A new search for excellence in business is on its way, as Bendigo Advertiser, Be.Bendigo and twenty other Category Sponsors and Partners celebrate the 25th annual Bendigo Business Excellence Awards with the 2018 Gala scheduled for Friday 1st June.
The 2018 program for emerging and established business leaders is set to reach new heights as it again recognises the tremendous achievements of our local businesses – from each industry sector.
This year, the program will see the introduction of two new award categories with each award sponsored by an industry partner, whose contribution sees the program run each year.
The 2018 application period is NOW CLOSED. In 2018 any business was able to immediately apply for a category award – except for the People’s Choice Award, where nominations are taken to find the Top 20 most popular businesses. Voting on the Top 20 People’s Choice Award finalists will commence Wednesday 11th April 2018.
Throughout the program businesses will be again be able to take part in a series of business development workshops and events, which will showcase opportunities to learn from industry leaders. Workshops will take place across Bendigo, with various times and dates to be announced, which will aim to be accessible for any businessperson, no matter what your business.
Entry Process
Apply For An Award
Applications CLOSED
Tuesday 6th March 2018 – Sunday 8th April 2018
All businesses and individuals are welcome to submit an application. There is no nomination period for industry categories in 2018.
People’s Choice Award
Vote Now!
Tuesday 6th March 2018 – Sunday 8th April 2018
Voting on the Top 20 commences Wednesday 11th April 2018
The Top 20 nominated businesses make it through to become finalists in the People’s Choice Award. Nominate a business before Sunday 8th April and get voting from Wednesday 11th April to find this years peoples choice!
Judging
Monday 30th April 2018 – Friday 11th May 2018
Impartial and independent, our judges come from Bendigo, Ballarat, Geelong and other areas amongst our business network. Judges are selected for their business experience and abilities, across various fields and industry sectors. Each Award Category will be allocated 3 Judges.
2018 Gala Event
Friday 1st June 2018
Enjoy a night of entertainment, networking and awards at the 2018 Gala Event. Hosted at the All Seasons Resort Hotel, each Gala ticket includes a two course dinner, with drinks on arrival. All other drinks at bar prices. Gather your team, colleagues and customers if you wish, to help us celebrate business excellence at the 25th annual Bendigo Business Excellence Awards.
Applications Closed – Industry Categories
The 2018 program for emerging and established business leaders is set to reach new heights as it again recognises the tremendous achievements of our local businesses – from each industry sector. Take a look at the categories for 2018.
Applications for the 2018 Bendigo Business Excellence Awards are NOWCLOSED.
