By Luke Voogt
A record field of entries has thrilled the organisers of the 2019 Deakin University Geelong Business Excellence Awards.
“We’re up about 25 per cent on previous years,” said Alex Hamilton, Geelong Chamber of Commerce’s business awards manager.
“It’s the most we’ve had in the 12 years we’ve been running the awards.”
The 2019 awards had also set a record for first-time entries, Ms Hamilton said.
“We had double the amount that we’ve had in previous years. We’re getting many returning entrants but to have an influx of new entrants is fantastic.
“By joining us on this journey you can take a breath, step back and enjoy just how far your business has come, reigniting your passion and focusing your direction. To get to be a finalist is great achievement.”
Ms Hamilton expected more than 600 guests to attend this year’s gala presentation night at The Pier on 25 July.
Geelong actress Natalie O’Donnell, famous for multiple roles in stage productions of Mamma Mia, would be host, Ms Hamilton revealed.
The Geelong Indy is again the awards’ print media sponsor.
“We’re thrilled to have helped the chamber achieve another record result in 2019,“ said Indy managing editor Tony Galpin.
“Congratulations to everyone involved in making the awards such a success.“
