International Awards for Innovative Healthcare
Staying Independent has been recognised nationally and internationally for excellence in healthcare innovation, leadership, and growth.
In 2025, Staying Independent was named the Most Awarded Healthcare Provider across Asia-Pacific at the International Business Awards, receiving multiple Gold awards for healthcare innovation and management, as well as the People’s Choice Award for Healthcare Company across the Asia-Pacific region.
Later that year, Staying Independent and Founder Kezia Kingston received further international recognition at the International Stevie Awards, including honours for Global Entrepreneur of the Year, Fastest Growing Company across Asia-Pacific, and Start-Up of the Year.
Nationally, Staying Independent was awarded Business NSW Outstanding New Business for Greater Sydney, securing the region’s top prize and progressing to State Finalist level. The organisation was also named a Finalist in the Australian Financial Review Most Innovative Companies for Healthcare, recognising leadership in service design, systems innovation, and impact.
Founder Kezia Kingston was additionally recognised at the International Women in Business Awards in New York City, receiving multiple honours across healthcare innovation, entrepreneurship, and business services.
Together, these awards reflect Staying Independent’s commitment to delivering high-quality, innovative, and person-centred healthcare, and to building systems that work better for people, families, and communities.