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Entry Requirements
Recognises a business that has successfully grown through international trade by demonstrating a clear market strategy, strong execution, and measurable commercial results. Open to businesses engaged in exporting or importing products, services, or technology.
More about this category
The 2degrees Auckland Business Awards celebrates and recognises the success of businesses across the Auckland region. Among its categories is the Excellence in International Business award, which acknowledges businesses that have achieved strong growth and success through international trade.
This category is open to businesses engaged in exporting or importing products, services, or technology, and focuses on those that can demonstrate a clear international strategy, strong execution, and measurable commercial results. It highlights organisations that understand their global markets, deliver value to international customers, and stand out from competitors through innovation, relationships, or unique offerings.
By recognising excellence in international business, this category showcases the ambition and capability of Auckland businesses on the global stage. It celebrates those who can navigate challenges such as supply chain pressures, regulation, and changing global conditions, while continuing to grow and evolve. Ultimately, it aims to inspire others to think beyond borders, pursue international opportunities, and contribute to New Zealand’s global business presence.
Category Questions
One.
Describe your international trade strategy over the past 2 years.
What export or import markets have you prioritised and why? What customer or market need are you solving? What differentiates your approach from your competitors in those markets?
Two.
Demonstrate the results of your international business activities.
Growth in key export or import markets (e.g. international business revenue growth, and as % of total revenue). Profitability or commercial outcomes . Any other measurable impact (jobs, scale, IP, partnerships, R&D).
Three.
What underpins your trade success internationally, and what’s next?
Core competitive advantages (e.g. IP, brand, cost base, relationships). Barriers to entry for competitors. Your next phase of international growth (markets, model, ambition).
Four.
What challenges have you faced internationally?
Key risks and barriers encountered (e.g. supply chain, regulation, geopolitics). How you mitigated or adapted. What future trade challenges do you anticipate (new, continued) and how will you respond?
Five.
Outline and explain other significant business achievements from the last 12-18 months (– eg sales trends, sales figures, gross or net profit). What do you attribute these to? Please provide at least one supporting documentation for this question.
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