2006 Winners
Overall winner for 2006 - Congratulations: Whitbread Insurance
John Whitbread founded Whitbread Insurance Brokers in 1978 with a simple vision – to bring clients an insurance broker with the kind of skill and passion for excellence that creates enduring partnerships. The business continues to grow due to the dedication of Whitbread’s people which now includes several family members.
www.whitbread.com.au
1. Australian Institute of Management Micro-Business Award - Immediacy
Immediacy is a dynamic, flexible media production agency that adopts a creative and strategic approach to live events, film & video, graphic design, exhibition and displays. Their expertise lies in helping organisations interact with stakeholders in meaningful, memorable ways and solving communication problems with new thinking.
Owner: Linda Marshall + Tara Byrne
www.immediacy.com.au
2. National Australia Bank Small-Medium Enterprise Award - Whitbread Insurance Brokers
John Whitbread founded Whitbread Insurance Brokers in 1978 with a simple vision – to bring clients an insurance broker with the kind of skill and passion for excellence that creates enduring partnerships. The business continues to grow due to the dedication of Whitbread’s people which now includes several family members.
Owners: John Whitbread
3. Beachcomber Cafe Hospitality Award - Red Scooter
Every great event is a Red Scooter occasion! You’ll find that, at Red Scooter, they have an individual approach which ensures your event is planned to suit your needs and delivered with professional attention to detail, quality and service. A personal inspection is a must!
Owners: Eammon & Flora Hamilton
www.redscooter.com.au
4. Deloitte Export Award - Entertainment House
Entertainment House is committed to the new frontier of online sales. Entertainment House is the number 1 seller of DVD’s on eBay Australia and top 5 on eBay in the United Kingdom. Their new business departments within the organisation will help others to take advantage of their online model.
Owner: Phil Leahy
www.entertainmenthouse.net
5. Port Phillip Business Association Young Entrepreneur Award - Kegs on Legs
Kegs on Legs are “The Celebration Specialists”. They deliver all the beer and equipment you need to pour the perfect beer; wherever, whenever. Ideal for your big occasion when convenience and cleanliness are important. From beer to bubbly, they’ve got what you need to make your celebration a success!
Owners: Valjean Boynton and Campbell King
www.kegsonlegs.com.au
6. Telstra Shop (Port Melbourne) Retail Award - Alafia Gallery
Situated in one of Elwood’s most enchanting heritage buildings, Alafia Gallery offers a tranquil setting of interior design and boasts a beautiful eclectic collection of unique artisan pieces - including jewellery, artwork, textiles, sculpture, furniture, homewares and accessories.
Owner: Lorna Mauritzen
128 Ormond Rd, Elwood
7. VECCI Tourism Award - Jewish Museum of Australia
The Jewish Museum of Australia, the national centre for Jewish culture, opens a window into the Jewish world with a focus on the Australian Jewish experience. Experience the Jewish heritage, arts, customs and religious rituals in all their diversity through exciting state-of-the-art interactive exhibitions.
Development Manager: Judy Turner
www.jewishmuseum.com.au
8. Aptify Innovation Award - The Coaching Institute
The Coaching Institute is a registered training organisation committed to the delivery of the most outstanding life and executive coach training and coaching services in Australia, though their Certificate IV and Diploma of Life Coaching. The TCI Team would like to acknowledge all the finalists in this year’s event.
Owner: Sharon Pearson
www.thecoachinginstitute.com.au