Business of the Year awarded to OBT Financial Group
OBT Financial Group has been awarded the 2015 Business of the Year at the Lockyer Valley Business, Training and Apprenticeship Awards.
Capping off a remarkable night for the team, the business was also named the Professional, Health and Fitness Services Award-winner before a capacity crowd at the Gatton Shire Hall on Saturday night.
Council's Mayor Steve Jones congratulated OBT Financial Group on its commitment to innovation in the financial sector.
OBT Financial Group continues to lead the way in the financial services sector, Cr Jones said.
Their commitment to their clients, client relationships and excellent service is commendable, to say the least.
They want only the best for their clients and ensure they make informed, strategic decisions about their business and personal wealth.
Star of Channel Seven's flagship breakfast program, Sunrise, MC James Tobin kicked-off the night's entertainment and kept guests on their toes with his charming personality.
James kept the audience enthralled throughout the evening and must be congratulated for the manner in which he conducted the event.
As official proceedings and the gala dinner progressed, comedian Kat Davidson from The Sit Down Comedy Club regaled guests, while popular band Lodi had everyone up on the dance floor well into the night.
Another notable winner on the night was Gehrke Grains and Transport Pty Ltd, awarded with the Mayor's Award.
Gehrke Grains and Transport are a long-standing business that provides employment opportunities to many residents, Cr Jones said.
Additionally, Julian's involvement in the Vegetable Cannery facility will be a huge benefit to local farmers in the future.
Congratulations to this family-owned business, who are undoubtedly worth winners.
A full list of the winners is as follows:
Business of the Year - OBT Financial Group
Agriculture and Horticulture Production and Processing - UB's Farm
Food and Dining - Porters Plainland Hotel
Home-Based Business - Jeanette Shipston HealthNette
Retail - Gatton Auto Pty Ltd
Tourism - Emu Gully Adventure Education Group Inc
Trade Services - Front Row Pest Control
Environmental and Sustainable - University of Queensland - Gatton Campus
Trainee of the Year - Darren Wilcock (Serco Australia Pty Ltd)
Apprentice of the Year - Kenneth Brand (Gatton Auto Electrical)
Employee of the Year - Kathy Faber (Heritage Bank)
Mayor's Award - Gehrke Grains and Transport Pty Ltd
Mayor's Young Achiever Award - Jesse Steffens
Judge's High Achievement Award - Food and Dining - Colonial Catering
Judge's High Achievement Award - Professional, Health and Fitness Services - Shop My Town
People's Choice - Lockyer Valley Sports & Aquatic Centre.
