Excellence honoured. Faith celebrated. Join Australia's national Christian business awards in Sydney to nominate Kingdom entrepreneurs, leaders, and creatives, secure tickets, and celebrate Christ-centred excellence.
DATE
October 3, 2026
TIME
6:00 PM - 10:30 PM
VENUE
Sydney, Australia
DRESS CODE
Black Tie
To honour Christ-centred excellence in business by celebrating men and women who build with eternity in mind - leaders who walk in obedience, steward God-given gifts with faithfulness, and use business to serve others and glorify His name. Rooted in unity, we exist to bring the Christian business community together across denominations, standing as one body to advance God's Kingdom.
Our logo, a flame, represents passion and Holy Spirit - it embodies the fire of faith that fuels every believer called to do business differently. It reflects the light of Christ within us and the call to let that light shine before others (Matthew 5:16). Each nominee, finalist, and winner carries this flame into boardrooms, communities, creative spaces, and industries, uniting the Christian business community as one and advancing God's Kingdom through their work.
Whether you are an author, podcast host, entrepreneur, creative, corporate leader or local business owner, if your faith fuels your work, you belong here. Each award is a testimony that God is moving powerfully in the marketplace. A celebration of obedience, impact and Kingdom influence.
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DATE
October 3, 2026
TIME
6:00 PM - 10:30 PM
VENUE
Sydney, Australia
DRESS CODE
Black Tie
Inspiring leaders with a vision for faith-driven business excellence.
Sam Cawthorn
Founder, Speakers Institute Group
We are honored to have Sam Cawthorn - Founder of the Speakers Institute Group and Speakers Tribe - as our Keynote Speaker for the ACBA Awards 2026. An internationally renowned entrepreneur, author, and speaker, Sam is a 5-time International Bestselling Author and has written 11 books.
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Discover the category that reflects your Kingdom impact.
01
Business/Company
Honours a business or company demonstrating consistent growth while making the greatest Kingdom impact through generosity, missions, and initiatives. This award recognises organisations that steward every part of their business with excellence, expand their influence for God’s glory, and actively put faith into action in all they do.
02
Female Entrepreneur
Celebrates a faith-driven founder who leads boldly with integrity, vision, and purpose. This award recognises her consistent business growth, the strategic and faithful stewardship of her business and her ability to transform lives while actively walking in obedience to God.
03
Male Entrepreneur
Honours a purpose-led male business owner who demonstrates consistent business growth alongside Kingdom impact. This award recognises leaders who steward their business faithfully, integrate faith into every decision and create influence that advances God’s Kingdom.
04
Professional/Career
Recognises an individual in the workplace or professional field who demonstrates consistent growth and measurable impact within their sphere. This leader walks in obedience, models servant leadership and applies faith in practical ways to inspire, mentor and elevate others.
05
Authors and Podcasters
Celebrates authors and podcasters whose work demonstrates consistent reach, engagement and Kingdom impact. This award recognises those who actively put faith into action through content that uplifts, equips and glorifies God while building audiences for His glory.
06
Creatives and Performing Arts
Honours a creative whose God-given gifts in music, performing arts, or visual arts demonstrate both spiritual and professional growth. This award recognises creatives who consistently expand their platform, inspire others and actively put faith into action through their artistry.
07
Business Owners under 30 Years of Age
Recognises a young Christian entrepreneur boldly stepping into their God-given calling, showing consistent growth and leading with purpose. This award celebrates rising leaders making tangible Kingdom impact, stewarding their business and faith and demonstrating that age is no barrier to divine purpose.
08
Tech and Products
For faith-led innovators in technology, products, services or strategies who demonstrate consistent growth while solving real-world problems. This award honours leaders who actively integrate faith into innovation, uplifting communities and honouring God through measurable impact.
09
Non-Profits
For faith-led innovators in technology, products, services or strategies who demonstrate consistent growth while solving real-world problems. This award honours leaders who actively integrate faith into innovation, uplifting communities and honouring God through measurable impact.
Fideliz Cruz
Founder and Director
Linh Podetti
Strategic Advisor
Owen Matheson
Strategic Connector and Community Lead
Richard Quintana
Operations Lead
Kingdom Women Entrepreneurs
Outsourcing Angel
Ready Scale Exit
Steward
Curated Eventures
Industry leaders, thought pioneers, and Kingdom trailblazers — dedicated to recognising excellence, impact, and faith in action across every sphere of business and leadership.
Brenda Tsiaousis
Guest Judge
Christian Artist of The Year Award
Cameron Gullo
Guest Judge
Christian Artist of The Year Award
Deborah De Jong
Guest Judge
Christian Artist of The Year Award
Richard Quintana
Guest Judge
Christian Innovator of The Year Award
Timothy Tham
Guest Judge
Christian Innovator of The Year Award
Brendan Jaensch
Guest Judge
Christian Media Excellence Award
Danniebelle Whippy
Guest Judge
Christian Media Excellence Award
Farid Zaki
Guest Judge
Emerging Kingdom Entrepreneur
Wez Hone
Guest Judge
Emerging Kingdom Entrepreneur
Paul Sedrak
Guest Judge
Kingdom Business of The Year Award
Peter Low
Guest Judge
Kingdom Business of The Year Award
Mark Bilton
Guest Judge
Kingdom Leader of The Year Award
Wendy Simpson
Guest Judge
Kingdom Leader of The Year Award
David Balestri
Guest Judge
Kingdom Man of The Year Award
Owen Matheson
Guest Judge
Kingdom Man of The Year Award
Fideliz Cruz
Guest Judge
Kingdom Woman of The Year Award
Jess Collins
Guest Judge
NFP Excellence of The Year Award
Tim O'Neill
Guest Judge
NFP Excellence of The Year Award
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