Westways Visual Communications is a diverse graphic design studio and major print supplier. The company motto is “From business cards to websites and everything in between.” Our focus has been making business stand out since 1994.

A Team Printing are Perth’s commercial printing experts, delivering high-quality printing and design services across a huge range of mediums. No matter what the size of your business you can be assured that you will always be getting the very best with their high quality, competitive pricing and fast service.

The Textile, Clothing and Footwear Resource Centre of Western Australia provides a valuable resource for the fashion, creative and T.C.F. industries. Established in Belmont in 1998, the not-for-profit centre has been so successful, that it now receives requests from Australia and overseas. TCFWA provides specialised fashion and creative business skills, mentoring and supply chain sourcing on and offshore and has been recognised as a leader. Karl Farrell was an inspirational Chair of TCFWA, and award honours his memory.

Belmont BEC in conjunction with its extensive Perth Metropolitan business network and business alliances has over past years delivered its Count Me IN Disability Employment Awareness information to thousands of small business participants across Belmont and the Perth Metropolitan region with the aim to assist employers in ‘Breaking Down the Barriers’ on considering disability employment. BEC also supports social enterprise empowerment projects assisting the disadvantaged.

Friends of Belmont BEC wishes to acknowledge the joint donor support of Zaneta Mascarenhas, MP, Member for Swan; Hannah Beazley MLA, Member for Victoria Park; Cassie Rowe MLA, Member for Belmont; Samantha Rowe MLC Member for Western Australia; Geoff Baker MLA, Member for South Perth who have all contributed towards the Corporate Social Responsibility Award.

Established in 2003, Regen Power is a pioneering Australian renewable energy company specialising in residential and commercial Solar PV and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). With more than 45,000 residential rooftop solar systems installed Australia-wide, it has played an important role in accelerating renewable energy adoption and promoting sustainable living. Over its 23-year journey, the company has built a strong reputation for quality, innovation and customer service, receiving numerous industry and business awards.

Regen Power is also a proud sponsor of the Sustainability Award, supporting initiatives that promote a cleaner and more sustainable future.

Storage King are previous winners of Canstar Blue’s Most Satisfied Customer award for self-storage and offer a huge range of store locations across Australia and New Zealand. Storage King at Perth Airport are your local experts for anything from small locker style storage all the way up to garages for vehicles or a 4-bedroom home. Offering outstanding customer service in this large 24-hour facility enabled the store to achieve the outstanding achievement of Storage King Facility of the year in 2023.

BPW Business Incubator is conducted by Belmont BEC and is a specialist business provider to women in small businesses across WA, Australia and beyond. BPW Business Incubator also partners with Belmont BEC & TCFWA to deliver NGO Forums as part of United Nations CSW New York profiling leaders and NGOs making a difference around the globe. G100 is a global network of male and female leaders advocating for general equality. Enterprise Spirit assists entrepreneur projects and supports projects empowering women in developing countries.

The designedge Innovation Festival established by Belmont BEC & TCFWA, now in its 22nd year, is an annual Festival that includes workshops, webinars, events, forums, and networking that are staged in Belmont, Perth Western Australia, nationally and globally online. In 2026, the designedge Innovation Festival hosted over 150 events including topics on exporting, cyber security, global business entrepreneurs, women’s empowerment, innovators, designers, creatives, sustainability and the circular economy.

Res-Q IT Services keeps businesses running, secure and supported. They set up tools like Microsoft 365, keep Wi-Fi and networks stable, and protect against cyber security threats. The result? You focus on what you do best, while Res-Q IT Services handles the technology. When something goes wrong, their team responds fast and gets you back on track. Res-Q IT Services: They manage the tech. You grow the business.

Belmont BEC is a not-for-profit association established in 1994, providing small business training and mentoring services, and has assisted over 36,500+ individuals in Belmont, WA and beyond to start or improve their small business during that time, and is a specialist in virtual business incubation. Belmont BEC has developed well-known projects for the benefit of its small business clients that have included the Belmont & WA Small Business Awards, Belmont Business ‘Ask an Expert’ Sundowners, designedge Innovation FESTIVALS, TCF Resource Centre WA, Multicultural Business Support Services, WA Racing Industry Development Project, Belmont Clothes Library, Count Me IN Disability Employment Project, MY Business Incubator Cyber Security Project, BEC National Export Project, and the BPW Business Incubator supporting women in small business.

For over 190 years, The West Australian has played an important role in telling the stories that shape our State.

Through its commitment to quality journalism, The West has kept Western Australians informed, held decision-makers to account, celebrated local achievements and provided a platform for the issues and people that matter most to our community.

As one of Western Australia’s most established news brands, The West Australian continues to connect communities, share diverse perspectives and shine a light on the people, businesses and ideas helping shape the State’s future.

The TCF Australia Export Project provides export business skills assistance to small businesses operating in the fashion, textile, clothing, footwear, leather and TCF industry and creative sectors across Australia looking to improve their exporting business skills and develop an export marketing plan. Its TCF Access Asia Project provided linkages and opportunities through 17 Asian countries within the TCF and related industries.

MY Fashion Incubator has created a range of projects over the years assisting migrant designers, fashion incubators and fashion sustainability.

The City of Belmont is a vibrant, modern City located just six kilometres from the Perth CBD. The City’s prime location between Perth Airport and Perth CBD has led to a strong local freight and logistics industry, and attracts new families, businesses, and visitors to the area. With a pro-business outlook, diverse local economy, and growing population, the City is a great place to live, work, and invest.

MY Business Incubator was established in 2009 by Belmont BEC to provide specialist virtual business support online to its small business network and delivers over 80 online unique small business topics. Projects have included the MY Business Incubator Cyber Security Training & Mentoring Project including the publication of a Free eBook ‘1001 Business Tips from 101™ Cyber Security & IT Experts’ – with global Cyber experts sharing their top 10 tips to stay cyber safe.

The late Marjorie Charleson was a media & PR trailblazer in 1970’s Golden Era of Perth Racing and went onto to establish “Racebreed Australia” magazine in 1998; winning three Belmont & WA Small Business Awards. In 2024, Marjorie Charleson was inducted posthumously into the WA Racing Industry ‘Hall of Fame’.

The annual Marjorie Charleson WA Racing Industry Award continues in her memory to acknowledge achievements within the WA Racing Industry and is also supported by ‘Friends of Belmont BEC’ who are committed supporters of Marjorie and her memory and include Ernie Manning, John and Karen McGrath, Carol Hanlon, Bill Sidebottom, Bernie Ryan and Perth Racing.

YURA-NGABA is a First Nations and sustainability design lab established by Vanessa Elliott, focusing on models of inclusion and excellence in regional and urban development infrastructure and human services planning. The business footprint spans, mining, energy, renewables, civic planning, social, environmental and economic development, supporting projects and change management.

YURA-NGABA is proud to sponsor this category with the belief that you can only be what you can see, and these awards was a great way to spotlight excellence in our community.

APM is the world’s largest human services organisation. The Self-Employment Assistance program is one of many workforce Australia contracts offered by APM in WA and helps people set up, develop, and grow their own small business. Self-Employment Assistance provides more support to more people & more businesses in more places across Australia. Participants have access to collaborative and personalised support from their business mentors for 12 months, all with the goal of giving you the best possible start in business.

Bronwen Sciortino is a bestselling author, leadership expert and founder of sheIQ Life, known for helping high-performing people create success without sacrificing themselves in the process. Through keynote speaking, executive coaching and global programs, Bronwen challenges outdated ideas about leadership, wellbeing and achievement – helping people rethink what’s possible when they stop living in survival mode and start leading from clarity, alignment and enough.

BEC NATIONAL EXPORT Training & Mentoring Project provides free export training, mentoring and forums to assist small businesses across Australia to improve their exporting business skills and global marketing. The project is also developing an eBook on ‘1001 Business Tips from 101™ Exporters & Global Trade Advisors’ to assist small business across Australia with insights from a range of experts.

In 2009, Anup Ghimire founded Ebullient Services with the vision of helping businesses succeed online through reliable web hosting. What began as a solo venture has grown into a trusted brand across Australia, Nepal, and the USA. Today, Ebullient delivers solutions including cloud services, VOIP, NBN, digital marketing, IT support, and payment integrations with Tyro and Epos Now. With a people-first approach and 24/7 customer care, Ebullient empowers businesses to grow and thrive in today’s digital era.

Downs Accounting, based in Rivervale, is a Chartered Accounting firm established in 2007.

For nearly two decades, the team has stood out for its excellence, integrity, and dedication to client relationships. Offering expert tax, business advisory, and bookkeeping services, Downs Accounting supports individuals and businesses across many industries.

With a focus on outstanding results, the firm continues to empower clients to achieve financial growth, confidence, and long-term success.

Optus Business Centres Perth North and South offer a comprehensive suite of services tailored to meet the dynamic needs of modern enterprises. These include mobility solutions, high-speed internet access, cyber security, enterprise and fixed-line services, and Internet of Things (IoT) solutions. Each offering is designed to deliver secure, reliable, and customisable outcomes that empower businesses to thrive in a digital-first world. By integrating advanced technologies, the centres support digital transformation and help drive operational efficiency, enabling clients to stay competitive and future ready.

The Small Business Development Corporation (SBDC) is a Western Australian State Government agency offering free advice and low-cost services to help small businesses start well, grow and thrive. From business advisory and dispute resolution to skills workshops, resources, and regional support, if you’re just starting out, taking the next step, or navigating a difficult period, turn to the SBDC for support.