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U.S. Chamber Names Heritage Homes Blue Ribbon Award Winner
03/15/2012
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Heritage Homes of Fargo, North Dakota, was named a Blue Ribbon Small Business Award <http://www.uschambersummit.com/award> ® winner today by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. The company was recognized for its dedication to the principles of free enterprise and its contributions to restoring jobs and prosperity. “The recipients of this year’s Blue Ribbon Award excelled in business amid great uncertainty and thrived despite difficult economic times,” said Thomas J. Donohue, U.S. Chamber president and CEO. “More important than profits, their successes have provided much-needed jobs and hope to the people in their communities.” The awards program, sponsored by Sam’s Club®, honors companies that demonstrate excellent business practices in several areas, including strategy, employee development, community involvement, and customer service. “These award winners embody the spirit of American free enterprise,” said Donohue. “Today, the Chamber celebrates the positive impact made by Heritage Homes and is proud to recognize the company for its outstanding achievements.” This year’s 75 Blue Ribbon winners were selected from a record number of nationwide applicants and will be honored at America’s Small Business Summit 2012, May 21–23, in Washington, D.C. On March 15, seven of the Blue Ribbon recipients will be announced as award finalists, and one will be named the DREAM BIG Small Business of the Year during the summit. The winner will be presented with a $10,000 cash prize courtesy of the U.S. Chamber. Blue Ribbon businesses are also eligible for the Community Excellence Award <http://www.uschambersummit.com/ceaaward> , which will be decided in March through online public voting. In addition, 25 Free Enterprise Honorees <http://www.uschambersummit.com/award#honorees> were commended for their strong business practices and contributions to the economy.
Heritage Homes Named U.S. Chamber Award Winner
08/26/2011
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – March 1, 2011
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, two North Dakota businesses were chosen as U.S. Chamber of Commerce Blue Ribbon Small Business Award® winners. The winners were recognized for their critical role in job creation and economic growth and this award honors their strong commitment to their employees, customers, and community. “The recipients of this year’s Blue Ribbon Small Business Award are on the forefront of our economic recovery,” said Thomas J. Donohue, U.S. Chamber president and CEO. “These North Dakota companies represent our nation’s job creators, and this award recognizes their significant contributions to our economy.” The Blue Ribbon Small Business Award, sponsored by Sam’s Club®, honors businesses that demonstrate excellent business practices in several areas, including strategy, employee development, community involvement, and customer service. The North Dakota Blue Ribbon Winners include: “These award winners are committed to putting our nation back to work. Each has made important contributions to their employees and communities, and the Chamber is proud to recognize their achievements,” said Donohue. This year’s 75 Blue Ribbon winners were selected from a record number of nationwide applicants and will be honored at America’s Small Business Summit 2011, May 23–25, in Washington, D.C. On March 14, seven of the Blue Ribbon businesses will be announced as award finalists, and one will be named the DREAM BIG Small Business of the Year during America’s Small Business Summit. The winner will be presented with a $10,000 cash prize courtesy of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. Blue Ribbon businesses are also eligible for the Community Excellence Award, decided in March by online public voting. In addition, 25 Free Enterprise Honorees were commended for their strong business practices and contributions to the economy. The U.S. Chamber of Commerce is the world’s largest business federation representing the interests of more than 3 million businesses of all sizes, sectors, and regions, as well as state and local chambers and industry associations.
To learn more about America’s Small Business Summit, visit www.uschambersummit.com.
