In a positive move for the industry, Australian Cabinet and Furniture Association (ACFA) has rescheduled, not cancelled, the 2021 National Awards Night – moving from September 2021, to February 2022. The decision to reschedule the event was made in light of the unpredictability surrounding the June COVID-19 Outbreak in Sydney.
ACFA’s CEO, Dean Brakell explained ‘one of the aims of the National Industry Awards is to bring people together, face-to-face, to celebrate the industry and outstanding achievements. The wellness of everyone attending the Awards is our number one priority and after careful consideration, the 2021 September date provided too many uncertainties’.
Snag Bragging Rights – 20+ Categories Up For Grabs
The new date, February 2022, provides the industry with time …. more time to nominate for an award. Nominations will be accepted through to COB Friday, 1 October 2021 for projects completed between 1 July 2019 and 30 June 2021.
Is the prospect of gaining bragging rights across one or more of the 20+ award categories tempting? ACFA accepts multiple entries in each category. No need to play favourites across your projects, turn the heat up on your competitors, and enter them all!
The three key awards – Design of the Year, Cabinet Maker of the Year and Outstanding Achievement of the Year – are announced at the Gala Award Night in February 2022 – chosen from all submitted nominations.
What’s in it for Me?
The National Awards is an opportunity to benchmark your work against your industry peers. Achieving a ”Finalist” or ”Winner” status as part of the Awards can be invaluable for your business. It cements your company as one of the best in the nation.
Additionally, it provides you with limitless promotion opportunities generating awareness of your company. Shout your achievement from the roof top, or at least to the local media, who may print an article about you. Receiving a write up from a third party source is valuable exposure for your brand, it could be all it takes to build consumer confidence in your company over a competitor. Also let your local radio station know, they may offer you an on-air interview opportunity, if you spin it the right way … more exposure!
Build anticipation with your social media followers – reveal you are a ”Finalist” and built up excitement leading into the ”Winner” announcements in February. Ensure you also update your website with your accomplishment. Everyone loves a winner, or potential winner!
Don’t just take our word for it. COS Interiors, Director, Adam Cordy, 2019 Cabinet Maker of the Year confirms “The awards help us showcase our workmanship and give us affirmation we’re on the right track, and that we take pride in our quality cabinetry and service to our clients.”
The Judging Process
The independent expert judging panel consists of industry representatives who have a strong knowledge of the industry, operations, manufacturing and trends. Bias towards any person or company is controlled through the ‘blind’ judging process – any reference to a company or person is removed from the material the judges’ review. This ensures every entry is evaluated on equal grounds.
TIP: Judges assess each entry on three main criteria – design, functionality and innovation.
Finalists Status
Finalists will be announced in late October and provided with a logo to confirm their prominence in the National Awards, allowing ample time and opportunity to boast your status.
The National Awards is open to every company in the industry sector, with ACFA Members receiving special pricing on their entry fee.
Gala Night Dinner Tickets Now Available
Drinks, laughter, revelling, dancing, and networking – all come together at the Gala Awards night. It’s the industry’s night of nights. Join the celebration by booking your tickets today at www.acfa.net.au. NB: Limited tickets available.
Queries regarding the Awards can be directed to awards@acfa.net.au or call 1300 342 248.
Rescheduled Key Dates:
Entries Close: 1 October 2021
Judging: October 2021
Finalist Announced: Late October 2021
Awards Night: Friday, 11 February 2022
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