AIS dances its way to a spectacular 30th anniversary
Lights. Camera. Dance!
Leading Australian manufacturer of water disinfection technology, AIS Water, has celebrated its 30th anniversary as only it can – with a spectacular dance extravaganza at the Princess Theatre in Brisbane.
The event was organised to honour its history and thank staff, suppliers and customers.
The spectacular evening featured charismatic CEO and owner, Elena Gosse, along with AIS Water staff and special guests in a celebration of innovation, creativity and collaboration.
The evening started with a dance performance representing the four elements (earth, air, fire and water) and included a flashmob performance by the company’s management team, a video of AIS Water’s history, an operatic showcase, a vocal performance by Gosse and a musical tribute by her eight-year-old granddaughter – representing the power of female leadership and the ability of young minds to contribute to positive change.
More than 130 guests were joined by special guests, the Queensland small business commissioner Dominique Lamb, and SPASA CEO , Lindsay McGrath, who both delivered heartfelt speeches, congratulating AIS Water on its long history of manufacturing excellence, innovation and business success.
In her CEO’s address, Gosse referenced the connection between water, humanity and the environment, underpinning AIS Water’s vision of Enhancing Life.
“Tonight is more than a celebration, it’s testament to who we are and what we stand for as a company,” she said. “We are innovative, energetic, creative and inclusive – and we like to have fun along the way.
“As we look back on our remarkable journey, we remain steadfast in our commitment to water safety, innovation and improving the quality of life for people and the planet, worldwide.
“Looking to the next 30 years we have a renewed sense of purpose and will continue to lead and influence the industry as we champion sustainable water treatment solutions.”
The evening also celebrated Elena Gosse’s 60th birthday and commemorated 30 years since she arrived in Australia from Russia with her two young daughters. Her inspiring leadership has been instrumental in shaping AIS Water into what it is today.
Top ten in innovation
Meanwhile, AIS Water was named amongst the 10 most innovative manufacturers in Australia in the Australian Manufacturing Forum’s @AuManufacturing List.
AIS Water CEO Elena Gosse, said she was delighted to accept the award on behalf of the company she and her husband own, and where, for the past 30 years she has spearheaded its commitment to innovation, growth and sustainability.
“Our AIS Team brings so much enthusiasm and fresh thinking to the table every day,” she says.
“The ‘I’ in AIS stands for innovation so it is wonderful to receive an award where we are named one of the 10 most innovative manufacturers in the country. It is especially wonderful to receive the inaugural award as we like to be world-leading in everything we do!”
The full top ten most innovative manufacturers in Australia are: Eco Detection Pty Ltd; Uuvipak; ANCA; Omni Tanker; Smartline Medical; BluGlass Limited; Micro-X; Australian Engineering Solutions (Austeng); Australian Innovative Systems (AIS Water); MGA Thermal.
