing digital product studio, Format-3.

Established in January 2023, Format-3 is dedicated to redefining how businesses create and scale world-class apps, platforms and digital products, and prides itself on bridging the gap between the ‘now and next’ with strategic innovation in design and technology.

Underpinned by an experienced, global team of 25 digital experts who bring together extensive knowledge in strategy, design, motion, engineering and growth, Hardy has achieved impressive growth since inception, having accelerated revenue by 110% over the last 12 months alone while establishing offices in the UK, US and the Middle East.

Each year, the BIMA 100 honours the UK’s brightest digital leaders – celebrating outstanding talent, championing innovation and bringing together the industry to connect, collaborate and inspire.

This year, entrants went through two thorough rounds of evaluation by over 100 expert judges across 11 categories, including Founder of POD LDN Adrienn Major, CEO of MMT Rebecca Crook and Head of Creative Operations at Specsavers, Julia Arenson.

“Being recognised in this year’s BIMA 100 for 2025 is an incredible honour” said Hardy Sidhu, Founder and CEO of Format -3. “To be short-listed alongside industry leaders from businesses such as Deloitte Digital and Space and Time is both humbling and inspiring. The acknowledgement not only reflects my personal journey but also the commitment and dedication of the Format-3 team.

The Rising Stars category is especially significant as it recognises individuals who are driving growth not only within their own organisations, but also across the wider digital industry. It is empowering to see how innovative ideas and creative perspectives can encourage real change within the industry, and I’m proud that Format-3’s work is contributing to that momentum.”

Fast-becoming a leading name in the UK tech sector, Format-3 was recently awarded British Bank ‘Start-up of the Year’ by the prestigious Elite Business 100 Awards.