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2018
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Andrew started The Optimal Health Lab, a multidisciplinary
healthcare business, with his sister Lauren in late 2016. By May 2018
they had opened a purpose-built facility in Eltham. Andrew completed
a business degree at La Trobe University and has used these skills as
a baseline to support the business to grow into a successful clinic with
7 clinical staff and 4 admin staff, seeing around 200 clients a week –
within 14 months.
Andrew approaches his job with innovation and a genuine passion to
allow his team to flourish in their skills and deliver healthcare
according to the values of the Optimal Health Lab. With Lauren, he
works 7 days a week to enable the growth of the business and they
love supporting the town where they grew up. Nillumbik recognises
that Andrew’s passion, innovation and true care for his team make
him a perfect candidate for the Young Business Achiever Awards.
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At such a young age, Jake has a maturity beyond his years. He treats
his work with the respect and discipline that one treats their own
business. The term “Work” is a misnomer, as it’s not how he sees the
place he goes to when he leaves home each day. Jake is an
extremely passionate and energetic member of the Air Bar team at
Delaware North.
While his main responsibilities are at Air Bar, he’s always looking to
take on greater responsibilities and challenges. Jake’s passion lies in
the field of training and development. When the opportunity arose to
train and mentor a group of young people who were desperate to
enter the hospitality industry, Jake immediately wanted to take this on.
He has a selfless attitude and is motivated by watching the people he
has trained grow in confidence and ability.
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Kristy established Ink Design Solutions in 2015 with the aim to provide
young people with real training and experience in the creative industry.
Since starting her business, Kristy has provided affordable design
solutions for community groups and multiple paid opportunities for over
20 young people.
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Jack Lombardo previously worked and volunteered with The
Bridge but has since become the barista and café all-rounder at the
Bridge’s social enterprise café, Moon Rabbit…a training ground for
young people with a range of disabilities. Jack is a perfect mentor and
role model for other young people. He’s become an integral team
member of Moon Rabbit and has assisted the café manager to
implement strategies to better manage the workplace challenges.
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Adrian started with Genobile Brothers while he was still completing his Marketing dgree at RMIT. Over the four years, he has been involved in every facet of the business – loading trucks, sourcing new products, streamlining the Tasmania warehouse and helping with the company’s rebranding. Adrian is now the International Purchasing Manager and liaises with Genobile Brother’s international suppliers. He is extremely passionate about the food industry and brings a bright and youthful enthusiasm to the business.
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Mitch Brittain holds the role of Agency Manager and has been nominated by the City of Whittlesea for his full immersion in the operation of the DBC2 business – an automotive marketing specialist –while also managing multi-national and high profile national clients. Some of his standout achievements include reducing staff turnover to zero and attracting new clients. His positive outlook brings an exuberance and energy to DBC2.
2017
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Anthony started his business as an 18 year old three years ago and it has grown a lot since then. Anthony's goal for the next 12 months is to see it grow and expand even more. He loves what he does and wants to continue helping people to live a health lifestyle.
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Monica graduated from The University of Melbourne with a Masters in Marketing Communications and from Swinburne University with an Arts degree in Media and Communications.
Monica completed a one-year placement at Renault Australia, where she discovered she had an affinity for Marketing. She spent the next few years learning and growing from as many internships as she could.
Monica started at Brauz in its infancy, with no physical product, and took on the pivotal role of developing the brand and bringing it to market.
Monica has embraced the opportunity to continue growing as a Marketing Manager at Brauz, developing and implementing various strategies with the Brauz team.
Monica’s goal for the near future is to share success by helping launch Brauz into the Australian market.
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Entrepreneurship and environmental responsibility is a family affair for Chloe, her father Steve is the founder of multiple successful start-ups.
In 2016 she joined her dad as a founding member of Circular Food – Circular Food turns food waste into fertiliser. After graduating from La Trobe University with a degree in Strategic Communication, Chloe took on a full time role with Circular Food managing all marketing and comms for the company. In a 12 month period, Circular Food has established its first factory location in Hume, developed patented technology, facilitated several community partnerships and built up a loyal following of customers and associates.
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Peter graduated from Swinburne University with a degree in Industrial Design. After proactively job hunting for a few years, he found the start of his career only 5min away.
Peter has embraced the opportunity to work as a Design Drafter for Dolphin Products, designing new products for Dolphins brand Waterdale as well as several other customers.
Besides working on new product ideas; Peter has learning aspects of tool design, designed test jigs and gauges, designed pull up banners, company brochures, a new company logo & product packaging graphics.
Peter’s goal for the near future is to share success bringing new products to the consumer market with his team at Dolphin Products.
2016
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Samantha was nominated as parents feedback is unbelievably amazing each week. She coaches classes for under 5's and teenagers which are both challenging and everything in between. Samantha is reliable, punctual, highly intelligent and attentive to the kids needs all around wellbeing for child development.
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Since Tiffany came on board to Leading, her contribution has seen their property management department be started from scratch and developed whilst organically growing the rent roll from 0 to over 130+ rentals in such a short time. She is well recognised in the community for her outstanding services.
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Daniel is the Barista at CH James but he is much more than that. He is a full time, trusted and relied on staff member, who supervises and mentors Junior staff and goes above and beyond to look after our customers. He shows:
1) Focus on customer service.
Ability to anticipate customer needs (top the glass of water before a customer asks.
Focus on individuals needs (have the baby seat ready if required, create room for the pram, have the wifi code ready for a business lunch.
2) Leadership initiatives amongst his peers.
Every menu launch will organise tastings and tastings notes.
Always has a positive energy which creates more positive energy.
Junior staff looks towards Daniel for tips on making their job easier.
Always willing to contribute with innovative ideas.
Facilitates social activities for team.
3) Understanding the importance, developing and implementing systems and processes.
Developing and implementing a clear sequence of service and internal controls for stock control.
The ability to clearly communicate these systems to colleagues and follow his lead.
