On Thursday, the Small Business Enterprise Centre spent the evening recognizing local businesses with the Elgin & St. Thomas Small Business Awards.
The Bridges to Better Business event saw a night full of local excellence, from the TASTE of Elgin County and St. Thomas Food Showcase to the awards given out to deserving small businesses.
The 15th annual event capped off with a special performance by Steven Page, co-founder and former vocalist of Barenaked Ladies.
Thirteen businesses and individuals were honoured during the awards portion of the evening.
This year’s winners include…
Elgin County Economic Development Award – Guenther Homes
Inspirational Entrepreneur – Gen Kroeker: Seed Confections
Promising New Start Up – Lake House Books
Libro Award – Sparta Country Candles
Elgin County Small Business Award – Burke’s Produce
St. Thomas Small Business Award – Steelhead Food Co.
Starter Company Plus Award – Wing Boyz
Summer Company Award – Em’s Jams
Under 40 Business Leadership Award – Amber Henry: At Your Bake & Call
Horton Farmers Market Award – Our Fields
St. Thomas Downtown Development Award – Suzanne Faris
St. Thomas Economic Development Award – Impressions Printing
Lifetime Business Achievement Award – Howe Family Farms
Be sure to visit our Facebook Page for more videos and photos from the night!
Written by: K. Freeman