About
The Northern Territory Indigenous Business Network (NTIBN) celebrates the 2024 NT Blak Business Awards. This was the third iteration of the awards and showcased the resilience and strength of the Indigenous business community.
The NTIBN Blak Business Awards celebrate the achievements and success of Aboriginal businesses and entrepreneurs across the Northern Territory.
These awards recognise excellence in various categories, from startups and sole traders to established enterprises in industries like tourism, construction, and creative arts.
The event highlights the contributions of Blak business leaders, fosters connections, and promotes economic growth within the Indigenous business sector.
About NTIBN
The Northern Territory Indigenous Business Network (NTIBN) is the peak body representing Indigenous businesses in the Territory.
2024 Awards
The awards ceremony highlighted the excellence and achievements of the Territory’s Indigenous business on Arrernte country in Mparntwe (Alice Springs) on August 24, 2024.
2024 Award Winners
Best Blak Consultancy Business: Penangke Cultural Consultants
Best Blak Bushfood & Botanicals Business: Kungkas Can Cook
Best Blak Tourism Business: Angkerle Aboriginal Corporation
Best Blak Cole Trader / Microbusiness: Tanyah Nasir Consulting Services
Best Blak Construction and Resource Business: Intract Australia
Best Blak Creative Business: Ltyentye Apurte Traditional Craft Centre
Best Blak Start-up Business: No Fixed Gallery
Young Blak Entrepreneur: Courtney Summers, SUMTIMESSAD
Best Blak Growth Business: Stedman’s Construction and Engineering
Best Blak Community Controlled Organisation: Rirratjingu Aboriginal Corporation
Best Ally Business: Ventia Australia Pty Ltd
Best Blak Male Leader: Stephen Stavrinos, Pinnacle Plumbing
Best Blak Female Leader: Rachel Ellis, Centre Pest Management
Best Blak Business of the Year: DICE
2025 NTIBN Blak Business Awards (Friday 8 August)
Nomination are open now - Nominate · NTIBN Portal
Tickets on sale here - https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/blak-business-awards-2025-tickets-1149909092049?aff=oddtdtcreator
Sponsorship opportunities - 2025-Blak-Business-Awards-Sponsorship-Prospectus-compressed.pdf