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CELEBRATING INNOVATION AND RESILIENCE

STANDARD BANK KZN TOP BUSINESS AWARDS 2023

he 17th edition of the and delivering positive social, 6. Family-Owned/Managed this makes to the business. Kuben Chetty, Head of
annual Standard Bank economic, and environmental Businesses This may be through in-house Commercial Banking, Client
TKZN Top Business Awards impacts for our partners across Open to businesses where the training, flexible working Coverage KZN at Standard
is the premier event in the the continent.” majority ownership/management hours, personal development, Bank said, “The Standard Bank
KwaZulu-Natal business calendar. The previous awards categories remains within a family (or multi- workplace wellbeing activity Top Business Awards are an
The awards are even more family) structure, and where more and teambuilding. outstanding means of raising
important now as they celebrate have been broadened to ensure than one generation contributes 11. KZN Top Brand the profile of your business,
that more businesses are
the innovation and resilience to the success of the business. gaining recognition for your
The top homegrown brand in
shown despite the challenging motivated to enter. The 2023 KwaZulu-Natal is awarded based achievements and growing your
categories honour businesses
conditions faced by businesses in excelling in the following areas: 7. Agricultural and Agro- only on the results of a public poll. network across a diverse range
the region over the past few years. Processing Sector of economic sectors and award
1. Standard Bank Client of the Incorporates establishments 12. Business Leader of the Year categories. Entering the Awards
The awards acknowledge year – SME Category will ensure that your amazing
businesses and individuals who Less than R100M turn over per and activities that are primarily The Standard Bank KZN success stories are recognised
engaged in farming activities,
have demonstrated exceptional annum, entrants must bank with but also includes establishments Top Business Leader’s award and celebrated.”
performance in their respective Standard Bank focusing on commercial hunting is an honorary award given
industries in KZN. This year, and game propagation and to a businessperson who has This much anticipated event
the awards have been expanded 2. Standard Bank Client of the forestry, logging and fishing. demonstrated exemplary business promises to be a wonderful
to include new categories year – Larger Enterprise achievement, industry influence night of celebration, where the
aimed at encouraging greater More than R100M turn over per The beneficiation of primary and is a true inspiration to others. achievements of all the finalists
materials and intermediate goods
participation. All businesses will annum, entrants must bank with Why Enter? and winners will be recognised.
participate in the three-month Standard Bank from agricultural, fisheries and To nominate a company or enter
forestry-based sectors is included.
lead-up to the main event, which Winning a Standard Bank visit www.kzntopbusiness.com
is scheduled for July 20, 2023, 3. Manufacturing Sector 8. Community Upliftment and KZN Top Business Award is a for the full entry requirements.
prestigious achievement that
and will be livestreamed. Broadly defined as the physical Improvement acknowledges a business’s You must be able to show that
or chemical transformation of your company contributes to
Hameed Noormahomed, Head materials or compounds into new This award is open to businesses success and contribution to the
of Business Banking, Client products. or social enterprises that have KZN economy. The nomination the KZN economy and has
a proactive business model
Coverage KZN at Standard Bank, made a significant positive and entry process provides
emphasized the importance of 4. Transport/Logistics Sector impact on the community and a platform to promote and that adheres to the principles
continually promoting growth Refers to activities concerned region they operate in. This could showcase your business across a of King IV. 
and recognising businesses that with land transport, railway include: charitable efforts, or range of media platforms. #RiseAboveTheNoise
are contributing to the KZN transport, water transport, developing your local community. Grant Adlam CEO of KZN
economy. “Standard Bank is and transport via pipelines, 9. Renewable Efficiency – Top Business commented, For more information:
committed to turning possibilities air transport, and activities Green initiatives “Annually, the quality of the Contact Gayle Adlam
into opportunities for businesses of travel agencies, post and This category includes renewable nominations and entries received T: +27 (0)83 653 0465 or
that are driving Africa’s dynamic telecommunications, courier energy, low-carbon transport, is proof of the strength of +27 (0)31 267 1977
economy. These awards celebrate activities, as well as storage and energy-efficient buildings, businesses across the province. E: gayle@mweb.co.za
the exceptional achievements warehousing activities. clean technologies, improved Entering the awards provides an W: www.kzntopbusiness.com/
of businesses in KwaZulu-Natal waste management, improved ideal opportunity to promote standardbankkzntopbusinessawards
and their contributions to the 5. Franchising Sector freshwater provision, etc. and market your business
economic prosperity of the A business that is owned by achievements. However, the most
region. This aligns with our one or more people who provide 10. Employee Wellness important part of achieving
commitment to meeting the products or services under the This award is for businesses that recognition involves sending in
needs of African businesses, branding and rules stipulated by go the extra mile to engage their your nomination or entry. If you
economies, and communities, a parent company. staff members and the difference don’t apply, you can’t win.”

Grant Adlam, Mi7 CEO Shadrach Karien, and Hameed Saskia Hill, Imtiaz Sooliman, Luci Hirsch, Kuben Chetty, Standard Nomfundo Mcoyi, Group CEO Icebolethu Group and Kuben
Noormahomed (Winner Business Innovation Award 2022) Bank and Ebrahim Patel (Special Recognition Award 2022) Chetty, Standard Bank (KZN Top Brand Award 2022)

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