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Fiji Business Excellence Awards Shine Bright at 25th Anniversary!

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The Fiji National University’s Fiji Business Excellence Awards celebrated its 25th anniversary on Saturday at the Sheraton Fiji Golf & Beach Resort, honoring the nation’s foremost businesses. The event not only recognized outstanding enterprises but also emphasized the enduring commitment and resilience of Fiji’s entrepreneurs.

Vice-Chancellor Professor Unaisi Nabobo-Baba highlighted the significance of the Silver Jubilee, stating that the journey toward excellence is continuous rather than a fixed goal. She emphasized that such commitment fosters improvement that benefits both the economy and society at large.

Mark Halabe, managing director of Mark One Apparel and recipient of the prestigious Business Excellence President Award, urged fellow business leaders to embrace the challenge of progress and to continuously strive for excellence. His message echoed a call to action for the entire nation.

The event also marked a poignant moment, as it was the last public engagement for outgoing president Ratu Wiliame Katonivere.

The winners of the 2024 Fiji Business Excellence Awards included:

– **2024 Business Excellence President’s Award**: Future Farms Limited (trading as A Rooster Poultry), iTaukei Land Trust Board, Mark One Apparel Pte Ltd, Datec Fiji Pte Ltd.
– **2024 Business Excellence Award**: Raffe Group of Hotels and Resorts, Hygiene and Sanitization Services (Fiji) Pte Ltd, Flick Hygiene Pte Ltd, DHL Express (Fiji) Pte Ltd.
– **2024 Business Excellence Achievement Award**: Zens Medical Centres Pte Ltd, Health Care (Fiji) Pte Ltd (operating as Aspen Medical Ba Hospital), National Fire Authority.
– **2024 Business Excellence Commitment Award**: Capital Go Max Freights Pte Limited (CGM Freights), Kastle (Fiji) Pte Ltd, Ba Motor Parts Pte Ltd, Oceania Hospitals Pte Ltd.
– **APO National Award**: Stanley Raniga, CEO of Future Farms Ltd (trading as Rooster Poultry).
– **FBEA Green Sustainability Award**: Mark Halabe, managing director of Mark One Apparel.

Additionally, the event recognized evaluators with over ten years of service, including Collin Sowani Yabaki, Ropate Daucakacaka Pareti, and Samuela Kata Naisua, along with those who served for five years.

This celebration not only honors the achievements of businesses but also encourages a spirit of collaboration and improvement among all entrepreneurs in Fiji. The recognition of evaluation service underscores the importance of consistent support in fostering business excellence.

The Fiji Business Excellence Awards serve as a beacon of hope, inspiring businesses to pursue innovation and sustainability for a prosperous future. As Fiji continues on this journey, the resilience and dedication of its business community are sure to drive the nation towards new heights of success.


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