The BOSCARS is an awards evening providing an opportunity for the Forbes Business Community to be recognised in front of their peers. With a guest speaker, two course meal and music on offer, the night also provides an excellent opportunity for networking and promoting member benefits of the Business Chamber.
FORBES BUSINESS CHAMBER – BOSCARS AWARDS
Award Categories 2018
Excellence in Social Enterprise ... WINNER: Elevate Dance Studio
This Award recognises businesses that have been established to further a social purpose in a financially sustainable way. They are revenue generating businesses and can be “not for profit” and “for profit”
Excellence in Innovation ... WINNER: Life Pharmacy
This Award recognises businesses that have made significant contributions to their industry through the introduction or improvement of an idea, method, technology, process or application.
Excellence in Small Business (under 20 employees) ... WINNER: Flannery's Pharmacy
This Award recognises a small business that has attained significant growth and is able to demonstrate specific strategies and processes implemented to achieve sustainable growth in the previous 24 months.
Excellence in Business (for businesses employing 20 or more employees) ... WINNER: Powertools Plus
This Award recognises a business that has attained significant growth and is able to demonstrate specific strategies and processes implemented to achieve sustainable growth in the previous 24 months.
Employer of Choice ... WINNER: Flannery's Pharmacy
This Award recognises organisations that put in place strategies and initiatives to create stimulating and supportive workplace environments for their employees. These strategies or initiatives must have a positive impact on the organisation as a whole.
Apprentice or Trainee of the Year ... WINNER: Jessica Byrnes of HE Silos
This Award celebrates excellence in vocational education and training and acknowledges the opportunities created by employers. The award is open to all individuals who have completed an apprenticeship or traineeship in the previous 24 months.
Employee of the Year ... WINNER: Michelle Grace of Flannery's Pharmacy
This Award allows businesses to nominate an outstanding staff member for recognition amongst a wider audience. The award is presented to an individual in recognition and appreciation for exceptional job performance and distinguished contributions to their employment.
Young Entrepreneur (Age 18-35) ... WINNER: Kristen Woods of Kristen's Dance Studio
This Award recognises an inspirational young person aged between 18-35 years who, through their own commitment and passion, has built and operates a successful business.
Start Up Superstar ... WINNER: Made of Fridays
This Award recognises a business that has been operating for less than 2 years that delivers a product/service/idea/invention with credible potential. This Award recognises early-stage start-ups that have a solid chance of market success, and strongly displays the entrepreneurial spirit.
Business Leader of the Year ... WINNER: Debbie Prior of Flannery's Pharmacy
This Award recognises the positive contribution made to business by business people and professionals. The award recognises those who demonstrate outstanding entrepreneurial spirit, strategic business direction and innovative ideas, whilst providing inspiration to a new generation for upcoming business leaders.
People’s Choice: Tradie of the Year ...WINNER: Anita Wesley of Forbes Vet Clinic
Awarded to Forbes’ most popular Tradie, as voted by the people of Forbes.
People’s Choice: Most Popular Business ... WINNER: Sweet Three Vintage
Awarded to Forbes’ most popular business, as voted by the people of Forbes
Business of the Year ...WINNER: Flannery's Pharmacy
The Boscars Business of the Year is awarded to the most outstanding business which has demonstrated excellence across all areas of operation. The winner is selected from the winners of all categories.
