Award for New Business Excellence

The New Business Excellence Award recognises outstanding achievements and notable contributions made by a business that has been in operation for no more than 12 months. This category recognises new businesses that have commenced trading or service delivery during the qualifying period.

This award recognises excellence in the planning and development of new infrastructure and/or services.

Judges will assess factors such as financial performance, market impact, customer satisfaction, and unique approaches to challenges. The winning business will exemplify not only a commitment to excellence in its products or services but also a forward-thinking mindset that positions it as a promising player in its industry.

The qualifying period for all submissions is January 1 2024 to December 31 2024.

How to enter this category

Are you ready to enter and start your exciting Awards journey?

The first step is to create a profile via the application portal available HERE then select a category or categories and complete your nomination via the nomination form fields.

Within the portal, entrants will be able to submit images and documents to support your nomination. Only nomination forms with completed answers will be accepted. After receiving your nomination, you will be emailed a 2025 digital pack.

This can be used on your website and other marketing material. Please refer to the Rules of Entry when compiling your submission.

KEY DATES

Nominations Open: Tuesday 1 April 2025
Nominations Close: Extended - Monday 14 July 2025
Finalists Announced: Monday 18 August 2025
Gala Awards: Thursday 30 October 2025

2025 Judging Panel

View the judging panel HERE