Peter Schifferli presents the award to Paul Pietsch and Peter Dresen.
MOST INNOVATIVE ENTERPRISE AWARD
SPONSORED BY TCF RESOURCE CENTRE OF Western Australia
Presented by Peter Schifferli, Committee member of TCF Resource Centre of WA
The TCF Resource Centre of WA provides support and specialised resources for the textile, clothing, footwear and leather industry in Western Australia. Since it's establishment in 1998 by the Belmont BEC it has located over 650 firms operating within this industry sector in WA, It participates in state, national and international projects to assist the industry like the Perth Royal Show, Australian Fashion Week in Sydney and Singapore Fashion Week.
Winner - P.D.A. Products. Directors Peter Dresen and Paul Pietsch
P.D.A Products are specialists in supplying the building industry with high quality, highly effective products. Major hardware retailers Mitre 10 & Bunnings recognise the quality of PDA products and distribute them to the public. The test of time has seen P.D.A.'s major product Mortafil widely accepted by professional builders all over Australia. Created by Paul Dresen and Paul Pietsch the product is the only Australian owned and made product with mortar like adhesive filler that is so versatile it can be used inside or outside. P.D.A. Products are based in Belmont.
Presented by Director, Mr Robert Francis
Nu-West Developments Pty. Ltd. is proud to be the sponsor of the Best New Business Award having commenced operations in February 2000. The Company specializes in small to medium sized unit developments and is able to offer unit developers a full project management solution for their developments. Through extensive expertise of management and staff, the Nu-West Developments is able to offer clients a full personalized and professional service.
Winner - Awnings WA. Proprietor David Pankhurst
Based in Belmont, Awnings WA is involved in the manufacture, supply and installation of an extensive range of quality external window coverings including fixed and retractable awnings, sunscreens, shade sails and roller shutters. The business began on April Fools day in 1999 with lots of enthusiasm, ideas and a disregard for superstitions! Owner David Pankhurst believes the company's attention to detail and genuine desire to help customers is the reason for its ongoing success.
Presented by Rizza White, Functions Manager, Sandringham by the River
Sandringham by the River is a leading Function Centre, Hotel and Restaurant complex located in the City of Opportunity, and we are very fortunate to have the Sandringham by the River as our host once again for the Belmont Business Awards. Not only does the Sandringham by the River play a vital commercial role in providing these wonderful facilities for our region, but also assists enormously in it's community role and provides assistance in the local schools work experience programs.
Winner - Allyear Gas & Airconditioning - Owners Steve Barnes and Michael Garwood
All Year Gas & Airconditioning is a partnership that began in 1993 supplying and installing quality superior reverse cycle, total air management, evaporative airconditioning, gas heating and solar pbased products to maintain an ideal climate control environment in the office or home. Management are constantly looking at new technology and marketing ideas to improve their customer service. All Year Gas & Airconditioning of Belmont was last year the 2000 National Micro Business of the Year Award Winner.
CONTACT DETAILS:- PH: (08) 9477 2400 FAX: (08) 9477 2500
Unit 1, 155 Belmont Avenue, Belmont WA 6104 Email:allyear@touch88.com.au
Margo Combe accepts the award from Ann Manifis.
BEST RETAIL BUSINESS
SPONSORED BY BELMONT FORUM
Presented by Ann Manifis, Marketing Manager, Belmont Forum
Discovering the bigger and better Belmont Forum has been an added attraction for the local region with great supermarkets, department stores and dozens of outstanding speciality retailers, restaurants and new takeaways opening every month. Belmont Forum is a great supporter of local community organisations and is also a valued sponsor of the Belmont BEC WA Youth Showcase being staged at this years Perth Royal Show.
Winner - Forum House of Cards - Owners Margo and David Combe
Forum House of Cards strives for operational excellence and provides the best range of cards and gifts based on consumer needs and wants at competitive value for money prices. Despite their being a national downturn in cards and gifts retail over the past year the business has stood its ground with a substantial increase in trading figures. Attention to customers needs and wants is a major focus. A Bonus Greeting Card loyalty program introduced in 1999 has been an outstanding success.
CONTACT DETAILS:- PH: (08) 9277 8855 FAX: (08) 9293 3687
Shop 112, Belmont Forum Shopping Centre, Belmont WA 6104
Centre Administrator Alex Crowder accepts the award from Tom Winterbourne.
COMMUNITY SPIRIT AWARD
SPONSORED BY SOUTHERN GAZETTE COMMUNITY
Presented by Tom Winterbourne, representing Southern Gazette Community
Southern Gazette Community Newspaper is a long time supporter of the Belmont regional community through their support shown to the local community and business organisations. Recognising the spirit of those business owners and managers that not only participate in the day to day activities of running their business, but also take the time to assist the community by providing work experience, employment opportunities and also participation in community projects.
Winner - Belmont Oasis Leisure Centre - Manager Debra Graham
Located in the heart of Belmont the Belmont Oasis Leisure Centre was established by Belmont City Council and is managed by Leisure Co. Providing fun and fitness opportunities for all the family, this premier facility is one of the largest leisure centres in Perth. Providing four pools, rapids and a beach entry, Belmont Oasis also offers a gymnasium, aerobics, aqua-aerobics, a sports hall, spa, sauna, coffee shop, crèche, function and board rooms. The Centre provides the opportunity for many community groups to gather and participate in fun, healthy activities.
CONTACT DETAILS:- PH: (08) 9277 1622 FAX: (08) 9277 1340
Cnr Alexander & Abernethy Roads, Belmont WA 6104 Email:belmont.manager@leisureco.com.au
A happy Alex Crowder with Marlene Pitt.
BEST STAFF TRAINING AWARD
SPONSORED BY COMMUNICARE , FAMILY AND EMPLOYMENT SERVICES
Presented by Martine Pitt, Executive Officer, Communicare
Communicare established an office in Belmont last year and has directly contributed to a marked reduction in Belmont's unemployment statistics. Communicare provides a Free Quality Employment Service to businesses in the South East region and provides Job Search Training, Job Matching and Intensive Employment Assistance to jobseekers. Communicare aims to empower and strengthen the local community by encouraging participation of all individuals in society through responsive and innovative support services.
Winner - Belmont Oasis Leisure Centre - Manager Debra Graham
Located in the heart of Belmont the Belmont Oasis Leisure Centre participates in the LeisureCo 'Three Tier Training Plan' which provides training in Occupational Health and Safety, Risk Management, Emergency Response, In-service training for swim school and health club, Senior First Aid, Computer Training, Customer Service and Sales Training for all levels of employees. Being one of the largest Leisure Centres in Perth, Belmont Oasis Leisure Centre conducts an outstanding Staff Training Program.
CONTACT DETAILS:- PH: (08) 9277 1622 FAX: (08) 9277 1340
Cnr Alexander & Abernethy Roads, Belmont WA 6104 Email:belmont.manager@leisureco.com.au
Elton Swarts middle, with Paul King and Brent Barden.
BEST MARKETING AWARD
SPONSORED BY BUSINESS NEWS
Presented by Elton Swarts, Business News
Business News is West Australia's leading weekly business newspaper and is delighted to be associated with Belmont's innovative and hard-working business community through these awards. Business News is proud of and encourages those businesses that wish to strive for excellence in what they do. Business News has a special surprise to announce for us all a bit later in the evening
Winner - Cooling Brothers Glass Company - Paul King
Cooling Brothers Glass Co. are celebrating 9 years in business in 2001. Based in Belmont, Cooling Bros. are glass merchants providing glass processing and installation to a predominantly commercial market, particularly shop fittings. The major benefit of their Company is to provide a cost effective, yet flexible service, able to meet and understand the needs of today's shop fitting industry and has am impressive list of major retail clients amongst its completed assignments.
SPONSORED BY SMALL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
Presented by Ron Cauacoud, Small Business Development Corporation
The Small Business Development Corporation is a supporter of all business in Western Australia and especially has a focus on Youth Enterprise through is bgeneration web site. SBDC is also a supported of the Belmont Business Enterprise Centre.
Winner - Edealism - Owner Bernard O'Rourkes
The name puts an internet spin on 'ideas' and 'idealism'. Based in Redcliffe, Bernard O'Rourkes started his internet based business at 24yrs of age and has achieved considerable success since that time culminating in the opening of a London branch in 2000. The London office is taking advantage of the exchange rate in providing first-rate services for approximately half the cost of similar services in the UK. The company's goal is to provide the most advanced digital solutions available to clients to help them meet their business objectives. Edealism provides Internet and Intranet design, e-business solutions, interactive marketing services and a variety of digital media applications.
Peter Blunden accepts the award from Marion Blair.
QUALITY MANAGEMENT AWARD
SPONSORED BY BELMONT BUSINESS ENTERPRISE CENTRE
Presented by Marion Blair, Committee of Management Belmont BEC
Belmont Business Enterprise Centre is a non profit community based association established in 1994. It assists people to start a new business or to improve or expand an existing business and provides guidance and support in business planning, trade information, marketing, research, exporting and referral to specialist advisors. It serves to recognise and encourage those businesses that strive for business excellence.
Winner - Deering Autronics - Business Development Manager Peter Blunden
Deering Autronics is a recognised leader in the Auto electrical and auto airconditioning service industries in Western Australia. Services include drive-in and mobile service, spare parts, exchange units, new equipment, cruise control supply and installation and a wide range of accessories. Deering Autronics operates 7 branches throughout the Perth Metropolitan area.
CONTACT DETAILS:- PH: (08) 9353 2233 FAX: (08) 9353 1133
Unit 9, 511 Abernethy Road, Kewdale WA 6105 Email:sales@deering.com.au Web Site:www.deering.com.au
Susy Griffiths and daughter with Graham Muir.
EXPORT AWARD
SPONSORED BY WESTRALIA AIRPORTS CORPORATION
Presented by Graham Muir, CEO, Westralia Airports Corporation
The Westralia Airports Corporation was a founding sponsor of the Belmont Small Business Awards. The Export Award supports and encourages excellence in Exports from within the City of Belmont in today's global marketplace and CEO Graham Muir and the Westralia Airports Corporation are also great community supporters of Belmont local organisations and schools within the region.
Winner - Hotbods Creatures Pty Ltd - Owners Suzy and Glen Griffiths
HotBods Creatures goes from strength to strength with Export sales exceeding $2 Million. Taking out last years Emerging Exporter Award in the State's prestigious Industry & Export Awards, strong growth in the Japanese market is now being followed in the UK markets with the establishment of new distribution networks. Other overseas markets include Singapore, Malaysia, France, Hong Kong, China, South Africa, New Zealand and Canada.
Presented by Julie Cameron, Public Relations Manager Burswood International Resort Casino
A multi-award winner in the hospitality & tourism industry - Burswood International Resort Casino is Western Australia's largest hospitality provider and is proud to support tourism development and excellence amongst businesses located in the City of Belmont local region.
The winner of this Best Tourism Award category will also receive a Perpetual Trophy sponsored by the Burswood International Resort Casino, this shield travels from winner to winner each year.
Winner - Regency Limousines - Director Dean Kow
Located in Redcliffe, Regency Limousines have been operating for 2½ years and employ 5 staff. Dean Kow established the business in 1999 fulfilling a long held ambition to become a premier leader in luxury ground transportation in W.A. The company targets the corporate market providing stretch limousines to overseas delegates and company directors. They also provide corporate sedans, mini buses and coaches. Regency Limousines is an Aussie Host Customer Service accredited business.
CONTACT DETAILS:- PH: (08) 9479 5047 FAX: (08) 9477 3967
PO Box 253, Burswood WA 6100 Web Site: www.regencylinousines.com.au
Graeme and Claudia Webster with Terry Cash.
JUDGE'S AWARD
Sponsored by Belmont Business Enterprise Centre
Presented by Terry Cash, Chairman of the Judging Panel
Belmont BEC is proud to be conducting it's 8th Belmont Small Business Awards Presentation Evening. Many local Belmont businesses have gone onto win state and national awards though the springboard of the Belmont Small Business Awards and the Belmont BEC is very proud of it's local businesses that are achieving great things in the national and global market place.
Winner - Graeme J Webster Racing Stables - Trainer Graeme Webster and Marketing Manager Claudia Webster
Graeme and Claudia Webster established their Racing Stables in Ascot about 18 months ago with the aim of training winning racehorses and providing horse owners with a fun, entertaining and profitable day at the races. Webster Racing Stables has up to 15 horses in work being trained by Graeme who has more than 25 years experience in the racing industry. The Webster's have developed a unique opportunity which allows racehorse enthusiasts to find out all they ever wanted to know about racing horses, enjoy the thrill of owning and racing a horse with a minimal investment.
David Pankhurst winner of the Enterprise of the Year with Peter Passeri.
ENTERPRISE OF THE YEAR
SPONSORED BY CITY OF BELMONT
Presented by Peter Passeri, Mayor, City of Belmont
The City of Belmont is a major sponsor and supporter of the Belmont BEC and is pleased to
encourage and recognise business excellence within the region. 'Belmont - City of Opportunity' is seeing developments already taking place and on the drawing board of over one billion dollars which is very exciting for those businesses located within this region. The City of Belmont is also the major sponsor of the Belmont City of Opportunity Channel Ten WA Fashion Spectacular at the Perth Royal Show providing opportunities to Western Australia's fashion designers.
Winner - Awnings WA. Proprietor David Pankhurst
Based in Belmont, Awnings WA is involved in the manufacture, supply and installation of an extensive range of quality external window coverings including fixed and retractable awnings, sunscreens, shade sails and roller shutters. David Pankhurst has taken this local TCF business on a rapid path to success in just over 2 years, his attention to detail, quality manufacture and top customer service is highly regarded by his client base.
Zena with Susy Griffiths and daughter, inducted by Bev Poor.
HALL OF FAME
Sponsored By Belmont BEC, Presented by Vice Chair, Bev Poor
The Belmont Small Business Awards Hall of Fame serves to recognize outstanding ongoing business excellence and role models within our local Belmont Business Community. Our inaugural 2000 winner was Warren and Jeannie Hook from Belvidere Quality Meats for many years of outstanding achievements in their business growth.
Winner - HotBods Creatures Pty Ltd - Suzy and Glen Griffiths
As a local TCF manufacture, Susy started her business on the kitchen table at home some five years ago making her wheat filled creatures as a way of providing comfort to her young children with sleeping problems. The business now boasts its own warehouse in Belmont with a staff and contractors in excess of 50 people and sales in excess of $2 million dollars. Winning the state's Emerging Export Award in 2000, Hotbods Creatures is continuing to introduce new product lines and explore new global opportunities.
