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Images courtesy of Le Courrier Australien
On 27 November 2024, the winners of the French-Australian Excellence Awards 2024 were announced during an unforgettable ceremony at the Embassy of France in Canberra. The event, organised by Le Courrier Australien and hosted by His Excellency Mr. Pierre-Andre Imbert, Ambassador of France to Australia, transformed the Residence de France into a vibrant hub of celebration. Over 150 guests — including esteemed dignitaries, influential community leaders, and enthusiastic supporters — came together to honour the remarkable achievements of French and/or Australian finalists making a significant impact in various fields.
His Excellency Mr. Pierre-Andre Imbert, Ambassador of France to Australia
The evening was a celebration of inspiration, excellence, and community, recognising the incredible achievements of the finalists, winners, and everyone contributing to the strengthening of French-Australian relations.
About the Awards
The French-Australian Excellence Awards, now in its fourth edition, has become a cornerstone event celebrating the outstanding contributions of individuals and organizations to French-Australian relations across Australia. This program honours French and Australian citizens whose remarkable talents, collaboration, entrepreneurial spirit, innovation, and dedication have significantly enriched the French-Australian community throughout the year.
Entrepreneurship Category Sponsorship
Bilateral Solutions was honoured to join the celebration as a proud sponsor for the 4th consecutive year of the Entrepreneurship category. For us, true entrepreneurship is not something you learn at school or get through diplomas. It is about vision, determination, and the courage to transform innovative ideas into reality, and succeed.
Our Managing Director, Martine Joly had the privilege of honouring Dominique Gill, this year’s outstanding winner in the Entrepreneurship category.
Left to right: Martine Joly, Dominique Gill, Pierre-Andre Imbert, Francois Vantomme
Celebrating Our 2024 Award Recipients
- Arts, Culture, Entertainment & Events (sponsored by Yves Hernot): Oliver Vojetta
- Culinary & Gastronomy (sponsored by Accor): Quentin Zerr
- Design, Fashion & Styling (sponsored by Renault): Charlotte Vergnolle
- Entrepreneurship (sponsored by Bilateral Solutions): Dominique Gill
- Health & Wellbeing (sponsored by Servier): Professor David Thomas
- Diversity, Inclusion & Gender Equality (sponsored by Menard): Jean Capdevielle
- High Impact Business & Leadership: Jessica Fox
- Research & Innovation (sponsored by Ponant): Professor Dedee Murrell
- Tech Startup (sponsored by La French Tech): Jason Macey
- Solidarity, Community & Volunteerism (sponsored by Alstom): Anne Mangeant
- Sports (sponsored by Decathlon): Noemie Fox
- Environmental & Sustainability (sponsored by Engie): David Clement
We already look forward to next year’s 2025 French-Australian Excellence Awards. Together, let’s continue to celebrate excellence and strengthen the ties between our two nations.
For more than 20 years, Bilateral Solutions has been a bridge between French and Australian businesses. Our core activity is providing global assistance to overseas companies starting up their business in Australia. We offer customised professional services, from Legal and Tax Representation to Total Bookkeeping, International Reporting, Tax Declarations and Payroll Management.