Introducing the 2025 Electra Business & Innovation Award Winners…
On Thursday 23rd October 2025 at the Southwards Car Museum, the region came together for the annual Electra Business & Innovation Awards, delivered by Business Kāpiti Horowhenua Inc. (BKH).
The evening honoured outstanding businesses across the Kāpiti and Horowhenua regions, celebrating those who lead the way in innovation, sustainability, and business excellence.
So without further ado, introducing the 2025 Electra Business & Innovation Awards Winners.
2025 Award Winners
Electra Business of the Year – The Bond Store
Construction & Trades Award – Elite Diagnostics Ltd
Manufacturing, Production & Processing – The Bond Store
Hospitality, Entertainment & Tourism – Kapiti Island Nature Tours
Professional & Business Services / Technology – Pipi Learning Ltd
Not-for-Profit / Community & Public Services – Work Ready Kāpiti
Retail – Seriously Pickled Catering Kitchen & Deli
Consumer Services – Nation Beauty NZ
Small Business Award – Elite Diagnostics Ltd
New / Emerging Award – Roses Chilli Crisp
Innovation Award – Elite Diagnostics Ltd
Environmental Sustainability Award – Ohau Gourmet Mushrooms
Highly Commended, Heart of the Community – Levin Repair Café
Customer Experience Horowhenua – Levin Top 10 Holiday Park
Customer Experience Kāpiti – Relish Café and Catering
Electra Business of the Year 2025
A special acknowledgement goes to the Electra Business of the Year, The Bond Store. As the judges noted:
“The Bond Store is a shining example of bold vision, exceptional leadership, and authentic Kāpiti spirit. From pioneering sustainable distilling with a closed-loop cooling system and bottle-swap initiative, to achieving export approval for their Kawakawa Gin and six-fold tasting room growth, they’ve shown how purpose, performance, and passion can coexist beautifully. Their blend of innovation, integrity, and community connection has made them a flagship for regional excellence.”
Hall of Fame
The Hall of Fame honours a living business leader from each district whose exceptional service to business and the wider community has contributed to regional growth.
Our 2025 inductees are Geoff Kane and Libby Hakaraia, both recognised for their significant and long-standing contributions.
You can learn more about their stories, along with our previous Hall of Fame laureates, by clicking the button below.
A Night of Inspiration
“We are delighted to celebrate the innovation and resilience of businesses across Kāpiti and Horowhenua,” says Charlotte Tollervey, Programme Manager of BKH. “These winners demonstrate what is possible when businesses focus on innovation, sustainability and community. They set a benchmark for all of us.”
About the Awards
The Electra Business & Innovation Awards recognise excellence across the Kāpiti Coast and Horowhenua districts. Categories span Manufacturing, Hospitality, Construction, Retail, Technology, Not-for-Profit, and more, as well as special awards celebrating Innovation and Environmental Sustainability.