Last weekend, April 4th and 5th, Kwik Kopy Australia lit up Dockside at Darling Harbour for our 2025 Sales & Marketing Summit! A dynamic hub filled with our incredible franchise centre owners and their teams all gathered under the vibrant theme, ‘Time to Shine’.
The Summit weekend was a powerful spotlight illuminating the fantastic wins we’ve collectively achieved over the past year. It was a celebration for the hard work, dedication, and passion that fuels the Kwik Kopy network.
But it wasn’t just about looking back. The Summit also cast a bright beam forward, unveiling the exciting future for Kwik Kopy. We spent time on our company vision, understanding the strategic direction, and the collective energy building towards new horizons while staying true to our origins, our foundations and our history.
The Summit was a prime opportunity to connect, learn, and grow. Our Owners Panels were full of conversations sparking new ideas, collaborative workshops that sharpened skills, and that invaluable feeling of being part of a supportive and forward-thinking community. It was a chance to forge stronger bonds, pick up fresh insights, and leave feeling inspired and equipped for even greater access to modern resources and tools than ever before.
It was an amazing, high-energy, insightful weekend designed to empower everyone in the Kwik Kopy community to truly shine!
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Friday evening marked the ‘Time to Shine’ Awards Evening, where the spotlight illuminated some of our most outstanding Centre owners, recognising and celebrating their stellar achievements. This year saw the exciting debut of the ‘State Centre of the Year’ award, shining a light on Centres that truly excelled across all award criteria, offering them a dazzling opportunity to vie for Kwik Kopy’s coveted National Centre of the Year title. In 2025, the five Centres stepping into the limelight as state winners were Kwik Kopy Blacktown, Kwik Kopy Hilton, Kwik Kopy Camberwell, Kwik Kopy Osborne Park, and Kwik Kopy West End.
NSW & ACT State Centre of the Year
Congratulations to Kwik Kopy Blacktown take home the win of NSW Centre of the Year!! Owner Kervin Merchant, who began his journey with Kwik Kopy six years prior, just before COVID’s onset, Kervin’s story is one of remarkable resilience and growth. His business has also seen an incredible growth and expansion since 2019, due to his strong leadership skills and innovative strategies to grow a loyal customer base, and has cultivated an exceptional team in centre. This well-deserved recognition celebrates Kwik Kopy Blacktown, under Kervin’s guidance, as the NSW State Centre of the Year, a testament to his dedication to customer service and strong leadership that steered his team through challenging times to achieve phenomenal success. Congratulations to Kervin and the entire Blacktown team!
SA State Centre of the Year
Kwik Kopy Hilton is the well-deserving winner of the SA State Centre of the Year! Owner Garth Anesbury’s journey with Kwik Kopy spans an incredible 18 years, and it’s been inspiring to witness him achieve record-breaking success, including his highest sales ever in the past year. A long-time, engaged member of the network, Garth consistently demonstrates a willingness to learn and contribute. Notably, the Hilton Centre boasts an exceptional customer focus, evidenced by their outstanding reviews and can-do attitude. While this award celebrates Garth’s leadership, it also recognises the incredible contributions of Sarah, Kirby and the entire high-performing Hilton team. Their teamwork and unwavering dedication have been instrumental in driving these outstanding results. A massive congratulations to South Australia’s State Centre of the Year, Kwik Kopy Hilton, and to Garth for his exceptional 18 years of ownership and the centre’s continued growth, all while providing truly amazing customer service that has earned them some of the best reviews in the network!
WA State Centre of the Year
Western Australia, give a huge round of applause for your State Centre of the Year: the fantastic Kwik Kopy Osborne Park! For over 20 years, Glen and Denise Farquar have cultivated more than just a business; they’ve built a true legacy of trust in their community. This foundation rests on their unwavering dedication to customer service, their deep well of industry knowledge, and the genuine connections they consistently forge with their clients. Their long-term commitment to the Kwik Kopy brand is evident, and their continued impressive growth within the national network speaks volumes. Huge congratulations to Kwik Kopy Osborne Park for this incredibly well-deserved award!
QLD State Centre of the Year
Queensland is celebrating a true testament to perseverance and dedication to hard work with the announcement of Kwik Kopy West End as the QLD State Centre of the Year! Craig Cunningham became the owner of Kwik Kopy West End in 2019, just before the complexities of the pandemic, facing a particularly challenging start. Yet, his unwavering determination has yielded remarkable results. In his initial year in business, Craig not only navigated those hurdles but has also established and grown his centre by an impressive amount, including significant growth in the past year alone. His infectious positivity and enthusiastic energy make him a valued member of the Kwik Kopy community, and this award rightly recognizes his hard work and the significant growth of Kwik Kopy West End under his leadership. Congratulations, Craig and the team!
VIC State Centre of the Year & 2025 Centre of the Year
And the spotlight shines on Kopy Camberwell, the well-deserved winner of the VIC State Centre of the Year Award and ultimately the Kwik Kopy Centre of the Year! Ash is a fantastic and deeply engaged member of the Kwik Kopy Victoria network, consistently participating in owner functions and open houses, and previously serving as the Victorian Owners Representative in the KKOA. Her collaborative spirit is evident in her active involvement in the South East Sales Club, and she’s a wonderful mentor, generously with her time and support in guiding new owners. Ashweeni and her team truly embody everything Kwik Kopy Australia stands for: a profound dedication to their community, a relentless pursuit of excellence, incredible ambition fueling their growth, and a creative flair that shines brilliantly through their work. Ash’s success is built on genuine warmth and curiosity, fostering amazing customer connections and ensuring top-notch service, which has cultivated a loyal and ever-expanding customer base. After a solid start, Ash set an in-Centre record for highest annual sales in F24 and is on track to reach even further growth this year! Kopy Camberwell is a truly inspiring centre, and we can’t wait to witness the continued success of Ashweeni and her exceptional team. Congratulations!
Operational Excellence Award
Recognising the Centre that maintains high standards in operational management, ensuring efficient and effective business practices.
The spotlight shone on the finalists Kwik Kopy Five Dock, Kwik Kopy Perth CBD, and Kwik Kopy Miller Street. Ultimately, the award went to Kwik Kopy Miller Street, owned by Daniel McKenzie & Susie Jackson! This North Sydney-based business exemplifies operational excellence. Their tightly run ship is powered by a small but mighty team, nurtured and developed to achieve peak performance through well-defined processes.
Community Award
Recognises the Centre that actively supports and contributes to their community, making a positive social impact through various initiatives.
Kwik Kopy Unley demonstrated a deep commitment to community engagement, standing out for their extensive support of both the KKA network and their local community through numerous charitable endeavours, consistently exceeding expectations in their dedication to their customer base.
Customer Excellence Award
Awarded to the Centre that prioritises outstanding customer service, consistently achieving high levels of satisfaction and loyalty.
While Michael & Marlene Wallace from Kwik Kopy Cheltenham were unable to join us on the evening, their dedication to exceptional customer service earned them this recognition. Congratulations to Kwik Kopy Cheltenham for their unwavering focus on creating loyal and satisfied customers!
Local Area Marketing Award
Recognises the Centre who demonstrates exceptional creativity and success in localised marketing efforts, driving community engagement and brand growth.
The award was presented to AJ Hightower, owner of Kwik Kopy Geebung for his Centre’s exceptional creativity, innovative marketing strategies and the tangible success of their local marketing initiatives, effectively building community connections and boosting brand presence.
Possible Award
Recognises a Centre who has overcome significant “impossibles”, demonstrating ability to overcome tough challenges.
Mary Glastras of Kwik Kopy Surry Hills was honoured with this special Kwik Kopy Australia award in reflection of the past year. Her resilience in the face of personal challenges, all while continuing to run her business with unwavering dedication alongside her daughter Niki, is truly inspirational and celebrated within our community.
Design Award
Celebrates a Centre’s exceptional creativity and skill in producing high quality design work that meets and exceeds client expectations.
Though Tammy McCanna from Kwik Kopy Townsville couldn’t join this year’s Summit, her talent for producing exceptional design work was celebrated. Congratulations to Kwik Kopy Townsville for their commitment to creative excellence!
Brand Ambassador Award
Awarded to the Centre who embodies every aspect of the Kwik Kopy Brand and our values.
Suzan Lindsey from Kwik Kopy Shellharbour truly lights up the brand! Her dedication to ambition, excellence, creativity, and community shines through everything she does. Suzan lives the ‘Make Possible’ motto as her continued success brightly reflects.
Consistent Player Award
The Consistent Player Award honours Kwik Kopy Centres with a remarkable track record of steady success over the past five years. This year, we celebrate joint winners: Kwik Kopy Taren Point, owned by Paul and Eliza Bourke, and Kwik Kopy Perth CBD, owned by Anthony and Shahna Nixon. Their sustained strong performance highlights their dedication to their customers and solid foundations in the network.
Rising Star Award
The Rising Star Award shines a light on new owners achieving impressive results early on in their franchise journey. This year’s standout is Steven Morrison from Kwik Kopy Canberra. His consistently strong performance in his first two years is a fantastic achievement and a sign of great things to come.
Additional awards handed out on the evening:
Zenith Sales Growth (Percentage): Won by George Nestor from Botany.
Zenith Sales Growth (Dollars): Won by Peter Clarke from Gosford.
Large Format Sales Growth (Percentage): Won by Phillip Joel from Elizabeth Street.
Large Format Category Growth: Won by Shaun Weir from Bankstown.
Highest Sales Growth (Percentage, New Owners): Won by Aleisha and Evan Gill from Eagle Farm.
Highest Sales Growth (Percentage, Under $1m Turnover): Won by Manny Gerassimou from Fitzroy.
Highest Sales Growth (Percentage, Over $1m Turnover): Won by Matthew Penfold from Darling Harbour.
Highest Sales (Dollars): Won by Anthony and Shahna Nixon from Perth CBD.
