Finalists in 2010 NZ International Business Awards

Finalists in 2010 New Zealand International Business Awards named
Wednesday 8 September

Twenty-five companies and five business leaders are finalists in the 2010 New Zealand International Business Awards.

Developed by New Zealand Trade and Enterprise (NZTE) in partnership with the private sector, the awards recognise new approaches that businesses are taking to achieve international success.

Winners of each of the nine categories, as well as the 2010 Supreme Winner, will be announced at an awards ceremony on 13 October in Auckland.

NZTE Chief Executive Peter Chrisp said the finalists were some of New Zealand’s most innovative, nimble and determined exporters.

“The past two years have been challenging. But the mix of finalists shows that flexible approaches and an ability to seek out niche opportunities can bring rewards, even in tough times.”

The awards are supported by Strategic Partner ANZ. TechNZ, the business investment arm of the Foundation for Research, Science and Technology, is supporting four special category awards that recognise particular areas of focus for international business.

Mr Chrisp said NZTE had designed a programme of activity underpinning the awards that provided entrants with a valuable opportunity to think hard about their business strategies and receive feedback from assessors and judges.

““New Zealand’s standard of living depends on the success of our businesses, particularly those operating in international markets and earning foreign exchange. I commend all those that took the time to enter this year’s awards and congratulate the finalists

“Their achievements are inspirational and their stories show how trying new approaches to global business can bring both personal and economic rewards,” Mr Chrisp said.
Graham Turley, Managing Director, Commercial ANZ, said the finalists pushed the boundaries of doing business locally and internationally.
“The finalists have all demonstrated innovative thinking, decisive leadership and a willingness to take advantage of opportunities for growing their businesses, qualities that are important for growing New Zealand's economy,” Mr Turley said.

More information about the finalists can be found at www.nzte.govt.nz/awards
2010 New Zealand International Business Awards Finalists:

GENERAL CATEGORIES

1. Best business operating internationally – under $10m
This award recognises success by net return to the New Zealand economy for businesses with total annual revenue under $10 million.
Canary Enterprises
Yacht Lifeline
Mobile Mentor
Essential Resources
Manuka Health
M-Com
Mount Riley Wines

2. Best business operating internationally - $10m to $50m
This award recognises success by net return to the New Zealand economy for businesses with total annual revenue between $10 million and $50 million.
The Sweet Shop
Altitude Aerospace Interiors
Gallagher Security Management Systems
Simcro

3. Best business operating internationally – over $50m
This award recognises success by net return to the New Zealand economy for businesses with total annual revenue of over $50 million.
Comvita
Pumpkin Patch
The New Zealand Merino Company
Cognition Education
Douglas Pharmaceuticals

SPECIAL CATEGORIES (SUPPORTED BY TECH NZ)

Best use of research and development in international business
This award recognises the role of research and development in making innovative products and services successful in international markets.
Metalform (Dannevirke)
Scott Technology
Simcro

Best commercialisation of intellectual property in international business
This award recognises success in developing and commercialising intellectual property (IP) in international markets; incorporating IP strategy, processes, and monitoring.
Grasslanz Technology
Telemetry Research
EverEdge IP
Zee Tags
Bomac Laboratories

Best use of design in international business
This award recognises the best use of design to succeed in a global market niche, by using design to anticipate customer needs and by designing innovative products, services and brands.
Canary Enterprises
Metalform (Dannevirke)
Mobile Mentor
Nimbus Lighting
Pumpkin Patch

Most innovative approach to international business
This award recognises innovative approaches designed to maximise international revenue, control costs and risk, access markets and funding, leverage networks and expertise. Innovative structures could include joint ventures, strategic alliances, capital structures/investment, licensees, franchises, and acquisitions.
Essential Resources
M-Com
GMP Pharmaceuticals
Pumpkin Patch
The New Zealand Merino Company

LEADERSHIP CATEGORIES

Emerging international business leader
This award recognises the vision, commitment and success of an emerging leader in the internationalisation of New Zealand business.
Steve Wilson
Bryn Thompson
Clayton Kimpton
Outstanding international business leader
This award recognises the vision, commitment and success of an outstanding leader with a long history in internationalisation.
John Brakenridge
Rod Drury

ENDS

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