News release
April 10, 2019
Truro & Colchester Chamber of Commerce announces 2019 gala award finalists
TRURO – The Truro & Colchester Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce its 2019 gala award finalists.
Kohltech, Windows and Entrance Systems, has been selected as the recipient of the Community Credit Union Business Excellence Award and Ron Meech of Meech Holdings Ltd., has been selected as the BDC Business Person of the Year.
“Kohltech Windows and Entrance Systems and Ron Meech have contributed greatly to the local economy and are leaders in the business community,” said Chamber President Ron Smith. “We are pleased to recognize these two outstanding businesses and we invite the business community to join us in honouring their contributions.
“It was a difficult decision for the judging committee to select the 2019 award recipients given the high-quality nominations received. It was an honour to have an opportunity to review the nominations which highlight amazing things that are being driven by business in the area.”
The awards will be presented on April 25 during the Chamber’s 129th annual gala dinner celebration at the Holiday Inn. Everyone is invited to celebrate the accomplishments of local business at the Chamber’s gala, which is open to members and future members. Tickets cost $50 plus tax for members and $60 plus tax for future members. To reserve seats by April 17, call the Chamber office at 902-895-6328, or email [email protected].
The Community Credit Union Business Excellence Award recognizes leadership achieving demonstrated growth in sales, workforce investment, community involvement, support of the local business community, innovation and job creation.
The BDC Business Person of the Year Award acknowledges a founder, owner, CEO, president or manager who has achieved significant success showing strong leadership skills contributing to the growth of the business.
Nominations for the Chamber awards were open to all businesses in Truro and Colchester County.
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Media Contact:
Sherry Martell
Executive Director
Truro & Colchester Chamber of Commerce
902-895-6328