The Hunter Region Business Excellence Awards (HRBEA) has unveiled its finalists, highlighting the remarkable achievements and contributions of businesses across the Hunter region.
From innovative startups to established enterprises, the HRBEA recognises excellence in various sectors, showcasing the region’s vibrant business landscape.
This marks the 29th year of the HRBEA, a testament to its enduring legacy of celebrating excellence and fostering growth within the Hunter region’s business community.
Since its inception, the awards have evolved into a prestigious platform, honouring outstanding businesses and inspiring others to strive for greatness.
The Awards team at HRBEA said that each year the benchmark for submissions grows higher as you get an insider’s peek into the hard work and innovation happening within local businesses.
The level of excellence this year was no different, with 150 submissions received.
“We are thrilled to announce the finalists for the Hunter Region Business Excellence Awards,” the Awards Team said.
“Each finalist exemplifies the highest standard of business excellence, driving innovation, fostering growth, and making a positive impact on our community.”
Reflecting on their finalist recognition, Owner and Operator of Acrobat Removals, Jord Petersen said this was a nice surprise for their team.
“Despite the challenging economic climate and a slowdown in moves, we at Acrobat Removals and Storage are proud to be recognised for our dedication to exceptional service,” he said.
“This nomination not only acknowledges our hard work but also allows us to reaffirm our commitment to rebuilding trust within our industry.
“We remain steadfast in our mission to provide reliable and efficient moving services, even during uncertain times. To be recognised for this, in any capacity, is a very nice feeling,” Jord concluded.
The HBREA team said the judging process for the was rigorous and comprehensive, with a panel of esteemed industry experts carefully evaluating each nomination.
Criteria such as innovation, sustainability, customer service, and community engagement were meticulously assessed to determine the finalists.
“The caliber of nominations we received this year was outstanding,” the Judging Panel said.
“It was inspiring to see the passion and dedication of businesses striving for excellence despite the challenges we’ve faced. Selecting the finalists was a difficult task, but it reaffirmed the incredible talent and potential within the Hunter region.”
The winner announcements will unfold on Friday, 24 May at Bean Ean in Pokolbin, where the Hunter Region Business Hub will host their Gala Dinner and reveal the winners.
This venue offers an excellent setting for an evening of celebration and networking as finalists, sponsors, and supporters come together to honour excellence and celebrate success.
“We invite the community to join us at the Gala Dinner as we celebrate the achievements of our finalists and the vibrancy of the Hunter Region business community,” the Awards Team said.
“It’s an occasion not to be missed, where we can come together to applaud success, share stories, and inspire one another.”
Reflecting on their experience as previous winners, Beam Bookkeeping shared that the HRBEA win propelled their businesses forward, fostering further recognition whilst inspiring them to reach new heights.
“Winning at the 2023 Hunter Region Business Excellence Awards was a pivotal moment for our company,” Managing Director, Katie McCool said.
“Not only did it validate our hard work and dedication, but it also opened doors to new opportunities and increased recognition within the region.
“Winning the award gave us a sense of pride and accomplishment, fueling our determination to push boundaries and achieve new milestones.
“We congratulate all the worthy finalists of 2024, and look forward to the celebrations in May,” Katie concluded.
The full list of finalists can be found below:
- ACN – All Communications Network
- Acrobat Removals and Storage
- Adira Healthcare
- Alestre Pilates
- AusPsych NSW
- Australian Hypnotherapy College
- Balanced Beans Pty Ltd
- Barre & Co
- Beam Bookkeeping
- Bottrell Business Consultants
- Chadwick Blinds & Shutters
- Clarke & Co Estate Agents
- CK Health and Wellbeing
- Connect Cleaning Group
- Creative Ark
- Creative Sensory Spaces
- Dragonfly Journey
- Dreamy Babies
- Dynamic Business Technologies
- Dungog District Chamber of Commerce
- Earth & Elm Studio and Wellness Services
- Elliot Watson Financial Planning
- Executive Personnel Solutions
- Expressions School of Dance
- Get Fit For Life
- Green Ink Design Studio
- Hammer and Stone Property Services
- Heart HR
- Heart of Hunter
- Heart of Hunter Tours
- Hunter ENT Hearing
- Hunter Events NSW
- Hunter Interior Design
- Hunter Valley Flooring Xtra
- Hunter Valley Tours
- Initial Response Training
- Jezweb
- JT Creative
- Kis Creative
- Lifestyle Cleaning Services
- Little Windmill Clothing Co
- LJ Hooker Belmont
- Making Waves Foundation
- MarriedbyLobby
- McCaffrey’s Estate
- Money Links
- Morpeth Family Medical Practice
- Natural Lights Photography
- Network ICT Pty Ltd
- Newcastle Ghost Tours
- Newcastle Lymphoedema & Lipoedema Clinic
- Next Level Property & Consulting
- Nourish Services
- Outback Jess
- Pearl Home Care Newcastle and Hunter
- Performance Arts Culture Cessnock (PACC)
- Picture This Custom Framing
- Privvy Retail
- Procover Painting
- Pursue Ability
- RAS Training & Services
- Red Insight
- Resourceful Living Group
- Rise N Shine Espresso Bar
- Skin Shore
- Spewy
- Supreme Sandstone
- Telethrive
- The Dungog Trading Post
- The Health Refinery
- The Mai-Wel Group
- The Marketing GP
- The Vault Bookkeeping
- Turbo Charged Espresso
- United Civil Resources
- Vales Wines
- Valkyrie Accountants & Advisors
- Vintage Connections
- Vines Restaurant at Hollydene Estate Wines
- Voyage Today Photography
- Will & Wild
For more information about the Hunter Region Business Excellence Awards and to purchase Gala Dinner tickets, please visit their website.
IMAGE | 2023 Gala Dinner at the Hunter Region Business Excellence Awards.
