2023 alumni stories

Get to know our 2023 Winners and Finalists

Across seven categories, we're proud to introduce you to our alumni — the inspiring Winners and Finalists of the Telstra Best of Business Awards.

Explore our alumni stories

Indigenous Excellence

Winyama Digital Solutions

2023 Telstra Best of Business Awards | WA | Business of the Year | National Winner

An Indigenous-owned geospatial and cloud consultancy that's revolutionising the digital economy by mapping Australia's traditional landscape and empowering Indigenous communities.

Promoting Sustainability

FONZ

2023 Telstra Best of Business Awards | NSW | National Winner

Australia's leading designer and manufacturer of customisable two-wheel electric motorbikes and road-scooters, FONZ promotes sustainability and reducing carbon footprint.

ACCELERATING WOMEN & CHAMPIONING HEALTH

FBW Gynaecology Plus

2023 Telstra Best of Business Awards | SA | National Winner

Dr. Fariba Behnia-Willison and FBW Gynaecology Plus are reshaping women's health, empowering women and championing important conversations.

INDIGENOUS EXCELLENCE

Print Junction

2023 Telstra Best of Business Awards | SA | State Winner

Learn how Sheila and Leon Torzyn established Print Junction, a family-owned Indigenous business that provides a range of digital, offset and wide format print solutions.

Building Communities & Embracing Innovation

Holdaccess (WUNA)

2023 Telstra Best of Business Awards | NT | State Winner

Founded by Jason Davis, Holdaccess (WUNA) merges modern technology with an ancient First Nations technology to deliver diverse identification documentation through Diji Wallet, providing access to crucial services.

Embracing Innovation & Outstanding Growth

Ellis Richmond

2023 Telstra Best of Business Awards | TAS | State Winner

Discover how Ellis Richmond's innovative software, Sumday, is empowering clients to measure and reduce carbon emissions, revolutionising accounting services for sustainability.

Building Communities & Championing Health

Happiness Co

2023 Telstra Best of Business Awards | WA | State Winner

Julian Pace's personal tragedy led to the creation of Happiness Co, a social movement focused on improving mental health and making the world a better place. 

Embracing Innovation

Vantari VR

2023 Telstra Best of Business Awards | NSW | State Winner

Vantari VR founders Dr. Vijay Paul and Dr. Nishanth Krishnananthan developed virtual reality training tools to eliminate medical errors and improve patient outcomes.

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