2008 Business Swap Award Winners

2008 Business Swap Award Winners
11 October 2008

Last night the Business Swap International Awards were held at Opal Cove Resort, in Coffs Harbour, NSW. The Awards are designed to celebrate and showcase the many achievements of our members, with over 120 people in attendence the evening was a huge success, the champagne was flowing in celebration of our Award Winners' success and achievements.


Congratulations to the following members:

Business Awards

Employee of the Year - sponsored by Redback Solutions

Jessica Evans of Catering by Design; Northern Beaches Business Swap

Jess has an exceptionally thorough understanding of the company she works for. It's goals, how it operates, and how her role in the company affects its operations. She is dedicated and passionate about Catering By Design, and has been described as a vital part of the company and a true asset. She has brilliant organisational alibility which has been an integral element that has enabled the company to grow exponentially in the past 2 years.

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New Business of the Year - sponsored by Red Day Coaching

I Hate My PC - David Moore; Northern Beaches Business Swap

Over the past 2 years, David has carved out a niche in the highly competitive IT industry. Over the past 12 months the company has achieved a 140% growth year on year, which has been a direct a result of the positive word of mouth he received from exceptionally happy customers who describe the service provided by David as "professional, efficient, value for money, goes the extra mile, reliable and innovative."

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Business of the Year (sole trader) - sponsored by NRMA Business Insurance

Fibercon - Mark Combe; Brisbane Business Swap

As a sole-trader in a very specialised industry, Fibercon stands out within it's industry as being able to meet the demands of big business with the flexibility that a sole trader is able to provide. With a business turnover in excess of $1 million, Mark has been able to expand the business specifically by increasing their product range and exporting overseas.

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Business of the Year (5 employees or less) - sponsored by Sticky Tickets Pty Ltd

Sydney Commercial Kitchens - Neil Willis; Northern Beaches Business Swap

Neil has created a business many would aspire to. With good solid systems in place that allows him the freedom to work on the business - not in the business, clientele that keep coming back year after year, suppliers who will bend backwards to help his team meet their clients needs, and staff members who feel empowered to run the business as if it were their own. Sydney Commercial Kitchens has established itself as the market leader in their industry, creating a multi-million dollar business - all online.

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Business of the Year (6 or more employees) - sponsored by Allen Carr's Easy Way

Sunshine Coast Pet Resort - Jo Hassan; Brisbane Business Swap & Sam Brown; Sunshine Coast Business Swap

Sunshine Coast Pet Resort stands out from their competitors by providing a service that is completely focused on their clients needs - the pets (andtheir owners). The business is unique, has strong branding and has created a 24/7 service that provides their customers the convenience and flexibility that they need. Jo and Sam both understand the value of creating effective operations and have a fully documented system in place for all areas of the business. More impressive is that they have actually sold their operation manuals to other companies throughout the world.

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Club Awards

Member of the Year - sponsored by Imagine Art Pty Ltd

Trina Panormo, Perth Business Swap in recognition for outstanding contribution to the organisation.

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The John Nevin President's Award - sponsored by Speakers Coach

Jock Wallace, Northern Beaches Business Swap in recognition for outstanding leadership and performance during his term as Club President.

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Club of the Year - sponsored by Business Publications Australia

Northern Beaches Business Swap

The members of Northern Beaches pride themselves on the team effort that has created the results of having a vibrant, enthusisatic and supportive club. 22 new members have joined the Northern Beaches club in the last 12 months.

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Sponsor of the Year

Russell Reardon, Gold Coast Business Swap in recognition for introducing the most new members in the past 12 months.

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Margaret London Award

Linda Ward, Coffs Harbour Business Swap in recognition for outstanding contribution within the first 12 months of membership.

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Life Membership

Noelene Dawes, City Business Swap

in recognition of her contribution to the organisation over the past 10 years.

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Fellowship honours

Wendy Close; Central Coast Business Swap
Marlene Rattigan; Perth Business Swap

CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL THE 2008 BUSINESS SWAP AWARD WINNERS

Award Winners shared in a prize pool valued at almost $50,000