Small businesses were honoured at the fourth annual Small Business Awards Champion of Champions on Friday, 31st May 2002 at the Sydney SuperDome before an audience of 2000 people.

The General Mat Company was acknowledged as the Champion of Champions in the Import Business category, contending with other finalists to be nominated the most deserving of recognition.

This year over 300 small business finalists from across the state vied for the ultimate accolade to be the Champion of Champions in their industry category.

Judging was carried out by an independent panel of Industry experts whose assessment was based on Business History, Business Marketing & Promotion, Customer Service, Community Involvement, Business Growth & Achievements, Staff Training & Motivation, and Highlights of the Past Twelve Months.

Presented by Precedent Productions, the presentation evening was a spectacular event, with an array of personalities and entertainment. Westpac was again delighted to be associated with the awards as major sponsor. Support sponsors were CPA Australia, MYOB, Resource NSW and Sydney SuperDome. The program was supported by NSW Department of State and Regional Development.