AIM Business Awards
About the Program
The AIM Business Awards is an annual competition that celebrates multicultural businesses and entrepreneurs in Australia. Hosted by the Australian International Multicultural Association and in partnership with Oz Arab Media, the awards offer a platform for businesses, non-profits, and entrepreneurs with an ethnic or multicultural background to showcase their achievements and be recognized for their contributions to Australian business.
Award Categories
Business
This category recognizes small to medium-sized businesses that are either owned or managed by individuals of ethnic background. The focus is on businesses that have demonstrated excellence in their industry and contributed positively to the Australian business landscape.
Non Profit
This category honors non-profit organizations that have made significant contributions to their communities. The focus is on NGOs that have demonstrated excellence in their field and worked to promote multiculturalism and diversity in Australia.
Entrepreneur
This category celebrates individuals who have shown outstanding entrepreneurial skills and achieved success in their industry. The focus is on entrepreneurs who have overcome challenges and demonstrated innovation, creativity, and leadership in their business endeavors.
Competition Stages
Nomination
When nominations open, you can head over to Oz Arab Media's website and nominate your favourite business, NGO, or entrepreneur. Nominations are now open and will close on March 15. Click on this image to nominate.
Public Voting
Once public voting opens, you will be able to go vote for your favourite entity. Voting starts in mid-March and closes mid- April. Public voting is now open; click on the above image to vote.
Jury Voting
Every year, AIM Association selects a panel of judges to go through the top nominees in each category before making a final vote. The final vote takes place during the Oz Arab Media gala dinner, which will usually be in May.
Prizes
Winners may get different prizes each year depending on the available sponsors and other factors. This year, each winner will get the following:
- Article about the Entity will be produced and published on Oz Arab Media
- 3 months free banner and e-magazine ads on Oz Arab Media
- 50% discount on other ads purchased in the year
- All finalists will be mentioned in the Gala Dinner booklet distributed during the night.