Get the latest news to your email inbox FREE!

REGISTER

Get the latest news to your email inbox FREE!

REGISTER
HomeNewsBusinesses to be celebrated in virtual extravaganza

Businesses to be celebrated in virtual extravaganza

Geelong’s annual business awards will go virtual again this year in a bid to get “an even larger audience tuning in and participating” amid COVID-19 uncertainty.

“Last year’s virtual awards attracted over 10,000 people,” Geelong Chamber of Commerce chief executive officer Ben Flynn said.

“It was amazing to see the business community celebrate those at the top of their game in front of their families, friends and colleagues. We can’t wait to replicate another incredible event this year.”

The Geelong Business Excellence Awards presentation evening will be live-streamed beginning 7pm on October 19.

Organisers promise a highly-produced, glamorous virtual event celebrating the way the Geelong business community has adapted, survived and thrived over the past year.

The 2021 Geelong Business Excellence Awards recognise and celebrate the region’s clever, creative and resilient businesses and business leaders.

“It’s more important than ever to recognise those businesses and leaders who are driving our city forward and an event like this plays an important part in rebuilding everyone’s confidence,” Mr Flynn said.

“The support of our major sponsors, Deakin University and LBW Business + Wealth Advisors, together with our category sponsors and program partners, makes this night possible

“It’s a testament to the resilience of the Geelong business community to adapt and enjoy our night together despite the challenges.”

Established in 1986 and managed by the chamber, the Geelong Business Excellence Awards recognise organisations that have achieved business excellence in the local region.

Entries for the Geelong Business Excellence Awards close next Friday, July 16.

For details visit www.gbea.com.au or search Geelong Business Excellence Awards on Facebook and Instagram.

Digital Edition
Subscribe

Get an all ACCESS PASS to the News and your Digital Edition with an online subscription

Addressing the Growing Childcare Workforce Gap in Geelong

On any weekday morning in Geelong, kids are strapped into car seats, parents scramble for missing shoes and everyone rushes to drop their kids...
More News

Be Tru rally for justice

First Nations people and allies gathered on the corner of Geelong's Little Malop Street and Moorabool Street for the Be Tru Cry Justice Invasion...

Australia Day fun in Geelong

Community members gathered at Geelong's Steampacket Garden on 26 January for the Australia Day Family Day. Independent photographer Ivan Kemp went along to the...

Lowther’s new role

A whirlwind few months and perfect timing led to Dan Lowther’s appointment as Werribee’s coach for the Victorian Football League season. After the departure of...

Wyndham, Geelong back Avalon plan

Geelong and Wyndham councils have announced their Avalon advocacy requests for the November state election. In conjunction with the Geelong Chamber of Commerce, Committee...

OAM honours for 11

Eleven people with significant connections to Greater Geelong were recognised with Australia Day honours on 26 January and received a Medal of the Order...

Route change for Surf Coast Classic

Surf Coast Classic women’s and men’s races will start in Torquay instead of Lorne due to bushfire activity and warm weather forecasts. The...

Paramedic concerns as temps rise

Paramedics are urging the community not to leave children, pets or older people unattended in vehicles as temperatures continue to soar following a warm...

Neighbourhood house reveals new program

The Ocean Grove Neighbourhood House is back in full swing, with organisers launching a new February program. Catering to community members of all ages, the...

A bigger than ever Festival of Sails

The nation’s ultimate sailing celebration returned for its 183rd year, as the Festival of Sails ventured into the Geelong waterfront from 24 to 26...

Anthony ready to defend title

Barwon Heads’ Jakara Anthony is aiming to be the first Australian to defend an Olympic title at the Olympic Winter Games in Milano...