AWARDS

Small Business Friendly Program

Welcome to the 2025 Small Business Friendly Program Awards

The Small Business Friendly Program Awards celebrate the outstanding contributions of our members in fostering thriving small business communities across Queensland. These awards recognise excellence in leadership, collaboration, and innovation in supporting small businesses.

Key Dates

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    Monday 17 March 2025

    Nominations open
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    Wednesday 16 April 2025 (4:30 PM)

    Nominations close
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    Early May 2025

    Finalists announced
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    Thursday 29 May 2025

    Awards presented at the Small Business Friendly Conference

Award Categories

Member of the Year

Awarded to the member that has demonstrated overall excellence across the SBF Program and delivered significant enhancements to the operating environment for small and family businesses in their area.

Regional Member of the Year

Awarded to the member of a Local Government Area with a population under 50,000, that has demonstrated excellence across the SBF Program and delivered significant enhancements to the operating environment for small and family businesses in their area.

Initiative of the Year

Celebrating an outstanding initiative, policy, or program that has positively impacted small and family businesses. Open to all members who have met their SBF Program member requirements regardless of size.

How to Nominate

Submitting a nomination is quick and easy.

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    Complete the online nomination form for the award category you are applying for.
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    Email [email protected] any supporting documents.
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    Submit your nomination before 4:30 PM on Wednesday 16 April 2025.

Judging Process

  • A panel of three judges from the public sector will review all nominations.
  • Three finalists per category will be selected based on the judging criteria.
  • The Small Business Commissioner will make the final decision on winners.
  • Winners will be announced at the SBF Conference on 29 May 2025 and featured in QSBC publications.

For more information about the awards or nomination process

View our previous Award winners!