Celebrating Local Business & Community Connections
At Frankston Business Collective, we’re all about supporting local businesses, creating connections, and helping people grow. Whether it’s through our Business Excellence Awards, networking events, or workshops, we’re proud to bring together a thriving business community in Frankston and the Mornington Peninsula.
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Recognising Outstanding Local Businesses
Each year, the Frankston Business Excellence Awards highlight local businesses that have made a real impact. Whether it’s through innovation, resilience, or outstanding service, these businesses are setting the bar for success.
Watch the Award Winner Videos
Frankston Business of the Year,
Hospitality Excellence
Hotel Lona
Small & Succeeding (Since 2023)
Flowers for Jane
Emerging Industry
Firefly Initiative
2024 Award Winners & What Makes Them Stand Out
Frankston Business of the Year – Hotel Lona
A hospitality leader bringing new life to an iconic Frankston venue.
Transformed a historic building into a multi-level entertainment destination.
Adapted through tough times with innovative service offerings.
Continues to set the standard for exceptional hospitality and community engagement.
Hospitality Excellence – Hotel Lona
Creating a world-class experience for diners and guests.
Focused on staff training and development, including in-house training videos.
Introduced table service, seasonal menus, and a seniors’ menu.
Turned its rooftop into a year-round event space while running a nightclub.
Emerging Industry – Firefly Initiative
A social enterprise connecting small businesses with community initiatives.
Recognises and supports volunteer organisations.
Builds strong community partnerships with a focus on social impact.
Shows how business and community can work together.
Educational Excellence – Nepean Industry Edge Training
Helping career changers and industry professionals succeed.
Provides flexible training in aged care, disability, and early childhood education.
Blended learning model lets students study at their own pace.
Supporting workforce development and upskilling in Frankston.
Health & Care – Central Dental Frankston
Bringing top-quality dental care to Frankston locals.
Offers cutting-edge treatments in a warm, welcoming space.
Focuses on patient comfort and accessibility.
A trusted name in healthcare in Frankston
Small & Succeeding (Since 2023) – Flowers for Jane
Bringing joy through flowers while growing a thriving local business.
Reliable, personalised service with online tracking and delivery photos.
Supplies flowers and gifts to local businesses, community events, and corporate clients.
Passionate about supporting local growers and small businesses.
Professional Services – EdgeTel
Redefined customer experience with a human-like Virtual Voice Assistant.
Developed AI transcription that accurately handles Aussie accents and phone numbers.
Focused on tailored, localised solutions that resonate with Australian users.
Proudly part of Frankston’s growing hub of tech and service innovation.
Retail – Lisa’s Lacies
Lisa’s Lacies leads in retail with a focus on sustainability, innovation, and service.
Their eco-friendly practices, like donating fabric scraps, support community and environment.
Embracing change, they’ve strengthened their online presence to meet modern needs.
Exceptional customer service remains at the heart of their award-winning success.
Travel, Tourism, Events and Attractions – Geonbae Korean BBQ
Freshly sourced and prepared meals deliver a rich cultural experience of flavour, education, and enjoyment.
Customer-centric service with trained staff ensures consistency and personalised experiences.
Innovative offerings include all-you-can-eat Wednesdays, an expanded outdoor area, and cultural promotions.
Inclusive branding in English and Chinese, supported by a streamlined training program, stays true to their authentic brand.
Social Change Maker – Rotary Peninsula 2.0
Rotary Frankston Peninsula 2.0 champions modern community service through inclusivity and flexibility.
Their relaxed, family-friendly meetings break from tradition while staying focused on impact.
A diverse membership brings energy and a wide range of skills to every initiative.
With flexible involvement options, they embody Rotary’s mission in a fresh, community-driven way.
Member Success Stories
Joining the Frankston Business Collective has been a game-changer for my business! It’s helped me build genuine relationships, connect with other local businesses, and open up exciting new opportunities. The support from this community has been incredible!
Through the Frankston Business Collective, we’ve met amazing people and built strong partnerships. From booking venues like Frankston Arts Centre to working with local service providers, being part of FBC has helped us grow in ways we never expected!
What Our Business Community Says About FBC Events
An inspiring and informative experience. The summit provided great insights and takeaways for both personal and professional growth.
Even after 12 years in real estate, I learned new techniques that have totally changed how I approach sales. Amazing session!
The cold call event run by Frankston Business Collective in conjunction with Ashleigh from The Promo Donna was incredibly informative. And has the potential to significantly boost my business. Highly recommended.
I thoroughly enjoyed attending Mastering the Art of Cold Calling yesterday at Frankston Art Centre. Ash was incredibly inspirational and motivating, and we’ve already put several of her insights into action. I’m excited to see the positive impact these strategies will have!
It was another great session. Ashleigh was very passionate, inspiring and confident. I think we all took plenty away to give us the confidence to dip our toes in the water.
