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The Sydney City Business Awards celebrates the innovation, resilience and dedication of businesses across wider Sydney. We believe that businesses play a vital role in driving economic growth, creating jobs, and contributing to the overall well-being of our city. That's why we are committed to recognising the hard work and dedication of businesses of all sizes and industries.

Our awards program is designed to showcase the best of the best. Whether you are a startup, a small business, or a large corporation, we have a category that recognises your unique accomplishments. From innovative products and services to exceptional customer service and community involvement, we celebrate all aspects of business excellence.

By participating in the Business Awards, you not only have the opportunity to gain recognition and exposure for your business, but you also become part of a community of like-minded individuals who share your passion for success. Our judges are industry experts who bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table, providing valuable feedback and insights that can help you take your business to the next level.

We invite you to join us in celebrating the vibrant business community in our region. Whether you are a finalist, a sponsor, or simply a supporter of local businesses, your involvement helps to build a stronger, more resilient economy for all.

Sydney Metro Business Awards Winners Announced!

2023 Categories

The Outstanding Employee Award recognises an inspirational employee who has demonstrated a passion for their role and a commitment to their workplace and the community. 

Entrants are required to demonstrate their commitment over the past 12 months to their workplace, the community and to being an outstanding employee. To be eligible to enter this category, the individual must have been employed by their current employer for a minimum of 18 months. 

2023 Finalist:

  • Hamed Mortaji - Commnia
  • Jennifer Vera - Foodini

 

The Outstanding Employee Award recognises an inspirational employee who has demonstrated a passion for their role and a commitment to their workplace and the community. 

Entrants are required to demonstrate their commitment over the past 12 months to their workplace, the community and to being an outstanding employee. To be eligible to enter this category, the individual must have been employed by their current employer for a minimum of 18 months. 

2023 Finalist:

  • Alexander Holden, Honest Tooth Dental Care / Dental Care Productions
  • Dylan McDonnell, Foodini
  • Justin Steele, Local Sauce Tours
  • Justine Vorich, SaabTeece
  • Kayla Caruso, Music Lessons Australia
  • Michael Ripia, Halo Marketing
  • Rita Agoulian, LickYourPhone Media
  • Spiroula Stathakis, FOS Collective
  • Zahava Robinson, Bondi Podiatry

The Outstanding Business Leader Award recognises an inspirational business leader aged 36 years or over who has demonstrated a commitment to their workplace, industry and the community through leadership, whilst providing mentorship to others. 

Entrants are required to demonstrate their commitment over the past 12 months to creating a smarter and more inclusive future and to being an outstanding mentor and business leader.  To be eligible to enter this category, the individual must have held senior management or executive level position within their organisation for a minimum of 18 months at the time of entry.

Finalist 2023:

  • Andrew Dzurak, Diraq 
  • Arnold Kieldgaard, Potts Point Vintage
  • Colin Lee, Inspire Realty
  • Dean Salakas, The Party People
  • Doris Dunon, Smart Mango
  • Jeni Wilcock, Sullivan Dewing Chartered Accountants & Business Builders
  • Jodie Wainwright, Milk Crate Theatre
  • Ryan Miller, Keeping Company 
  • Paul Culbi, Jamesons Strata Management Eastern Suburbs
  • Michele Miller, RoboKids Founder & CEO
  • Timo Kugler, Foodini

The Excellence in Micro Business Award recognises a business that has effectively driven growth and is able to demonstrate the specific strategies implemented to achieve business success and/or resilience. 

Entrants are required to demonstrate their achievements over the past 12 months across the key area of business excellence.  This category is open to businesses with less than 5 employees at the time of entry, who have been trading for a period of over 24 months.

2023 Finalist:

The Excellence in Small Business Award recognises a business that has effectively driven growth and is able to demonstrate the specific strategies implemented to achieve business success and/or resilience.

Entrants are required to demonstrate their achievements over the past 12 months across the key area of business excellence.  This category is open to businesses with 5 to 20 employees at the time of entry, who have been trading for a period of over 24 months.

2023 Finalist:

The Excellence in Large Business Award recognises a business that has effectively driven growth and is able to demonstrate the specific strategies implemented to achieve business success and/or resilience.

Entrants are required to demonstrate their achievements over the past 12 months across the key area of business excellence.  This category is open to businesses with 21 or more employees at the time of entry, who have been trading for a period of over 24 months.

2023 Finalist:

The Outstanding Start-up Award recognises a start-up business that has effectively driven growth and is able to demonstrate the potential to achieve future success.

Entrants are required to demonstrate their commitment over the past 12 months to being an outstanding start-up.  This category is open to new businesses trading for a period of less than 24 months.

2023 Finalist:

The Excellence in Innovation Award recognises a business that has implemented innovative solutions for new and existing needs through the introduction or improvement of a product, technology, or application that impacts the wider community.

Entrants are required to demonstrate their achievements over the past 12 months across the key area of innovation.

2023 Finalist:

The Excellence in Innovation Award recognises a business that has implemented innovative solutions for new and existing needs through the introduction or improvement of a product, technology, or application that impacts the wider community.

Entrants are required to demonstrate their achievements over the past 12 months across the key area of innovation.

2023 Finalist:

The Excellence in International Business Award recognises a business that exports its products or services internationally, in order to build a positive reputation for Australian products and services and to deliver opportunities for business growth and success.

Entrants are required to demonstrate their achievements over the past 12 months across the key area of export. 

2023 Finalist:

The Employer of Choice Award – 20 Employees and under, recognises a business that has implemented strategies and initiatives to create a stimulating and supportive workplace environment.

Entrants are required to demonstrate their achievements over the past 12 months across the key areas of employee recruitment, engagement and retention.  Category criteria are based on initiatives that have had a positive impact on both employees and the business.

2023 Finalist:

The Employer of Choice Award – 21 Employees and over, recognises a business that has implemented strategies and initiatives to create a stimulating and supportive workplace environment.

Entrants are required to demonstrate their achievements over the past 12 months across the key areas of employee recruitment, engagement and retention.  Category criteria are based on initiatives that have had a positive impact on both employees and the business.

2023 Finalist:

This Excellence in Diversity and Inclusion Award recognises businesses that address the needs of a diverse community, including seniors, people from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) backgrounds, and people with disability. An inclusive business facilitates the needs of all its employees and customers.  

Entrants are required to demonstrate their commitment over the past 12 months to address the needs of a diverse community. This category is open to businesses that have been trading for a continuous period of two or more years.

2023 Finalist:

The Outstanding Community Organisation Award recognises an organisation that works to improve the social, cultural or environmental well-being of the community. 

Entrants are required to demonstrate their commitment over the past 12 months to being an outstanding community organisation.  This category is open to social enterprises and not-for-profit organisations that have been trading for a period of over 24 months.

2023 Finalist:

The Outstanding Local Chamber Award recognises the achievements of a Local Chamber of Commerce in supporting its members to maximise their business potential.  

To be eligible to enter this category, Local Chambers must be a part of the Business NSW Chamber Local Chamber Alliance program.

2023 Finalist:  

Business of the Year is open to all winners of the following categories: 

  • Excellence in International Business 

  • Employer of Choice 

  • Excellence in Innovation 

  • Excellence in Sustainability 

  • Outstanding Community Organisation 

  • Outstanding Start-up  

  • Excellence in Diversity and Inclusion

  • Excellence in Micro Business  

  • Excellence in Small Business  

  • Excellence in Large Business 

This award is awarded to a Business that has been judged to be an outstanding business, that has provided an entry that demonstrates achievements and excellence over and above all other entrants.