A massive congratulations to data warehouse automation software provider WhereScape, which took home the coveted Judge’s Supreme Award for International Business. But WhereScape wasn't the only star of the show, with nine other awards dished out to deserving winners.

Big data is big business for WhereScape. The Auckland-based company develops the software for organisations to manage and analyse big sets of data, and counts the Dallas Cowboys and Chanel among its list of impressive clients. With customers in 26 countries, find out how this nich player is taking on well-known and well-funded globalc companies - and winning.

Did you know that collectors pay a premium for  NZ Mint's coins - from a half ounce silver Season’s Greetings Christmas tree ornament coin for $79, to a 1kg gold classic Mickey Mouse coin for $73,000?! Or that Auckland-based Straker Translations is the the world’s fastest professional human translation service? These are just some of the gems to be unearthed when we delve deep into the stories of our winners. 

From emerging businesses like Dunedin-based Timely, to well-known player Gallagher, the who's who of New Zealand business gathered at Auckland's SKYCITY last night to celebrate the 50th New Zealand International Business Awards. Immerse yourslef in the highlights.