Celebrating Excellence at the 2012 Burlington Chamber Awards Gala
The 2012 Burlington Chamber Business Excellence Awards Gala was a truly memorable event, marking the largest gala in the Chamber’s history. With an enthusiastic crowd, elegant setting, and a lineup of incredible finalists, the evening delivered excitement from start to finish. The night began with a champagne reception for award finalists, sponsors, and VIPs, followed by a lively cocktail hour for all attendees. Special guest appearances included the Consul General for the People’s Republic of China, adding a prestigious touch to the evening. Guests enjoyed a delicious dinner before the awards presentation commenced, hosted by CHCH News Anchor Nick Dixon. A much-anticipated tradition, finalist company videos stole the spotlight again this year with their creativity and inspiration.
A Big Win for Sold Right Away and Local Leaders
Sold Right Away was honoured to take home the 2012 award for Small Business of the Year, standing proudly among a roster of outstanding local businesses. Other notable winners included Trevor Bouchard for Young Entrepreneur, Snuggle Bugz for Retail/Wholesale, and Kontek Ecology Systems for both Manufacturer of the Year and Business Export under the BEDC businessFirst Awards. The event also featured additional accolades from community partners such as Mayor Rick Goldring’s Community Service Awards and Tourism Burlington. From recognizing not-for-profits like the Burlington Eagles to celebrating community builders like Mike Wallace and Walter Mulkewich, the evening was a celebration of the vibrant and thriving business spirit in Burlington.
Sold Right Away is proud to be the 2012 winner in the Small Business Category of the Business Excellence Gala:
Burlington Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Award Winners:
- Young Entrepreneur: Trevor Bouchard
- Service: O.C. Tanner Recognition Company
- Manufacturer: Kontek Ecology Systems
- Retail/Wholesale: Snuggle Bugz
- Small Business: Sold Right Away
- Employer of the Year: AXYZ International
- Heritage: Capo Industries
In addition to the Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards, the Business Awards Gala featured the presentation of awards by several of the Chamber’s Team Burlington partners.
Mayor Rick Goldring’s Community Service Awards
- Not-for-Profit: Burlington Eagles
- Business: Mrs. B’s Gifthouse
BEDC businessFirst Awards
- New Investment: Fearmans Pork
- Business Expansion: MTE Consultants
- Business Export: Kontek Ecology Systems
Tourism Burlington Awards
- Ambassador: Gary DeGroote & Keith Strong
- Builder: Mike Wallace & Walter Mulkewich