Creativity, determination and unstoppable drive took centre stage at the Geelong Business Excellence Awards.
Twenty awards were presented to businesses, leaders and young entrepreneurs during the Geelong Chamber of Commerce event at Geelong Arts Centre on 30 October.
Geelong Chamber of Commerce chief executive Jeremy Crawford said he congratulated everyone who received an award, including Aamir Qutub for Business Leader of the Year and David Greenwood for Young Entrepreneur of the Year.
“The Geelong Arts Centre embodies creativity and excellence, which perfectly aligns with the spirit of our awards that honour outstanding achievements and innovation,” he said.
Plumbing and environmental service Kennedys Group received two awards during the event, including Business of the Year and Advanced Manufacturing and Industry.
Youth and adolescent mental health organisation Psychs in Schools received the Safe and Healthy Business Award during the night.
“This award belongs to our team as they’re the reason the idea became a movement,” co-founder Jesse Diggins said.
“When we first trialled this model, we had a quiet belief it could become something much bigger than us, and to see it now making a difference in schools across Victoria is surreal.”
Geelong Arts Centre chief executive Rhys Holden said it was great to host Geelong’s business community for an “unforgettable night of celebrations”.
“The iconic Geelong Arts Centre is a fitting stage to celebrate business excellence and recognise the spirit of creativity and resilience that drives our region forward,” he said.
Other awards included GMHBA with Employer of Choice, Quest Geelong Central with Best First Year, Surf Coast Women’s Health Group with Emerging Business, and The Q Train for Tourism and Hospitality.
Visit gbea.com.au/winners-announced for more information and the full list of Geelong Business Excellence Award winners.
