PNG business hall of fame established
16 July 2024
ANDREW RUNAWERY
| PNG SME Magazine
PORT MORESBY - Since 2020, the PNG SME Awards, an initiative of Strategic Communications Limited and the publisher of the PNG SME Magazine, has celebrated the success stories of Papua New Guinea’s small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).
These awards recognise the hard work, excellence and innovation of this vital sector of the economy.
This year the PNG Business Hall of Fame was established to provide context and to honour PNG’s entrepreneurial history.
Notably, Michael (Mick) Leahy and Jeanette Leahy from Bulolo were inducted into the Hall of Fame alongside Sir Jacob Luke, a prominent trucking mogul, during the prime minister’s SME Breakfast in Port Moresby on 28 June.
As PNG approaches its 50th anniversary of independence, there are plans to further recognise outstanding individuals such as Jim Leahy (from Goroka) and Dan (Kuta Dan) Leahy.
Additionally, the induction of Sir Danny Leahy could also involve honouring Eddie Collins and Mike Bromley.
For those interested in contributing information or stories related to early European family settlers, you can reach out on email to [email protected]
A special acknowledgment goes to Chris Leahy from the Bululo tribe for providing us with valuable leads.
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