2025 Snowy Valleys Business Awards

Snowy Valleys’ premier business awards are back, celebrating excellence, innovation, and outstanding contributions across our local business community!

Whether you're a startup, an established business, or an outstanding individual, now is the time to reflect on your achievements, showcase your business, and be recognised for your success. 

Entry provides valuable exposure, networking opportunities, and the chance to advance to the Business NSW Regional and State Awards. 

FIRST STEP…. GET NOMINATED - anyone can nominate any business, organisation or outstanding individual from our business community.

NOMINATIONS OPEN NOW 

This year’s categories:

  • Outstanding Employee

  • Outstanding Young Business Leader

  • Oustanding Business Leader - 20 Employees and Under

  • Outstanding Business Leader - 21 Employees and Over

  • Employer of Choice - 20 Employees and Under

  • Employer of Choice - 21 Employees and Over

  • Excellence in Innovation

  • Excellence in Sustainability

  • Outstanding Community Organisation

  • Outstanding New Business

  • Excellence in Diversity and Inclusion

  • Excellence in Micro Business (< 5 employees)

  • Excellence in Small Buiness (5-20 employees)

  • Excellence in Large Business

  • Outstanding Visitor Experience

PLUS all eligible business entries will contest for 2025 SNOWY VALLEYS BUSINESS OF THE YEAR!

PROCESS:

  1. Be Nominated

  2. Once notified of your nomination you can create an application using the Business NSW online portal, we will guide you through this and Service NSW Business Connect advisers are also available to assist free of charge.

  3. You need to be a current Member of Business Snowy Valleys to complete the application (join now and save - your new membership will take you through to the end of the 2025-26 financial year).

TIMELINE:

Nominations open 2 April 2025 & Close 30 April 2025

All nominees will be notified of their nomination by 6 May 2025

Applications open - 7 May 2025

Applications close 26 May 2025

1 June to 30 June 2025 - Judging takes place

25 July 2025 Winners Announced

Why Business Awards are important to your business or your career goals?

For Businesses and Organisations -

Credibility & Recognition

🏆 Industry Prestige – Winning or even being a finalist establishes your business as a leader in its field.
📢 Marketing Boost – Award recognition can enhance your brand’s reputation and visibility.

Business Growth & Opportunities

💰 Attract More Customers – Potential clients and customers trust award-winning businesses.
🤝 Networking – Awards events connect you with industry leaders, potential partners, and new customers.
📈 Increased Sales – Recognition can differentiate you from competitors, leading to more business opportunities.

Employee Engagement & Morale

🎉 Celebrate Success – Acknowledges your team’s hard work and boosts morale.
🧲 Attract Top Talent – Recognized businesses are more attractive to potential employees.

Funding & Investment

💡 Investor & Grant Appeal – Award-winning businesses are more attractive to investors and grant providers.

Regional & Industry Advancement

🌱 Pathway to Bigger Awards – Local winners often progress to regional and state-level awards, increasing their profile.
🏛️ Influence & Advocacy – Recognition strengthens your voice in business and industry discussions.

Applying is an investment in your business’s future! 🚀

For individuals -

Recognition & Validation

🏆 Acknowledges Hard Work – Employees feel valued when their contributions are recognised.
🌟 Boosts Confidence – Being nominated reassures employees that their efforts make a real impact.

Career Development

📈 Professional Growth – Recognition can open doors to new opportunities within and beyond the organisation.
📝 Great for Resumes – Award nominations add credibility and prestige to an employee’s career history.

Employee Engagement & Retention

❤️ Creates a Positive Workplace Culture – Recognition fosters loyalty and motivation.
🤝 Encourages Team Spirit – Celebrating achievements together strengthens workplace relationships.

Industry & Community Recognition

🌍 Boosts Personal Brand – A nomination highlights expertise and dedication.
🎤 Opportunities to Inspire Others – Winners and finalists can become role models in their field.

A nomination isn’t just about the award—it’s about valuing people, celebrating excellence, and inspiring future success! 🚀