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Toronto Region Board of Trade Congratulates our 2014 Business Excellence Award Winners(Canada Newswire Via Acquire Media NewsEdge) TORONTO, Nov. 6, 2014 /CNW/ - At a gala event this evening Toronto Region Board of Trade announced the winners of its 2014 Business Excellence Awards, presented by Salesforce. Winners and nominees were honoured for their business success and their impact and contribution to the local community. Eligible companies had annual revenues up to $50-million and an employee base of no more than 500 people and winners were selected by a panel of judges. This year's winners are: 2015 Business Leader Saul Korman, Korry's Clothiers Employer of the Year BNOTIONS Business of the Year, Global Reach Viso Inc. Business of the Year, Local Economic Impact Ripley's Aquarium of Canada Business of the Year, Community Service csr eco solutions Emerging Entrepreneur of the Year Diana Goodwin, AquaMobile Swim School Under 30 Derek Rider, Media One Creative Inc. Business of the Year, Sustainability Compugen Finance Inc. "Celebrating business excellence is a wonderful reason to come together," said Darren Nippard, a member of the Toronto Region Board of Trade's board of directors, at the event. "This year's winners have started new businesses, been innovative, grown their businesses locally and abroad, and given back immeasurably to their community. We're honoured to celebrate their success." The gala was held at Toronto Don Valley Hotel & Suites and the Master of Ceremonies was Global News reporter Angie Seth. About Toronto Region Board of Trade (www.bot.com) Founded in 1845, Toronto Region Board of Trade is the chamber of commerce for Canada's largest urban centre, connecting more than 12,000 members and 250,000 business professionals and influencers throughout the Toronto region. The Board fuels the economic, social and cultural vitality of the entire Toronto region by fostering powerful collaborations among business, government, thought leaders, and community builders. Toronto Region Board of Trade plays a vital role in elevating the quality of life and global competitiveness of Canada's largest urban centre. Follow us at @TorontoRBOT. SOURCE Toronto Region Board of Trade |