Best Emerging Business entry process
What this award recognises:
Open to businesses operating for less than three years (since 1 January 2022), this category celebrates strong starts and smart strategies.
NB: Should there be a difference between your company’s official registration date with the Companies Office and the date you commenced operations, the latter will be used to determine eligibility for the Best Emerging Business category. In such cases, applicants must provide clear evidence of when business operations began (e.g. tenancy agreement, contracts, sales records, or other verifiable documentation).
What excellence looks like:
- Clear business plan and startup strategy
- Demonstrated early growth in key areas
- Resilience in navigating early-stage challenges
- Future-focused thinking and long-term vision
How to enter:
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- Download the entry questions
- Share your journey, challenges and successes
- Use STAR to tell your story with impact
- Finalise and proof your responses
- Submit by 5.00pm, Friday 13 June 2025
Download Strategy & Planning Entry Form
DOWNLOAD BEST EMERGING BUSINESS ENTRY FORM
