Winners August 2009

August Winners 2009

EMERGING BUSINESS -sponsored by Sensis Yellow Pages

White Sands

White Sands is an edgy new swimwear & resort wear line by Leah Madden, for the woman who is sexy, fun, fashionable & savvy enough to know quality when she sees it. White Sands is quintessentially glamorous, always with an eye to fashion, and a nod to the carefree style that is so Australian.

FAMILY BUSINESS - sponsored by Telstra

Newhaven Funerals

Newhaven Funerals is an expanding company, owned and operated by the Connolly family, which has worked in the industry since 1979. The company offers services such as human funerals, pre arrangement and pre payment services, pet cremation, crematoriums, ocean funerals, ashes scattering and memorial garden sites. Brands incorporated include Newhaven Funerals, Fair Lady Funerals, Eco Memorial Parks, Pethaven Animal Cremation and A Direct Cremation TM.

MANUFACTURING & CONSTRUCTION – sponsored by AusIndustry

Digga Australia

Formed in 1981, Digga are Australia’s leading manufacturer of earthmoving attachments & planetary drive gearboxes for the Construction & Earthmoving Machinery Industry. 100% Australian owned & operated Digga have one of the largest fully integrated manufacturing facilities in Queensland. Exporting product to over 50 countries, Digga have 4 company owned factories & 186 staff to service an extensive worldwide dealer network.

MAYOR’S INNOVATION GC AWARD – sponsored by Gold Coast City Council

Renegade Motors International

Renegade is developing the world’s most powerful twin-cam motorcycle engine, pioneering a gear-driven valve train that allows for unsurpassed power, efficiency & safety. Meeting the strictest EPA standards, this engine is more powerful & is more efficient than any other aftermarket Harley Davidson or custom motorcycle engine in the world.

RETAIL, WHOLESALE &DISTRIBUTION - sponsored by Suncorp

Foodservice Equipment International

Established in 1986, FEI (Foodservice Equipment International) is owned & operated by John & Gail Leith. FEI’s core business is the supply of tableware, buffetware, banqueting equipment & furniture to 4 & 5 star hotels, resorts, restaurants, convention centre & international airlines. In spite of the economic doom & gloom, FEI are still seeing exciting new project work & export markets open up.

TOURISM,HOSPITALITY & RECREATION

Busy Bodies Australia

Busy Bodies Australia is the leading event management & conference breakout activity provider in south-east Queensland. Busy Bodies have six divisions: events & conferencing, community recreation, primary school fitness, corporate sport & Hotel Kids Clubs. In less than 3 years, Busy Bodies has become a leader in recreation & events with more than 5000 clients per week enjoying what the Gold Coast has to offer.

TRADES, PROFESSIONS & SERVICES -sponsored by msl | Michael Sing Lawyers

Ray White Surfers Paradise

Ray White Surfers Paradise sells more real estate on the Gold Coast than any other real estate agency! The Bell brothers opened the doors to the business in 1989 with a staff of 16 & turned around $40 million in sales for the year. Growth has been an integral part of the agency’s history, now employing 210 staff currently turning over in excess of $750 million in sales annually.

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY & MULTIMEDIA - sponsored by Griffith University

Gotalk

Established in 2000, the Australian owned gotalk group occupies a unique & enviable position in the telecommunication industry. With sales in excess of $160 million per annum, operations in Australia & New Zealand & over 150 staff, the gotalk group has grown steadily through acquiring other businesses & creating new & exciting cutting edge products.

ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT - sponsored by Gold Coast City Council

Surfers Paradise Marriott Resort & Spa

Surfers Paradise Marriott Resort & Spa offers five star hotel accommodation in the heart of the Gold Coast. An environmental focus has been embedded into the Marriott culture from the beginning of Marriott Hotels.The Marriott’s Environmental Committee meet monthly to discuss environmental ideas relevant for each department to ensure they continue to be proactive as the Resort changes & progresses.