(West Hartford, CT) – Do you know a reputable business leader or company in Connecticut that year after year has demonstrated outstanding leadership skills in the workplace and community? If so, you are invited to nominate that individual or organization for induction into the Connecticut Business Hall of Fame “Class of 2007.”
The Connecticut Business Hall Of Fame is now accepting nominations of Connecticut companies and business leaders through February 1, 2008, for induction into the Connecticut Business Hall of Fame “Class of 2007.”
Nominations may be made online, via the Connecticut Business Hall Of Fame Web site, at www.ctbhof.com, for nine categories including business leaders from small, medium and large size businesses; companies of various sizes; nonprofit organizations;
General qualifications for individuals include 15 or more years as business professional, accomplished leadership role, exceptional community and civic involvement, and a unique success story to tell. The qualifications for companies include operations for 10 or more years, community involvement and a proven record as an industry leader.
Selected by an awards committee established by the Connecticut Business Hall Of Fame, the winners will be honored at the Connecticut Business Hall Of Fame’s Second Annual Induction Awards ceremony in March 2008.
“Connecticut is fortunate to be the home of many business leaders and companies that have a long record of successful management, expertise and business skills. The Connecticut Business Hall of Fame wants to honor them for their notable achievements in their industries and their communities,”
After receiving hundreds of nominations last year, the Connecticut Business Hall Of Fame selected one company and four business leaders as its first class of inductees in March 2007:
• SUBWAY Restaurants, Milford, CT, www.subway.com;
• Herb Barker, chairman, Barker Specialty Company, Cheshire, CT, www.barkerspecialty.com;
• Barry Berman, president, and S. Richard Kalt, executive vice president, CRN International, Hamden, CT, www.crnradio.com;
• John B. Farnham, executive director, Associated General Contractors of Connecticut, Wethersfield, CT, www.ctconstruction.org.
“I was surprised and honored to be recognized as one of the Connecticut Business Hall of Fame’s first group of inductees,” said Farnham. “Becoming a permanent member of the Connecticut Business Hall of Fame has brought my association a new level of prestige, and I look forward to welcoming the Class of 2007 in March 2008.”
Dresner added, “The basic mission of the Connecticut Business Hall Of Fame is not only to recognize the outstanding companies and business leaders in the state, but also to promote education, economic development and progress. Through an increase in commerce and corporate activities, the living standards and quality of life for all Connecticut residents can improve, and families can prosper.”
The Connecticut Business Hall Of Fame showcases successful companies and business leaders through business networking and industry events that are held throughout the state. The organization partners with private and public organizations, associations and corporations to promote economic development and new ideas in the marketplace. For more information, visit www.ctbhof.com.
