Chamber lists small biz award nominees

VW Area Chamber of Commerce information

They’ve taken chances. They worked countless hours to see their dreams evolve to reality. They are small business owners, and they are the cornerstone of the Van Wert economy.

The Van Wert Area Chamber of Commerce will celebrate and honor outstanding small businesses at its Salute to Small Business Luncheon and Awards Program on Friday, November 14, 11:45am-1pm at Willow Bend Country Club. Luncheon registration is now open and the community is invited to attend, as the Chamber recognizes outstanding businesses in eight categories based on an independent entrepreneurial spirit. Each nominated business plays a vital role in the Van Wert community and economy.

The following businesses were nominated for their excellence in each of the following categories for this year’s Salute to Small Business Awards:

Spirit Of Entrepreneurship

Shine Premium Auto Detailing, Guaranteed Auto, Cakecrazy, The Embroidery Coop, Window Creations, Messmakerbaker Jams & Jellies, Van Wert Carts & More

Ag Business

Advanced Biological Marketing, Kenn-Feld Group, Lincoln Ridge Farms, Something From The Garden, Bunge, Van Wert Terminal, Mercer Landmark

Charitable Non-Profit

Van Wert Rotary Club, Venedocia Lions Club, Wassenberg Art Center, Van Wert Elks Lodge 1197, Van Wert County Farm Bureau, The Salvation Army

Service Industry Showcase

Home Health Care Solutions, Van Wert Manor, Vancrest Health Care Center, R&R Employment, Ultra Computer & Networking Solutions, Quality Painting & Roofing, Fortman’s Crescent Linen Services

Retail Champion

Sisters Bridal Boutique, Once I Was, Laurie’s Naturescapes, The Bridge, Slusher’s Jewelry, Hall’s Custom Meats

 

Palate Pleaser

Balyeat’s, Sycamore, Wild Hare BBQ, Flour Loves Sugar. Firehouse Pizza, Black Angus Catering & More

Manufacturing Excellence

Kam Manufacturing, Cool Machines, Braun Industries, National Door & Trim, Tecumseh

Rookie (special recognition for businesses in the first year of operation)

Van Wert Lumber, Mod Boutique, The BachWell Center, Brewed Expressions, Van Wert Taxi, Distinct Curbing

Storage Solutions and More, PC+ER, Signs In Time, State Farm/Tisha Fast Insurance Agency Inc., Epic Vapes

Register for the Salute to Small Business Luncheon by November 11 by contacting the Chamber at 419.238.4390, chamber@vanwertchamber.com or online at www.vanwertchamber.com. The luncheon takes place on Friday, November 14, 11:45 a.m.-1 p.m., at Willow Bend Country Club, 179 Hospital Drive in Van Wert. Price is $17 per attendee, which includes lunch and beverages.