ItalCham Business Excellence Awards (BEAs) 2024 will be hosted on the 16th of May 2024 at the Sandton Hotel, Johannesburg.
The Italian-South African Chamber of Trade and Industries has been organizing this event annually since 1999. As a Charity Gala Dinner gathering more than 250 people - including members and non-members of the Italian Chamber. The BEAs are a great opportunity for companies/attendees to build their network, connecting and integrating Italian and South African economies. The BEAs are also an excellent springboard for exploring and investing in the rich historical relations between Italy and South Africa.
During the event, 4 awards will be presented to:
Business Person of the Year
Enterprise of the Year
SMILE SME of the Year
Lifetime Achievement Award
The event will be hosted by MC Chris Forrest.
All the donations will be devoted to the Little Eden Society.
Agenda
6
00PM
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6
45PM
Arrival of Guests
Welcoming team in foyer. Welcome Drink and Water. Photobooth.
6
45PM
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7
00PM
Doors open
MC requests guests to be seated
7
10PM
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7
30PM
7
30PM
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7
35PM
7
40PM
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8
00PM
8
00PM
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8
10PM
First set of Awards
- Business Person of the Year
- Business Enterprise of the Year
8
10PM
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8
25PM
8
25PM
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8
40PM
Second and final set of Awards
• SMILE Small Enterprise of the Year
• SMILE Medium Enterprise of the Year
• Lifetime Achievement Award
8
40PM
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9
10PM
9
10PM
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10
40PM
Speakers
Virgilio
Da Molo
President at ItalCham
Managing Director of Impact Strategy Consulting.
Da Molo has spent over 20 years in South Africa as a management consultant. He co-founded 2 local consulting firms and has been with Impact Strategy Consulting since 2009.
Da Molo served as ItalCham Director from 2016 to 2020, and became President of the Chamber in 2021.
Previous professional experience:
Director – Resolve Strategy Consulting – South Africa
Principal – Gemini Consulting – South Africa
Assistant Project Manager – Aquater – Mozambique
Field Engineer – Schlumberger – Middle East
Engineer – Compagnie Generale des Eaux – France
Chris
Forrest
MC
Alberto
Vecchi
Italian Ambassador in Pretoria
Tickets
Single Seat
R 1,650
Buy TicketThis ticket will guarantee you a reservation for the Business Excellence Awards 2023. You may purchase more than one ticket. The organizers reserve the right to place you at one of the available tables.
Price excludes VAT.Gold Table (Sold Out)
R 15,000
Buy TicketEach of these tables can seat 10 guests who will have the best view in the house. For a more visual impression, please refer to the document "tables layout" in the apposite section of this webpage (Documents).
Price excludes VAT.Silver Table
R 13,000
Buy TicketEach of these tables can seat 10 guests in the second circle of the room. The tables are located in the middle and sides of the room. For a more visual impression, please refer to the document "tables layout" in the apposite section of this webpage (Documents).
Price excludes VAT.Bronze Table
R 12,000
Buy TicketEach of these 10 tables can seat 10 guests. These seats are located in the back of the room. For a more visual impression, please refer to the document "tables layout" in the apposite section of this webpage (Documents).
Price excludes VAT.
Why sponsor?
Entertainment
The Cirk
The Cirk is an entertainment and performance company dedicated to sharing the love of cirque arts, based in Johannesburg, South Africa.
Their skilled artists have enchanted audiences across the continent with thrilling performances. Their team boasts an extensive repertoire of specialty aerial and ground acts, thoughtfully constructed for both standalone shows and corporate events. The Cirk's goal is to inspire creative expression and art in its many forms, bringing the magic of cirque to everyone in a way that is unforgettable, unique, and of unparalleled quality.
Past Winners
2023 ItalCham Business Excellence Awards
- Business Person of the Year: Guido Giachetti
- Business Enterprise of the Year: Ariston Thermo
- SMILE Small Enterprise of the Year: Mosaic Arts
- SMILE Medium Enterprise of the Year: Diva Cuicine
- Lifetime Recognition Award: Maurizio Mariano
2022 ItalCham Business Excellence Awards
- Business Person of the Year: Stefano Marani (Renergen)
- Business Enterprise of the Year: MSC
- Lifetime Recognition Award: Alberto Fogolin
- Special Mention Award: Italian Club
2019 Nedbank Business Excellence Awards
- Business Person of the Year: Giorgio Cavalieri
- Business Enterprise of the Year: Alitalia
- Lifetime Recognition Award: Roberto Giuricich
- Chairperson's Excellence Award: Sara Andreotti
2018 Nedbank Business Excellence Awards
- Business Person of the Year: Fred Crabbia (Mining Pressure System)
- Business Enterprise of the Year: Lucchini South Africa
- Lifetime Recognition Award: Mario Angelo Marion
- Professional of the Year: Tiziana Adduc (Paediatrician)
2017 Nedbank Business Excellence Awards
- Business Person of the Year: Giuseppe Plumari (Steyn City)
- Business Enterprise of the Year: Pabar
- Young Entrepreneur of the Year: Gianluca Abela (Nutrifit)
- Lifetime Recognition Award: Luciano Enrico Gastaldi (Fruit and Veg City)
2016 FNB Business Excellence Awards
- Business Person of the Year: Antonio Di Loreto
- Business Enterprise of the Year: Ansaldo Energia-Fata
- Chairperson's Excellence Award: Gianni Ravazzotti
- Lifetime Recognition Award: Mathew Giuricich
2015 FNB Business Excellence Awards
- Business Person of the Year: Dina Soukop (Soukop Property Group)
- Business Enterprise of the Year: Enel Green Power
- Honorary Chairperson's Special Award: Paolo Borzatta
- Chairperson's Excellence Award: Giusepe Cimato
- Lifetime Recognition Award: Franco Guidozzi
2014 FNB Business Excellence Awards
- Business Person of the Year: Paolo Cavalieri (Holland)
- Business Enterprise of the Year: IVECO
- Honorary Chairperson's Special Award: Costantino Buccimazza (BPB Construction)
- Lifetime Recognition Award: Carmine Angelucci
2013 FNB Business Excellence Awards
- Business Person of the Year: Antonio Iozzo (IUM(Pty)Ltd)
- Business Enterprise of the Year: SMEG South Africa
- Young and Upcoming Entrepreneur of the Year: Tato Carrello (Carrello Autobody)
- Honorary Chairperson's Special Award: Vera Giovitto (Mosaic Art)
- Chairperson's Excellence Award: Marcello Fiasconaro
- Lifetime Recognition Award: Piero Rossi
2012 FNB Business Excellence Awards
- Business Person of the Year: Carlo Gonzaga (Taste Holdings)
- Business Enterprise of the Year: Viglietti Motors
- Young and Upcoming Entrepreneur of the Year: Matteo Amatruda (A+L Unlimited Design)
- Lifetime Recognition Award: Renato Fioravanti
- Honorary Chairperson's Special Award: H.E. Thenjlwe Mtintso
2011 FNB Business Excellence Awards
- Business Person of the Year: Franco Scribante (Scribante Construction)
- Business Enterprise of the Year: MA Automotive Rosslyn
- Young and Upcoming Entrepreneur of the Year: Simone Zanetti (Allos Consulting)
- Lifetime Recognition Award: Luigi Buccimazza
- Honorary Chairperson's Special Award: Marco Alberti (Southern Wind Shipyard)
2010 FNB Business Excellence Awards
- Business Person of the Year: Luigi Stravino (BLC Plant Company)
- Business Enterprise of the Year: Luxottica SA
- Young and Upcoming Entrepreneur of the Year: Roberto Regasto (Pagliari Group)
- Lifetime Recognition Award: Andrea Bollo (Wanda Bollo Estate)
- Honorary Chairperson's Special Award: Giulio Bertrand (Morgenster)
2008 ItalCham Business Excellence Awards
- Business Person of the Year: Luciano Previtera and Michele Mirotto (Rialto Foods)
- Business Enterprise of the Year: Putco
- Young and Upcoming Entrepreneur of the Year – Joint Award: Giovanni Contaldi (Courierit)
- Lifetime Recognition Award: Adriana De Stefanis
2007 ItalCham Business Excellence Awards
- Business Person of the Year: Antonio Cimato (Efficient Engineering)
- Business Enterprise of the Year: Country Food Ltd
- Young and Upcoming Entrepreneur of the Year – Joint Award: Marcello Palumbo (Filcon Group)
- Lifetime Recognition Award: Domenica Ferrucci Burzacchi
- Honorary Chairperson's Special Award: Maestro Edoardo Villa
2006 ItalCham Business Excellence Awards
- Business Person of the Year: Dean Fragale (Girlock)
- Business Enterprise of the Year: Duferco Steel Processing
- Young and Upcoming Entrepreneur of the Year – Joint Award: Sebastiano Iorio (Cargo Embassy) & Stefano Lavarone (Great African Seating)
- Lifetime Recognition Award: Domitilla Rota Hymas (Little Eden)
- Honorary Chairperson's Special Award: Giorgio Gorelli (Fiat Auto SA)
2005 ItalCham Business Excellence Awards
- Business Person of the Year: Desmond Sacco (Assore Ltd and Assmang Ltd)
- Business Enterprise of the Year: M&F Giurich Developments (Pty) Ltd
- Young and Upcoming Entrepreneur of the Year: Andrea Deiana (Metal Lux SA (Pty) Ltd)
- Lifetime Recognition Award: Claudia Giuricich
2004 ItalCham Business Excellence Awards
- Business Man of the Year: Mark Lamberti (Massmart Holdings (Pty) Ltd)
- Business Woman of the Year: Giovanna Secco (Kudu Farms)
2002 ItalCham Business Excellence Awards
- Graniti Tecnica (Franco D'Agnolo)
2001 ItalCham Business Excellence Awards
- Fiat Auto S.A. (Bruno De Mori)
- Aeroporti di Roma (Carmine Bassetti)
- Castellano-Berltrame (Pty) Ltd (Franco Beltrame)
2000 ItalCham Business Excellence Awards
- Giovanni Ravazzotti (Italtile Ldt and Ceramic Industries Ldt)
1999 ItalCham Business Excellence Awards
- Domenico Cioffi (Mimmo's)