Awards Offer Benefits for Businesses
 
With many benefits for entrants, the chance to win a prestigious title is just the tip of the iceberg according to the organisers of this year’s local business awards.
 
At an official awards launch in Henderson, Auckland Tourism, Events and Economic Development (ATEED) urged local companies to enter the 2012 Westpac Auckland West Business Awards and celebrate their contribution to Auckland’s economy.
 
More than 200 local business people attended the west launch event, which is marking its 18th  season, at The Trusts Stadium. It is one of five launch events ATEED is running for its separate local awards in Auckland west, south and north.
 
ATEED Manager Business Growth – West, Zane Taylor, says that entering the awards opens the door to a host of opportunities.
 
“Not only are entrants in line for increased business prestige and promotion, they also get the chance to closely examine the inner workings of their operation,” says Mr Taylor. “Completing the entry form offers the unique chance to focus on seven key businesses indicators, commonly seen in exceptional companies, to see how they measure up.”
 
As primary sponsor of the business awards, Westpac is right behind the 2012 programme.
 
“This is an outstanding opportunity for Auckland west businesses of all sizes and industries to recognise their own hard work and achievements,” says Ian Blair, General Manager of Business Banking for Westpac. “As a proud supporter of business around the country, both national and local, Westpac is thrilled to once again be associated with these prestigious awards and we look forward to acknowledging the winners”
 
ATEED General Manager Business and Sector Development, Clyde Rogers says: “ATEED is delighted to deliver local awards in Auckland west, north and south as a dedicated tool for economic growth.  By celebrating success, inspiring excellence, and helping to build individual businesses capability, we are supporting more sustainable businesses across the region. This can only have positive economic and social benefits for Auckland.”
 
Auckland west businesses of all sizes can enter up to three of seven categories, with all winners eligible for the Westpac Supreme Business Excellence Award.

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