Agenda:

5:30pm – Reception & Food Stations

7:15pm – Awards

Catering Provided by A Million Mouthfuls Catering

Signature Sponsor:  

COMMUNITY RECOGNITION AWARD
Criteria: This award pays tribute to an individual making a positive contribution in the community.  Someone who is consistently lifting others up–the friendly cashier who always has a kind word for everyone, the volunteer who goes above and beyond, the work teammate whose positivity continually inspires others.

Sponsored By:

Finalists:
Sharon Bates – Tangles Hair Salon & Spa
Chris Cartwright – Main Street Realty Ltd.
Chuck Doyle – Volunteers for and nominated by CHATS
Jennifer Walker – Carruthers Walker Financial

**

INNOVATIVE START UP OF THE YEAR AWARD
Recognizes the successful implementation of an idea, process or initiative that has been proven to make a genuine difference or positive impact on an organization or the community. Not for profits are eligible.

Sponsored By: 

Finalists:
Automated Shade Solutions Inc.
Fortress Solutions
The Maverik Inc.

 **

NOT FOR PROFIT OF THE YEAR AWARD
Recognizes a registered not for profit organization which has exceptional community service and leadership in some or all of the following: Broadened Education of their Service, Innovative Services, Community Involvement, Promoted Volunteerism, Positive Contribution to Society, Social and Community.

Sponsored By:

Finalists:
Canadian Mental Health Association, York Region &  South Simcoe
Community Living Central York
DeafBlind Ontario Services
Yellow Brick House

**

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES BUSINESS OF THE YEAR AWARD
This business must exemplify professionalism and integrity. The category includes, but is not limited to law, medical, dental, accounting, financial, insurance, real estate and other professional service providers. Recognizes outstanding achievement in some or all of the following: Company Growth, Customer Service, Marketing Development, Sales and Marketing, Community Service.

Sponsored By:

Finalists:
Hive5 Kids Inc.
MACCK Digital Marketing
Proper Measure Ontario Central Inc.
Whiteboard Creative Lab Inc.

**

NEW BUSINESS OF THE YEAR AWARD
Recognizes outstanding achievement as a new business in some or all of the following: Research and Development, Company Growth, Products and Services, Market Development, Sales and Marketing, Community Service.

Sponsored By:

Finalists:
Mindful OT
Schooley Mitchell of Newmarket
The Printing House Ltd.
Trevor Frances Recruitment

**

BUSINESS LEADER OF THE YEAR AWARD
This business leader is an employee, senior leader, owner or entrepreneur who has demonstrated leadership in a variety of ways and is seen by peers as driving progress/growth. Recognizes outstanding achievement in some or all of the following: Company growth, Company culture, Market development, Sales & marketing, Community service, Corporate values.

Sponsored By:

Finalists:
Rob Clark – RC Design
Wasim Jarrah – Concierge Real Estate by Wasim
Shabi Monzavi – Market Candle Company
Angela Tucker – York Dance Academy

**

IMPACT IN MARKETING AND PROMOTION AWARD
This business has employed unique marketing and promotion techniques that have had a clear impact on business growth and sales. Recognizes outstanding achievements in some or all of the following: Creative and unique approach to marketing, Market development/positioning, Correlation between sales and marketing/promotion activities.

Sponsored By:

Finalists:
AB Social & Digital Marketing
Katherine Joy Interiors
RE/MAX Realtron TurnKey – Eric Johnston

**

SMALL BUSINESS OF THE YEAR AWARD
Recognizes outstanding achievement in some or all of the following: Research and Development, Company Growth, Products and Services, Market Development, Sales and Marketing, Community Service.

Sponsored By:

Finalists:
Expedia Cruises
Fair Chance Learning Inc.
Goblets & Goblins Inc.
TwoGirlsOneStage

**

LARGE BUSINESS OF THE YEAR AWARD
Recognizes outstanding achievement in some or all of the following: Research and Development, Company Growth, Products and Services, Market Development, Sales and Marketing, Community Service.

Sponsored By:

Finalists:
Dentec Safety Specialists Inc.
John’s No Frills
Rona+

**

LEADERSHIP IN DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION AWARD
This business exemplifies professionalism and integrity. They have demonstrated leadership in ensuring a company culture that values diversity, equity and inclusion. Can include not for profits. Recognizes outstanding achievement in some or all of the following: Company culture, Establishments of policies and procedures, Community Service.

Sponsored By:

Finalists:
Blue Door Support Services
Concierge Realty Group
Innovatex Solutions Inc.
Scotiabank

**

CHAIRPERSON’S AWARD OF MERIT
The Chairperson’s Award of Merit recognizes a business leader who has made a substantial impact in the Central York area.

Chair – Audrey Wach, RBC Royal Bank
Christopher Achkar, Achkar Law
Suzette Benoit, Newmarket African Caribbean Canadian Association (NACCA)
Nina Doiron, iSO Design™
Ashleigh Eldridge, Needham Promotions Inc.
Juliane Goyette, Riverwalk Wealth
Stephan Lafreniere , Schooley Mitchell
Tracy Munusami, Newmarket Public Library
Maggie O’Connor, Proper Measure Ontario Central Inc.
Jane Ramos, Scotiabank
Kirushna Raveenthirarasa, RBC Royal Bank
Christine Seidman, Upper Canada Mall