The Waikato Chamber of Commerce Business Awards recently opened at an official launch at 2022 supreme winner Profile Group’s PPL site in Te Rapa.
Applications for the prestigious awards are now open, and aspiring businesses and individuals have until midday Friday, June 30 to submit their written entry highlighting the strengths and achievements of their business. Attendees at the launch event heard from 2022 winners including Supreme Award winner Profile Group and Emerging Leader winner Jo Franzen.
Chamber CEO Don Good says he was always impressed by the region’s innovative and high-performance business spirit that shone through in the awards.
“The awards are a superb opportunity for businesses to increase their exposure, and receive professional insights and recommendations on their strategy.”
Entrants receive detailed feedback from the judge’s assessment, which can then be used to grow, develop and improve their business.
“Every year we hear from entrants about how beneficial that feedback is from the judges,” Good says.
The judging team of more than 30 Waikato business leaders, headed by the University of Waikato’s Dr Heather Connolly, reviews each application before selecting who will progress to stage two.
Stage two involves a two-hour site visit with judges asking questions about the application and the business. Finalists will then be selected, with the winners of each category announced at a Gala Dinner on Friday, November 17.
The chamber will host drop-in info sessions for people wanting to know more about the entry process. These will take place on Friday, May 26 and Friday, June 23 and are open to everyone. Attendees will receive guidance on how to write an impressive application and learn what stands out to the judges.
For more information about entering the awards or to register to attend the drop-in sessions, visit www.waikatochamber.co.nz/business-awards-2023/
