The time of year has rolled around again for the Hellenic Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (HACCI) to recognise the best and brightest of the Hellenic Australian business and professional community at the annual HACCI Excellence Awards Gala Ball.

Hellenes have made an indelible impact on Australian society, including the establishment of a robust, innovative, entrepreneurial business community.

Some of those who have achieved excellence in their field will be acknowledged in the following categories:

  • The Bank of Sydney Business Excellence Award
  • The Spiros Stamoulis Lifetime Achievement Award
  • The Chris Saristavros Young Achiever Award
  • The Professional Excellence Award, presented by Moore Stephens
  • The Community Service Award, presented by Pronia
  • The Sporting Excellence Award, presented by Heidelberg United Football Club
  • The Woman of Influence Award, presented by Salary Masters

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Last year’s Spiros Stamoulis Lifetime Achievement Award winners, Dimitrios and Cathy Alexopoulos, said they were proud to be recognised by HACCI.

“Receiving this prestigious award meant that our long-term commitment was duly acknowledged, as well as giving us the impetus to continue contributing with the same rigour for the greater good,” they said.

“Excellence is achieved through hard work and commitment. You must not be deterred by the obstacles, there is always another path to pursue.”

HACCI Chair Fotini Kypraios encourages the Hellenic Australian business and professional community to go along to support the event.

“This is our community’s night of nights and I’d encourage anyone who is involved in business and professional services to come along, learn about the amazing contributions of our award winners, make valuable connections with others in the community and enjoy an evening of celebration and entertainment,” Ms Kypraios said.

The HACCI Excellence Awards Gala Ball will be held on Friday 15 November at the Plaza Ballroom, 191 Collins St, Melbourne, VIC from 7.00 pm. Tickets are now available via the HACCI office on (03) 9602 2977 or email info@hacci.com.au