MOST INNOVATIVE ENTERPRISE AWARD

Sponsored by Australian Network Management

ANM provides IT Consultancy services to the SME market. Operating from Perth, ANM has over 10 years of IT expertise; consider no job to big or small. Our group specializes in the following areas: Consulting Services, Software and Network Systems, VoIP and Office Communication, Network Design and Managed IT Services. The Team at ANM understands that time = money, and guarantees a quick turnaround time for any issue which may arise, night or day, weekday or weekend. Australian Network Management, Not just your IT Guy, Your Technology Partner.

WINNER: i-Video

i-Video is adapting video technology and internet applications to develop dynamic, and cost-effective marketing and advertising products, that are also environmentally friendly. The i-Video team are strong advocates of helping start-up businesses develop and maintain their online presence in the market. I-Video are constantly creating products and services with fresh ideas and using the latest technologies.

KARL FARRELL INSPIRATION AWARD

Sponsored by designedge Fashion Incubator

Karl Farrell was an inspirational Chairman of TCFWA and this special award honours his memory. The designedge Fashion Incubator is the only virtual fashion incubator in Australia. It provides a virtual shop front for more than 40 small fashion businesses currently, and 10 feature Indigenous designers and provides the opportunity for fashion designers to access business information, mentoring and small business skills workshops so they can grow their businesses in Australia and internationally. Recently designedge founder Carol Hanlon has won the opportunity to host the 3rd International Fashion Incubator conference in Perth, September 2011.

WINNER: Public Speaking Dynamics

For over 20 years, Peter Dhu has helped 1000’s of people overcome their fears of public speaking. Peter’s unique difference is that he first had to overcome his own stuttering disorder, and fear of standing up and presenting to people, before he could teach others. Peter has evolved from a chronic stutterer to a confident, motivational speaker with a message of dedication, determination, passion and ultimately success. Peter has truly turned a weakness and disability into a strength.

ECOMMERCE WEBSITE AWARD

Sponsored by TCF Australia Online Training & Mentoring Project

TCF Australia Online Training & Mentoring Project provides eCommerce and web site workshop training, online mentoring, forums, webinars and helpdesk to small businesses locally and across Australia. The project is an Australian Government funded initiative under the Small Business Online program and is supported by many sponsors and supporters and will assist over 2,000 participants both locally and nationally to develop their web site skills.

WINNER: Team Evolution

Team Evolution aim to make life easier through technology. They create and deliver modern, professional and technically sound online solutions in the areas of website design and scalable web applications. Team Evolution owned by Gary & Nikki Hanley are passionate about providing a vast range of eCommerce products and provide website solutions to many small and larger businesses around the globe utilising online technologies.

BEST MARKETING AWARD

Sponsored by Westways Colorgrafix

Westways Colorgrafix is a diverse graphic design, photography, internet development studio and major print supplier. As our motto goes, “From business cards to magazines and everything in between”. Westways has been based in the City of Belmont for over 20 years, so next time you’re thinking of producing any marketing or promotional material, think Westways Colorgrafix, your “LOCAL” Total Production Specialist.

WINNER: Whistler’s Chocolate Co

Whistler’s Chocolate Co set out with a simple vision – to produce quality handmade chocolate that’s simply irresistible. The business is a West Australian family owned business, and has become synonymous for products such as traditional Rocky Road, Chocolate Licorice and Peanut Brittle. The business has creative marketing strategies and is currently working on some exciting new marketing initiatives.

VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR AWARD

Sponsored by Friends of Belmont BEC

Friends of Belmont BEC was launched in July 2009 to assist with the ongoing provision of small business services delivered by the Belmont Business Enterprise Centre. Belmont BEC has always been a great advocate of volunteering and has over the past 16 years had in excess of 1,250 volunteers assist with its many projects and client support programs. Volunteers play a vital part in the operations of all non profit community organisations and contribute greatly to the richness of the fabric of society by sharing their skills and talents to assist others.

WINNER: Trevor Knuckey, St Vincent de Paul Society

Trevor is a driving force in improving the lives of indigenous youth. He began volunteering with St Vincent de Paul Society of WA in 1990, and was recently elected as Regional President for Swan Region. Trevor has been instrumental in the success of a program called Breakfast Club with Moorditj Noongar Community College which provides healthy breakfasts for students. Trevor’s future endeavours include establishing ‘The Medjugorje Centre’ which will distribute holy water and raise money for services to educate indigenous youth.

COMMUNITY SPIRIT AWARD

Sponsored by Southern Gazette

The Southern Gazette is part of the Community Newspaper Group publications and are proud to be a sponsor of the Belmont Small Business Awards for 2010. With a weekly readership of 51,000 readers, the Southern Gazette is the first choice for local news, real estate, motoring, sporting, employment, travel and entertainment information. The Southern Gazette provides businesses with the opportunity to reach the target audience that matter most to them – their local customers – by offering cost effective, creative and flexible advertising solutions.

WINNER: Jade Lewis & Friends

Jade Lewis & Friends started in 2004 with a vision to help build drug free Australian communities. Business owner Jade herself, overcame a heroin addiction in 1999, and since then has had a strong desire to reach all Australians with a person, powerful and life changing message. Jade Lewis & Friends offers a number of programs and services such as a Just Say No presentation, a presentation aimed at assisting parents and a Step UP program at Bandyup Women’s Prison. Jade has currently delivered over 700 presentations, and has authored two books which are in over 650 schools.

BEST RETAIL BUSINESS

Sponsored by Belmont Forum

Belmont Forum Shopping Centre represents the hub of the City of Belmont – the ‘City of Opportunity’. West Australian Owned, the Centre focuses on supporting local businesses and community group organisations. Belmont Forum is anchored by three supermarkets (Coles, Woolworth’s and Progressive Supa IGA), two Discount Department Stores (Big W, Kmart), two mini majors (Harvey Norman and Red Dot) and over 130 Specialty Stores including a state of the art Food Court. As a frequent meeting place for many in the community, Belmont Forum enjoys the opportunity to become involved with youth, seniors, welfare and fundraising through sponsorship, charitable work and the utilisation of the centre’s facilities.

WINNER: Belmont Discount Drug Store

Belmont Discount Drug Store has been owned and managed by Sydney Aquino for the past 9 years. The store constantly reinvents itself and uses customer research to reinvigorate its marketing initiatives. In addition to traditional medicines it also offers other ancillary products and services. The store has undergone a major makeover in the past 2 years, and is a bright, inviting and exciting pharmacy that will service the Belmont, Redcliffe and surrounding areas for many years to come.

QUALITY CUSTOMER SERVICE

Sponsored by Westpac

Westpac is at the forefront of the financial sector, bringing back over 600 Bank Managers. Making banking personal and giving customers an even better experience at all touch points. In Australia, the Westpac network includes 800 branches across metropolitan and regional Australia and there are plans to expand even further. Being Business Bank of the Year 3 years in a row, Westpac understands the value of Quality Customer Service and will continue to strive for excellence in this area. So in support of the Belmont Business Enterprise Centre and Carol, Westpac is proud to present the “Westpac – Quality Customer Service” Award.

WINNER: Fortix

Fortix was set up in 2004 by Paul Faix and aims to empower businesses with innovative technology so that they can become market winners, more competitive and instigate efficient ways to operate. The business has a team of 17 staff, and has a philosophy to find and retain clients for life. To aid with customer service, the organisation has custom designed and built their own Managed Business System to track customer dealings by all staff. Thanks to the system, response time to customer enquiries has improved markedly.

INDIGENOUS BUSINESS OF THE YEAR AWARD

Sponsored by Perth Airport

Perth Airport is pleased to continue their support for the Indigenous Business of the Year Award and the ongoing partnership with the local Indigenous community. As custodians of the airport land, Perth Airport recognises the importance of the area to the Nyoongar people and need for ongoing open communication as the airport undergoes future expansion and development. Perth Airport would like to congratulate all entrants in this category.

WINNER: Nyaarla Projects

Nyaarla Projects specialises in the provision of training and employment, youth services and education, consultation and consulting services that indirectly or directly benefit Indigenous people. Having recently opened a new office in Broome Nyaarla is well on the way of achieving its goal of producing revenue of more than $1million in the 2010/2011 year. Nyaarla Projects opened its doors in 2004, and since then has built the business to gain an outstanding reputation in its field.

SPIRIT OF AUSTRALIA AWARD

Sponsored by Hanssen Project Management

Hanssen Project Management specialises in the construction of luxury high-rise apartments primarily based in Perth’s CBD. Managing Director Mr Gerry Hanssen is a strong believer in Freedom of Association and providing opportunities for every person to reach their full potential. For these reasons, Hanssen has adopted the Boxing Kangaroo as their company logo. Hanssen is proud to sponsor the Spirit of Australia Award.

WINNER: Urban Indigenous Tours

Urban Indigenous Tours offers an intimate experience with Aboriginal Australia. The day tours connect people with the Perth Aboriginal Community, and provide a fun and interesting day that includes art, music, foods, history, connecting with the people and their stories. The innovative nature of Urban Indigenous Tours and its timely fusion of Reconciliation and tourism give it a competitive edge in the tourism industry. Urban Indigenous Tours truly celebrates contemporary Aboriginal Australia.

BEST NEW BUSINESS

Sponsored by City of Belmont

The City of Belmont is located only six kilometres from the Perth CBD and is recognised as a major business centre within the Perth metropolitan area. Belmont City Council is committed to providing support and services so that businesses can thrive in the local area and was recently recognised as a supportive Local Government for commercial development by the Property Council of Australia. The City offers businesses, from home businesses to large multi-nationals a central location with affordable parking, land and transport networks. With a focus on establishing a progressive business community, the Council is a proud sponsor of the award for Best New Business. By recognising quality and excellence in the community, the City of Belmont believes it can lift its standards even higher, and ensure its business community is a leader in Perth and Western Australia.

WINNER: Vizzy Kidz

We would all agree that children are the busiest little people on the planet, so much so, no matter how much we supervise them, they still manage to disappear from our sights occasionally! Vizzy Vest provides parents with an easy visual identification of their children from a distance. They also can be used for a safety tool for children to wear so they can be easily spotted. The colourful vests are available in a funky range of 3D designs, and are perfect for both girls and boys. With distributors across Australia the business is now expanding globally.

HOME BASED BUSINESS AWARD

Sponsored by Small Business Development Corporation

The Small Business Development Corporation (SBDC) is the State Government Agency dedicated to supporting and developing the small business sector in WA. They offer a range of practical services including: A one-stop information service on all business licenses; Customised assistance for Aboriginal business owners; Free and confidential business advice from small business specialists; Tailored small business workshops; and Advocacy between business owners and government. The SBDC also manages the 25 strong Small Business Centre network, which provides free business advice across the State. For more information visit www.smallbusiness.wa.gov.au or call 131 BIZ.

WINNER: Local Strata Services

Alan Richardson has been operating his successful home based company Local Strata Services for the past 16 years. Servicing more than 500 property owners, the business is focused on providing sound administrative, secretarial and maintenance services with a focus on fast and efficient service. Due to the positive growth that Local Strata Services has experienced in recent times, Alan’s daughter has now joined Alan in the business. Outside of the business, Alan is heavily involved with many activities in the local community, including being the Branch President of the City of Belmont RSL.

YOUNG ENTREPRENEUR AWARD

Sponsored by Belmont Business Enterprise Centre (BEC)

Belmont BEC is a non profit community based organisation established in 1994, to assist in the growth and development of new and existing small business. Over the years the Belmont centre has originated a large range of well known projects and programs for the benefit of its 17,000 small business clients that have included the Belmont Small Business Awards, Designedge Innovation Festival, Multicultural Business Support Services, WA Racing Industry Development project and the Belmont BEC is also a recognised industry specialist on creative industry, fashion and TCFL industries.

WINNER: Raine & Horne Belmont

Josephine bought her business 3 years ago, just 4 weeks after the birth of her first child. Josephine saw potential in the business, and believed with a new business plan, and younger approach that the business could grow. Since then Josephine has won many awards in the industry, including being named Australia’s Top Property Manager in the Raine & Horne annual awards two years running. Josephine believes that the sky is the limited and she does not intend to stop reaching for the clouds!

ENVIRONMENT AWARD

Sponsored by Create Entreprises

Create Enterprises provides assistance to clients in all facets of media, marketing strategy and PR. Services include marketing campaigns, advertising campaigns, communication programs, public relations and Create Enterprises offer a range of tools to ensure that your brand reaches your desired customers, and that your sales goals are met.

WINNER: OdaTech

Complaints about offensive odours are one of the most frequent environmental pollution incidents reported to regulatory authorities. OdaTech is involved in air pollution control using sustainable and engineered biotechnology. This innovative business uses its own patented technology which has been proven to be highly efficient in the removal of hydrogen sulphide and other odorous compounds. Clients now include the Water Corporation The OdaTech product range is perfectly suited to the continuing social and economic trends of environmental sustainability.

FASHION INDUSTRY AWARD

Sponsored by Textile Clothing Footwear Resource Centre of WA (TCFWA)

The Textile, Clothing and Footwear Resource Centre of Western Australia Inc. provide a valuable resource for the design industry. Since being established in 1998, the centre has been so successful, that it now receives requests from across Australia and overseas, from organisations and designers wishing to be involved in its opportunities and projects. Providing specialised business skills and industry mentoring through the development of industry projects and programs to better equip those operating in the industry is one of the main areas that TCFWA has been recognised as a leader and role model organisation across Australia an overseas. TCFWA has been instrumental in establishing TCF Global village community sewing centres in developing countries.

WINNER: Betty Sugar Clothing

Founders of Betty Sugar Clothing, Betty Tran and her mother Cherry Nguyen started their business in 2006. The company focuses on providing manufacturing services within the Western Australian fashion industry and their services include sampling, pattern making, cutting, production, pressing and made to measure. Since their business started, Betty has also launched her fashion label, after being chosen in the Mercedes Benz Fashion Awards. The range specialises in cocktail and evening wear, and the label focuses on delivering an exceptional quality finish to all garments.

WA RACING INDUSTRY AWARD

Sponsored by Racebreed Australia

Racebreed Australia Magazine is published and edited by Marjorie Charleson, a leading light in the Australian Racing Industry. It is the only publication featuring West Australian Thoroughbreds in a nationally distributed magazine. Racebreed Australia and Marjorie support and sponsor horse racing and equestrian meetings and events around the state with the magazine having an excellent reputation for its industry content and breeding expertise. Marjorie was approached by Perth Racing to co-ordinate the West Australian Racing Museum, further proof of her standing within the thoroughbred racing, breeding and equestrian industries.

WINNER: Saddlery Wholesalers

Saddlery Wholesalers was registered as a company in 1969 when Mary Gracie wanted to import a small consignment of saddlery from India. Marie Gracie was subsequently appointed by WATC Managing Secretary Harry Bolton in 1970 to provide a Betting Information service in the Bookmakers Ring at Ascot, which was a completely new initiative. In addition, Mary has long been involved in racing and breeding horses in her own right with the crowning glory being the Group 1 Railway Stakes winner, El Presidente, successful in the 2007 event. Mary Gracie has led Saddlery Wholesalers to become a multimillion dollar business, and the organisation always supports Australian manufacturers where possible.

BUSINESS WOMAN OF THE YEAR AWARD

Sponsored by Business & Professional Women of Western Australia

BPW works to raise the status of women and encourages women to become well informed and active at local, national and international levels. BPW membership provides opportunities for business and professional women to network, access mentors, develop skill-sets and participate in forums to discuss issues of concern with likeminded and diverse women. BPW is an international organisation that educates and informs women, undertaking research and projects aimed at making a positive difference for women. BPW lobbies governments at all levels including at the United Nations, where it holds Special Category Status, on current and emerging issues of importance to women.

WINNER: Boutique 88

Boutique 88 was founded by Joanne Crowe, who has been happily curvy her whole life. Joanne sought to rectify the injustice that the fashion industry has unknowingly inflicted on the curvy girl. Through running her own 3 boutiques, Joanne soon came to realise the ‘gaps’ other designers and manufacturers had left in the market. Once again Joanne filled this void, with her own label ‘Curvaliscious’ wholesaling across Australia. In the last 9 months, Joanne has taken Boutique 88 from a sole trader status to company status and the future looks very bright for this business.

BUSINESS MIGRANT OF THE YEAR AWARD

Sponsored by Australian Asian Association of WA

The Australian Asian Association is currently one of the premier ethnic conglomerate bodies in Western Australia. Established in 1956, the association represents the hopes and aspirations of a composite membership of around 20,000 drawn from 120 global community bodies presenting their points of view to Federal, State and Local Governments. Operating out of its headquarters, in East Perth, the association has branch offices in the south eastern corridor of Gosnell’s and the northern corridor of Joondalup. Some of the services offered to our clients include areas of Health, Education, Aged Care, Youth Welfare, Advocacy and other migrant and refugee related issues.

The East Perth headquarters provides office space to around 19 varied global community organisations and houses the office and press of the Australian Chinese Newspaper on its lower level. The organisation through its vast grass root network has promoted the development of a truly multicultural Australia in the cultural, social and business arenas for the past 54 years. It is now a by word in Western Australia.

WINNER: Betty Sugar Clothing

Mother & daughter partnership of Cherry Nguyen and Betty Tran are inspiring Vietnamese migrants who moved to Perth in 2006 who are achieving success and following their dream in building their own fashion business. Cherry had been involved in the textile and dressmaking business for generations which inspired Betty to carry on the family tradition. Even though social changes in Vietnam stopped Cherry from opening a fashion store there, Cherry and Betty never gave up on their dreams. The family moved to Perth four years ago and the business now provides manufacturing services to some of the top fashion labels in Western Australia. Cherry and Betty have now launched their own fashion range and have received orders from retailers across Australia.

EXPORT AWARD

Sponsored by Perth Airport

Perth Airport is one of the most important elements of public infrastructure in Western Australia. 10.5 million Passengers passed through Perth Airport last year, making it Australia’s fourth largest airport in terms of passenger traffic. Our state’s dependence on aviation reflects the vast distances separating population centres within Western Australia and beyond our state. And as the premier international, domestic and regional gateway to the State for commercial aircraft, freight and passengers, Perth Airport forms an integral component of the Western Australian economy.

WINNER: John Stanley Associates

John Stanley Associates started in 1976 as a consultancy and conference speaking businesses, and John now works in over 26 countries. Based in Kalamunda, the business provides face to face consultancy, training workshops, conference presentations, and e-training. John Stanley is considered one of the top ten percent of speakers in the world, and regularly speaks to full capacity audiences in the USA, UK and Europe where delegates pack conference rooms to hear him speak.

BEST TOURISM AWARD

Sponsored by Burswood Entertainment

Situated on the banks of the Swan River, Burswood Entertainment Complex is a true tourism success story for Western Australia. Perth’s ultimate entertainment precinct Burswood Entertainment Complex is located 15 minutes from the airport and a short distance to the CBD. This ‘city within a city’ offers a wide variety of unique restaurants and bars, nightclub, convention centre, 24-hour casino, golf course and live entertainment making Burswood the perfect all round package.

With new restaurants and bars and the completion of the hotel’s Club InterContinental rooms upgrade on level 9, guests can expect to enjoy premium features with intimate zones for living and sleeping. As part of the current refurbishment project a new bar will also open in the lobby of InterContinental Perth Burswood in December. The Atrium Restaurant refurbishment is also underway and is set to reopen in early December. Redefining the buffet experience, the venue will have a fresh new identity and state of the art facilities. Burswood is also excited to announce that a number of other dining facilities are due for completion in the near future including a Premium Japanese restaurant and Italian fine dining. The highly anticipated Rockpool Bar & Grill Perth is on track to open in February 2011. Burswood looks forward to showcasing these developments, setting the scene for some exciting times ahead at the Complex.

WINNER: Calamunnda Camels

Owner, Chris O’Hora created Calamunnda Camels as a hobby more than 25 years ago. The business provides unique camel experiences to the local and tourist market and gained their Accreditation with the Tourism Council of WA in June 2009. Chris is Founding Member and past President of the Western Australian Camel Owners Association, and associated member of the Central Australian Camel Industry Association and Coordinator for the WA Camel Industry. Calamunnda Camels also incorporates the Oasis Tearooms.

ENTERPRISE OF THE YEAR

Sponsored by Watering Concepts

Watering Concepts is a Western Australian owned company with a 30 year record of service within the community. Watering Concepts designs, supplies and services systems for water-based solutions including process water for mining, chemical applications, industrial waste applications and for use within the water utilities system. They can design new projects or provide on-site or workshop repairs/refits for existing equipment dealing with control of flow, pressure, quality and distribution of solutions; provide access to spare parts and repairs to most brands of filters, control valves and flow meters, to maintain their reputation as Problem Solvers for Water Distribution Operations.

WINNER: Atlas Linen Service

Atlas Linen Service located in Belmont provides laundry services and linen management solutions to a broad customer base in the form of processing Customers Own Goods and a Hire and Launder service to its client base. Since 1999, the current owners of the business have grown the business five-fold. Atlas Linen focuses heavily on quality assurance and as such has developed procedures to comply with the requirements of large clients such as Chevron and the Compass Group. In addition, Atlas Linen is now a preferred service provider to all major airlines and the armed forces.

JUDGES AWARDS

Sponsored by Belmont BEC

Belmont BEC has conducted the Belmont Small Business Awards since 1994, and is now presenting its 17th award night, the awards have supported and encouraged many hundreds of small businesses by providing recognition for their achievements and business excellence. The Judges sometimes come across a business that they believe deserves recognition that has not quite met the criteria of other categories. The Judges Award was introduced to acknowledge such a deserving small business.

WINNER: Chilli Couture

Chilli Couture is a boutique salon located in the heart of Northbridge where 1950’s glamour meets street funk. At Chilli Couture clients receive exclusive one-on-one pampering in the areas of full services up market hair and beauty treatments. The salon specialises in hair extensions, eyelash extensions, diamond toes, body crystals and provides the latest and best hair care products for home use. Business owner Emmanuelle Torres is from the Indigenous tribe Yawuru-Jabirr-Jabirr. Emmanualle has recently cofounded a program called Stylin Up which is the first beauty, hair and motivational program to inspire young indigenous women.

JUDGES AWARDS

Sponsored by Textile Clothing Footwear Resource Centre of WA

TCFWA has supported the Belmont Small Business Awards since 1998 by providing support and recognition for creative small business achievements and business excellence. The Judges come across a business that they believe deserves recognition that has not quite met the criteria of other categories. The Judges Award was introduced to acknowledge such a deserving small business.

WINNER: Eco Peko

Eco peko is an organic clothing label for little greenies consisting of organic tee-shirts, bamboodies (cute bamboo hoodies), organic happy daks, and organic super big bibs. This earth friendly fashion range is made from 100% Certified organic cotton, has a super high thread count and the knitting, stitching & dyeing processes are green from top to bottom. The Eco peko collection is perfect to gift for those that prefer their gifts on the green side.