2024 Annual Winners

2024 Business of the Year

SEE Group

Founded by the Turner family in 1988, SEE Group specialises in major infrastructure, urban development and mining projects across Queensland and New South Wales. The vertically integrated business comprises three main arms: civil engineering, quarrying and fleet management. The Helensvale-headquartered company is now owned by a second generation of the Turner family and employs more than 450 people.

Emerging & Micro Business

Joe’s Deli

Joe’s Deli is a premium quick service restaurant that infuses fast-food culture, with a ‘stay a while’ environment. The business serves a New York-style street-food menu with a South Pacific influence at its two locations on the Gold Coast and in Brisbane. The business employs 32 full and part-time team members and serves more than 14,000 diners monthly!

Family Business

SEE GROUP

Founded by the Turner family in 1988, SEE Group specialises in major infrastructure, urban development and mining projects across Queensland and New South Wales. The vertically integrated business comprises three main arms: civil engineering, quarrying and fleet management. The Helensvale-headquartered company is now owned by a second generation of the Turner family and employs more than 450 people.

Retail, Wholesale and Distribution

JSW Powersports

JSW Powersports emerged as a humble backyard venture and over 26 years, it has blossomed into a multi-million-dollar empire, pioneering innovations in the watercraft and powersports industry.  The company has been the largest Sea-Doo personal watercraft dealer in the world for the past 12 years. JSW Powersports also sell other industry leading brands such as Sea Fox, Malibu and Axis, Cobalt, Seabob, Can-Am and Fliteboard.

Construction and Trades

TEW Solutions

TEW Solutions is a specialist electrical and mechanical engineering company that provides end-to-end solutions for intricate projects across both public and private sectors. The company services industries such as manufacturing, water and wastewater management, rail and transport, infrastructure, construction and commercial buildings. Established in 1992, the Molendinar company now has more than 40 employees and has completed more than 450 projects.

Manufacturing

iCoolsport

iCoolsport is a global 'pioneer' in ice-bath technology. Since 2004, iCoolsport products have been used by teams, clubs, stadiums and individuals at every major sporting event including the 2024 Olympic Games. The company was a major supplier to the FIFA World Cup in Qatar where it supplied 144 pools and 50 machines. More than 1 million people in over 70 countries use their products.

Professions and Services

Burchills Engineering Solutions is an iconic company that has helped shape the Gold Coast for 50 years. Established in 1974, the company has consistently held its reputation for being a leader in its field. Projects the company has been involved with include the Gold Coast Light Rail, Broadwater Parklands, Sovereign Islands, Hope Island Resort, Ephraim Island, and Sanctuary Cove.

Health and Wellbeing

Macro Mike

Mike Kellett started his health food business, Macro Mike, in 2016. Macro Mike has grown from making brownies in a small apartment to producing more than 100 products in a state-of-the-art production facility located in Burleigh Heads. The company now employs nearly 50 people and its products are available in more than 6000 stores across the nation. 

IT and Digital Business

TechConnect IT Solutions

TechConnect IT Solutions are experts in cloud, data, machine learning and artificial intelligence. The business helps clients unlock value from data and provides actionable business insights from data. Headquartered on the Gold Coast, TechConnect IT Solutions now has a presence across Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide as well as resources in Malta, Vietnam, Philippines, Dubai and South Africa.

Tourism, Hospitality and Events

Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary

Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary is an iconic Gold Coast tourist attraction. It has evolved over 75 years to become one of Queensland’s largest wildlife experiences. The Sanctuary’s mission is to conserve and advance Australia’s natural and cultural heritage for future generations, through educating visitors. Each year the attraction, which has 370 paid employees and a team of nearly 500 volunteers, plays host to more than 500,000 visitors.

Education, Training and Employment

Langports

Langports English Language College is a second generation, family-owned business that has delivered exceptional English Language Intensive Courses for Overseas Students (ELICOS) from more than 70 countries. Established in 2007, the college employs 62 people and has campuses on the Gold Coast and in Brisbane. Langports has been named Best Language School in Australia on multiple occasions.

 

Mayor's Innovation GC

AAC ID Solutions

AAC ID Solutions is a dynamic Gold Coast manufacturer, specialising in top-tier identification and branding solutions. With more than 25 years in the industry, AAC ID offers an extensive range of cutting-edge products, from wristbands, lanyards and RFID technology. AAC ID Solutions also offers high-quality printed materials, promotional products, and signage.

Champion of Accessibility

GC Aqua Park

GC Aqua Park is a family-owned and operated seasonal inflatable aqua park located at the Broadwater Parklands. The business prides itself on being a fun and exciting destination for all people and is a popular attraction for locals and tourists alike. Founded in 2018, the business now attracts more than 110,000 visitors every year.

Encouragement

Natures Farmer Sea

Natures Farmer Sea is a Burleigh-based health and wellness company, specialising in high-quality, natural products made from ocean-harvested sea moss. Founded in 2021, the company has grown significantly since. The company now employs more than 40 people, has processed more than 120,000 orders and is moving to a much larger manufacturing facility.

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