FAQ
FAQs
How many categories can I enter?
You can enter 1 category plus Leader of the Year.
When are finalists and winners announced?
At the awards dinner on Friday 12th November 2010.
Who gets a judges visit?
All entrants who make the cut for semi-finalists will get one or more visits by a judging team of 2 or 3 judges.
All entrants who make the cut for semi-finalists will get one or more visits by a judging team of 2 or 3 judges.
Who are the judges?
Judges are selected from the Waikato business community ensuring that a wide cross-section of experience is represented in the judging panel.
Will my information be kept confidential?
Information is kept confidential within the judging panel.
Semi-finalists may be asked for their audited Financial Accounts, and these are seen only by the Chief Judge as a final check on organisational performance.
All judges sign a confidentiality agreement along with a commitment to identify any entrants with whom they may have a potential conflict of interest.
How are decisions made on finalists and winners?
Robust debate among the full panel (approx 12 judges) overseen by the Chief Judge, leads to consensus decisions. In past years the need for a vote has not arisen.
