Amotai Supplier Diversity Awards
Congratulations to 2025 winners:
Junior Ioane, Supplier Diversity Advocate of the Year
McConnell Dowell, Buyer of the Year
Independent Traffic Control, Supplier of the Year
Meet the 2025 finalists
These Awards celebrate the change makers, leaders and teams championing supplier diversity across the motu. The applicants must evidence their growth and positive impact on the Māori and Pasifika economies. The 2025 Awards process has now closed and winners will be announced on 26 August 2025 at our Gala Awards.
Our 2024 winners
The inaugural Supplier Diversity Awards were held on 21 August 2024 at the Pullman Hotel in Tāmaki Makaurau, Auckland. These awards recognised the organisations and individuals paving the way for supplier diversity in Aotearoa.
Stronghold Group
The judges were deeply moved by Stronghold's incredible journey of growth, marked by a well-crafted strategy, flawless execution, and outstanding outcomes.
John Fillmore Contracting (JFC)
The judges could see that JFC’s commitment starts at the top. They have KPIs embedded across the organisation, including a target of at least 8% of total annual revenue to be spent with diverse suppliers.
Sarah Lang, Beca
The judges were impressed at Sarah’s ability to continually challenge her organisation and the industry to improve and achieve more. She is described as a constant agitator – in all the right senses of the word for this kaupapa!
We hope to see you there next year!
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