Celebrating Excellence: Sidekick Awards 2026
Each year at our Sidekick Conference we take time to recognise the people and businesses who make our network what it is.
Celebrating leadership, teamwork, commitment and the impact our people have on clients and communities.
This year’s awards were presented during our Sidekick Conference 2026 gala evening in Akaroa, where we celebrated the achievements of our team and the success of our clients.
Celebrating Our People
These awards recognise the dedication, talent and teamwork that drive the Sidekick network forward. Every winner represents the values that sit at the heart of our business.
Congratulations to all of our winners and nominees.
2026 Award Winners
Amanda Wright – Christchurch • Sidekick Champion
Sidekick Timaru • Sidekick Team of the Year
Katie Moratti – Rangiora • Sidekick Teammate of the Year
Richard Wheeler – Timaru • Sidekick Rural Teammate of the Year
Katie Moratti – Rangiora • Sidekick Accountant of the Year
Nicole Sim – Wairarapa • Sidekick Administrator of the Year
Sidekick Business of the Year
A special congratulations goes to The Good Drop in Rangiora, winner of the Sidekick Business of the Year Award.
The Good Drop has achieved impressive growth in recent years while continuing to play an active role in the local community. Their commitment to both business success and community involvement makes them a very deserving winner.
