AWARD
CATEGORIES
our categories
EXCELLENCE IN BUSINESS
Recognising overall business excellence in performance.
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BEST MICRO BUSINESS
Celebrating outstanding small businesses.
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OUTSTANDING SOCIAL IMPACT
Honouring businesses making a positive difference
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LEADER OF THE YEAR
Recognising exceptional leadership and influence
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PEOPLE'S CHOICE
Voted by the community for the community
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OUTSTANDING MĀORI OR PASIFIKA BUSINESS
Honouring cultural leadership and business excellence
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BEST EMERGING BUSINESS
celebrating new ventures with bright futures
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SUPREME AWARD
The ultimate recognistion of business excellence
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HOW TO CHOSE YOUR CATEGORY
Choose the category or categories hat best reflect your business strengths and achievements. You can enter more than one category, but separate entry is required for each. Unsure where to enter? Review the category descriptions to find your best fit.
ELIGIBILITY
- Entries are open to businesses based in Hawke’s Bay
- Your business must have been operating for at least 12 months
- Previous winners are welcome to enter again
ENTRY TIPS
- Be clear, concise and tell your story.
- Use examples and outcomes to show your impact.
- Quality over quantity-focus on what matters most.
READY TO BE RECOGNISED?
Share your story and be part of Hawke’s Bay’s most prestigious business awards.
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