Australian CEO Excellence Awards 2026 | 17 Just Tint Melbourne is Melbourne’s largest window tinting workshop, helping countless clients protect their skin from harmful UV rays whilst enhancing the privacy and security of their cars, homes, and workspaces. At the helm of this leading business is Dan Ekanayake, a celebrated entrepreneur who has dedicated his professional career to building Just Tint Melbourne from the ground up. We took a closer look at Dan’s journey below, following his recent recognition in the Australian CEO Excellence Awards 2026. Having been in the tinting business since 2007, Dan Ekanayke joined forces with his experienced friend Jess to establish Just Tint Melbourne. What began as two close friends trying to make a difference from their small garage soon evolved into a thriving business boasting a multitude of dealerships and a reputation for delivering the highest quality film whilst maintaining equally high standards of honesty and workmanship. Along the way, the success of Just Tint saw Dan and Jess acquiring four more shops in Mornington, Braeside, Cranbourne, and Pakenham. Under their direction, the Just Tint team established an invaluable framework for developing a fast-growing business whilst maintaining an unwavering dedication to helping others and building rapport with communities. This framework has proven to be significantly successful, as Just Tint Melbourne has now served more than 26,000 customers, with a 99% satisfaction rate. Now, Just Tint Melbourne stands as a top five-star ceramic coating and tint shop in Victoria. Dan and Jess leverage more than two decades of combined experience in retail and dealerships, as well as industry approved workspaces, quality standard tools, and exclusive partnerships with world-renowned manufacturers to provide the most advanced protection film and exceptional customer service. It is this masterful combination that has earned Just Tint Melbourne the APAC Insider Automotive Detailing Excellence Award 2026. In a competitive industry, Dan propels Just Tint Melbourne to stand out through his ability to deliver top-tier customer service with a strong emphasis on genuine connection and responsiveness. From the very beginning of his career, Dan has focused on delivering exceptional service whilst staying deeply connected to the needs of both his clients and his community, operating with a business strategy grounded in customercentric thinking, continuous innovation, and sustainable growth. Through years of hands-on experience, Dan has cultivated a deep understanding of his clients’ and community’s needs. Over time, he has perfected techniques that balance creativity with structure, such as implementing agile workflows, refining internal processes for efficiency, and building a strong feedback loop between clients and the team. This journey taught the CEO key transferrable skills, including leadership, strategic thinking, and the flexibility to adapt quickly within fastpaced environments. One of the key strategies Dan has learned over the years has been investing in people. He believes strongly in the power of creating opportunities from within and makes extensive efforts to empower his team to reach their full potential, from promoting internally and supporting professional development to encouraging cross-functional collaboration. Investing in the development of both his team and community has become a top priority for the CEO, ensuring long-term impact and shared success. At his core, Dan is driven by a passion for innovation and a commitment to contributing meaningfully towards industry growth. He has made significant strides towards his mission over the course of his career, establishing a leading network of window tinting workshops whilst also contributing towards the professional development of the next generation of experts. For his unwavering dedication, unrivalled expertise, and exceptional approach to customer service, Dan Ekanayake has been named Victoria’s Best Automotive Aftermarket Provider 2026. Contact: Dan Ekanayake Company: Gizmoto Group Pty Ltd / Just Tint Melbourne Web Address: www.gizmoto.com.au / www. justtintmelbourne.com.au Best Automotive Aftermarket Provider 2026 (Victoria): Dan Ekanayake & APAC Insider Automotive Detailing Excellence Award 2026 Gizmoto Group Pty Ltd / Just Tint Melbourne
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