The Melbourne Business Awards (MBA) was formed in 1992 to provide a forum to recognise the achievements of small to medium sized enterprises in the manufacturing and industrial sector within Melbourne’s South East region and remained true to that purpose for 27 years whilst adapting to the changed economic conditions and make-up of Melbourne’s South East industries today.

Purpose

The Melbourne Business Awards provided a forum which recognised and showcased the achievements of small to medium sized enterprises in the manufacturing and industrial sector and connected, informed, and inspired the wider business community  

Vision

The Melbourne Business Awards was a professional and trusted organisation, supported by significant businesses and other organisations, which recognised achievement, provided connections which improved business opportunities, information relevant to today’s businesses, and inspired excellence in the wider business community

Brand

The Melbourne Business Awards – Inspiring Business Excellence

Mission

To:

  • Recognise and showcase businesses that demonstrate excellence in their field
  • Promote a pathway for wider business recognition
  • Inspire businesses to become more innovative and successful by exposure to leading edge ideas, and local success stories
  • Facilitate valuable networking amongst a variety of organisations and businesses in the local community
  • Provide a forum for businesses to engage and connect with all levels of government
  • Form strong partnerships with other businesses and organisations that support our vision
  • Identify young people who will help us remain connected with emerging technologies and social structures
  • Maintain a high level of governance and professionalism to engender trust amongst our business community
  • Seek partnerships to deliver other non-core projects that will provide long-term benefit to small to medium sized enterprises in the manufacturing and industrial sector