Finalists announced
The Development West Coast Leading Light Business Excellence Awards evening is one of the most significant events on the West Coast calendar and has been run by Development West Coast since 2011. It was set up to ensure the region’s successful businesses - and the value of their contributions to the local economy - were appropriately acknowledged.
The awards will be held at Shantytown on October 26, when the winners in each of the eight main categories will be announced followed by the big reveal of the supreme winner.
Development West Coast chief executive Chris Mackenzie says there are a range of categories to recognise businesses large and small, those who are well established, as well as newer organisations, and across varying sectors.
“This is one of the highlights of the year, and I am always so inspired to hear the stories of the people behind these successful businesses. Their contribution to the West Coast is essential and without their collective successes our region would not be growing,” Mr Mackenzie says.
One of the finalists in the Greymouth Star-sponsored Rising Star category is the West Coast Scenic Waterways. Owner Cindy Hopper says being in the mix is a fantastic opportunity.
“Being selected as a finalist for the Leading Light Awards is truly both a humbling and exhilarating experience. Should we be honoured enough to win our section, it will belong to so many dedicated volunteers and organisations that have helped and mentored us all the way,” she says.
In the Duncan Cotterill-sponsored Large Enterprise category, contracting firm Fulton Hogan will be battling for top honours. Network Outcomes Contract (NOC) manager Peter Anderson says the recognition is important for each and every staff member.
“Fulton Hogan and the entire West Coast NOC Team are very excited to be selected as a finalist. We view this as not just an acknowledgement of the nine West Coast companies that comprise the NOC, but most importantly recognition of the approximately 90 local team members who work tirelessly to ensure the West Coast State Highway Network is maintained in the best possible condition.”
The region’s mayors also see the benefits of the Leading Light Awards for the region. Westland District Mayor Bruce Smith says the list of finalists emphasises the region’s exceptional talent, while Garry Howard of the Buller District says the awards are important for celebrating success.
The guest speaker for the awards is internationally recognised thought-leader and keynote speaker Graham Dockrill. The awards will also feature popular TVNZ news anchor Peter Williams as MC.
The full list of finalists is as follows:
NZME Small Enterprise Award finalists
NZME Small Enterprise Finalist 2018: Farmlands AgFest West Coast
Farmlands AgFest is a finalist in the NZME Small Enterprise category at the 2018 Development West Coast Leading Light Business Excellence Awards.
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NZME Small Enterprise Finalist 2018: Em's Power Cookies
Em’s Power Cookies® is a finalist in the NZME Small Enterprise category at the 2018 Development West Coast Leading Light Business Excellence Awards.
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NZME Small Enterprise Finalist 2018: The Beauty Clinic
The Beauty Clinic is a finalist in the NZME Small Enterprise category at the 2018 Development West Coast Leading Light Business Excellence Awards.
Learn moreCrombie Lockwood Medium Enterprise Award Finalists
Crombie Lockwood Medium Enterprise Finalist 2018: Coastpak Besgrow
Coastpak has been selected as a finalist for the Crombie Lockwood Medium Enterprise Award at the 2018 Development West Coast Leading Light Business Excellence Awards.
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Crombie Lockwood Medium Enterprise Finalist 2018: SGS New Zealand Ltd
SGS is a finalist in the Crombie Lockwood Medium Enterprise at the 2018 Development West Coast Leading Light Business Excellence Awards.
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Crombie Lockwood Medium Enterprise Finalist 2018: Vertigo Technologies
Vertigo Technologies is a finalist in the Crombie Lockwood Medium Enterprise at the 2018 Development West Coast Leading Light Business Excellence Awards.
Learn moreDuncan Cotterill Large Enterprise Award Finalists
Duncan Cotterill Large Enterprise Award: Finalist 2018: Fulton Hogan Ltd
Fulton Hogan is a finalist in the Duncan Cotterill Large Enterprise Category at the 2018 Development West Coast Leading Light Business Excellence Awards.
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Duncan Cotterill Large Enterprise Award: Finalist 2018: Martin and Co Mitre 10
Martin and Co Mitre10 is a finalist in the Duncan Cotterill Large Enterprise Category at the 2018 Development West Coast Leading Light Business Excellence Awards.
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Duncan Cotterill Large Enterprise Award: Finalist 2018: MBD Contracting
MBD Contracting is a finalist in the Duncan Cotterill Large Enterprise Category at the 2018 Development West Coast Leading Light Business Excellence Awards.
Learn moreChristchurch Airport Tourism and Hospitality Award Finalists
Christchurch Airport Tourism and Hospitality Award Finalist 2018: Ross Beach Top 10 Holiday Park
Ross Beach Top10 is a finalist in the Christchurch Airport Tourism and Hospitality Award Category at the 2018 Development West Coast Leading Light Business Excellence Awards.
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Christchurch Airport Tourism and Hospitality Award Finalist 2018: Theatre Royal Hotel
The Theatre Royal Hotel is a finalist in the Christchurch Airport Tourism and Hospitality Award Category at the 2018 Development West Coast Leading Light Business Excellence Awards.
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Christchurch Airport Tourism and Hospitality Award Finalist 2018: West Coast Wildlife Centre
The West Coast Wildlife Centre is a finalist in the Christchurch Airport Tourism and Hospitality Award Category at the 2018 Development West Coast Leading Light Business Excellence Awards.
Learn moreDepartment of Conservation Environment Award Finalists
Department of Conservation Environment Award Finalist 2018: Hokitika New World
Hokitika New World is a finalist in the Department of Conservation Environment Award Category at the 2018 Development West Coast Leading Light Business Excellence Awards.
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Department of Conservation Environment Award Finalist 2018: Paparoa Wildlife Trust
Paparoa Wildlife Trust is a finalist in the Department of Conservation Environment Award Category at the 2018 Development West Coast Leading Light Business Excellence Awards.
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Department of Conservation Environment Award Finalist 2018: WestReef
WestReef is a finalist in the Department of Conservation Environment Award Category at the 2018 Development West Coast Leading Light Business Excellence Awards.
Learn moreWestland Milk Products Not for Profit Award Finalists
Westland Milk Products Not for Profit Award Finalist 2018: Tourism West Coast
Tourism West Coast is a finalist in the Westland Milk Products Not for Profit Award Category at the 2018 Development West Coast Leading Light Business Excellence Awards.
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Westland Milk Products Not for Profit Award Finalist 2018: West Coast Trades Academy
The West Coast Trades Academy is a finalist in the Westland Milk Products Not for Profit Award Category at the 2018 Development West Coast Leading Light Business Excellence Awards.
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Westland Milk Products Not for Profit Award Finalist 2018: WestREAP
WestREAP is a finalist in the Westland Milk Products Not for Profit Award Category at the 2018 Development West Coast Leading Light Business Excellence Awards.
Learn moreACC Workplace Safety Award Finalists
Duncan Cotterill Large Enterprise Award: Finalist 2018: Martin and Co Mitre 10
Martin and Co Mitre10 is a finalist in the Duncan Cotterill Large Enterprise Category at the 2018 Development West Coast Leading Light Business Excellence Awards.
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Duncan Cotterill Large Enterprise Award: Finalist 2018: MBD Contracting
MBD Contracting is a finalist in the Duncan Cotterill Large Enterprise Category at the 2018 Development West Coast Leading Light Business Excellence Awards.
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Department of Conservation Environment Award Finalist 2018: WestReef
WestReef is a finalist in the Department of Conservation Environment Award Category at the 2018 Development West Coast Leading Light Business Excellence Awards.
Learn moreGreymouth Star Rising Star Award Finalists
Greymouth Star Rising Star Award Finalist 2018: Mike Greer Homes
Mike Greer Homes is a finalist in the Greymouth Star Rising Star Award Category at the 2018 Development West Coast Leading Light Business Excellence Awards.
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Greymouth Star Rising Star Award Finalist 2018: Dragonfly Catering
Dragonfly Catering is a finalist in the Greymouth Star Rising Star Award Category at the 2018 Development West Coast Leading Light Business Excellence Awards.
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Greymouth Star Rising Star Award Finalist 2018: West Coast Scenic Waterways Retreat
West Coast Scenic Waterways Retreat is a finalist in the Greymouth Star Rising Star Award Category at the 2018 Development West Coast Leading Light Business Excellence Awards.
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