Out of over 5,500 contenders, fewer than 45 have emerged as finalists in the Business Services and Business Consultancy categories of the 2024 Australian Small Business Champion Awards.
This esteemed program, now in its 26th year, recognizes the accomplishments and significant contributions of the nation’s 2.5 million small business owners across economic, social, and cultural spheres. This year’s awards have seen unprecedented participation, with a record number of entries surpassing previous years. Open to all small businesses and judged by a panel with firsthand experience in small business, the Awards spotlight excellence in retail, services, and manufacturing across over 100 categories.
According to a recent independent national survey commissioned by Precedent Productions, organizers of the Awards, 63% of small business proprietors work more than five days a week. Additionally, 57% engage in a ‘side hustle,’ primarily due to financial reasons.
Steve Loe, Founder of the Australian Small Business Champion Awards and Managing Director of Precedent Productions, emphasizes the crucial support needed for Australia’s small business sector, especially in these challenging times. He applauds the resilience demonstrated by small business operators and eagerly anticipates celebrating their achievements.
The winners of the 2024 Australian Small Business Champion Awards will be unveiled at two National Presentation Evening Galas on April 12th and 13th, 2024, at Sydney’s The Star. Hosted by popular Nine presenter and journalist, Jayne Azzopardi, this year’s event promises a star-studded lineup, including performances by renowned artists like Dami Im, Harrison Craig, Johnny Manuel, and Stefanie Jones, known for her role in the recent Australian production of Mary Poppins.
Supported by Presenting Partner, the Commonwealth Bank, and Major Partners like Nine Ad Manager, NOVA Employment, Castaway Forecasting, Big Clean, Xcllusive Business Sales, and Boa, the 2024 Australian Small Business Champion Awards recognize excellence across various industries.
Among the 22 finalists in the Business Services category are A S Virtual Solutions, Actwell Lighting, and Premier Team Building. In the Business Consultancy category, finalists include BDC Partners, Blue Sky Career Consulting, and Impact HR. Only one small business will be crowned Champion in each category, showcasing the best of Australia’s small business landscape.
For more information about the 2024 Australian Small Business Champion Awards – including a full list of 2024 Finalists – visit:businesschampions.com.au.
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