Success Stories
Many Western Australian small businesses have been successful in identifying and capitalising on export opportunities to grow their business.
This section features just some of these businesses - to not only acknowledge the part they have played in developing WA’s export economy but to act as an inspiration to those taking their first steps into the world of export and to those looking to further develop their export business.
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Peter Dresen and Paul Pietsch PDA Products
Not only have Peter Dresen and Paul Pietsch from PDA Products discovered the perfect ingredients for their product Mortafil, they have also found the ideal recipe for a successful exporting business.
In the past three years, PDA Products has won several awards for Most Innovative Enterprise, Best Export, Best Marketing as well as an International Business Award.
Rod Mackay and Chris Gray Extreme Solutions International
A West Australian company is making big waves in the international surfing scene, following the success of Spindek, its rotating traction surface for surfboards.
The business, Extreme Solutions International, is operated by former IT managers, Rod Mackay and Chris Gray. Sharing a long-term passion for surfing, the men sell their surfing-related products under the brand name, Soggy.
Brian van Rooyen Heritage Tanks Australia Pty Ltd
Exporting water tanks to his home country of South Africa has proven a successful business decision for Brian van Rooyen of Heritage Tanks Australia Pty Ltd.
With years of experience in the manufacture and installation of rainwater tanks, Mr van Rooyen migrated to Western Australia five years ago.
Todd Wilner The Retail Shop
Todd Wilner says the principles of exporting are exactly the same as operating a business that sells goods in the local market.
Learn from your mistakes, believe in your product and choose the right people to help you reach your goals.
Garry Jowett KeepFresh Technologies
Despite specifically targeting English speaking countries, Garry Jowett had his first export success in the Czech Republic.
And, he attributes much of his subsequent export success to his participation in the TradeStart program.
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