2023 Winners
The business community from across Hawke’s Bay gathered to celebrate and acknowledge the impressive mahi done by the business community in the past year in innovation, community contribution, visitor experience, sustainability, and business excellence. Attendees included businesses and awards finalists representing all corners of Hawke’s Bay and a variety of industries.
Congratulations to the 2023 winners!
Wayfinder
Excellence in Innovation
Sponsored by EIT Te Pūkenga
Wayfinder is a firm that is in the business of selling innovative solutions.
Topline Contracting
Outstanding Social Impact
Sponsored by The Breeze
At the heart of Topline’s success is their unwavering dedication to creating a brighter future for people in their community.
Tākaro Trails Cycle Tours
Resilient Business
Sponsored by Unison
The judges were impressed by the owner’s well rounded and dedicated approach to the business’s day to day operations.
Kahu Scaffolding
Best Emerging Business
Sponsored by Hastings District Coucil
Kahu Scaffolding is commended for its outstanding progress in recent years.
OBriasco Bridal Boutique
Ultimate Visitor Experience
Sponsored by Napier City Council
At OBriasco our mystery shopper had an outstanding experience with business owner Olivia.
Your Decal Shop
Excellence in Sustainability
Sponsored by Hawke's Bay Regional Council
Your Decal is an amazing business that is clear on its vision and market.
Waylyn Tahuri-Whaipakanga
Leader of the Year
Sponsored by 2degrees
Our 2023 ‘Leader of the Year’ has not only weathered challenging times but has risen to the occasion with unwavering dedication. Undeterred by circumstances, they have stepped up to provide leadership when it was needed the most.
Topline Contracting
Supreme Award
Sponsored by Datcom
Topline Contracting impressed judges with their customer centric culture, community focus, attention to safety and wellbeing, growth, and above all the positive impact in the lives of the men and women that undertake the Topline Academy.