Manitoba Chamber of Commerce
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6 WINTER 2018 35TH MANITOBA BUSINESS AWARDS F or the past three decades, the Manitoba Chambers of Commerce (MCC) has celebrated the best of our province's business community, and on Friday, Oct. 26, that tradition continued. The 35th Manitoba Business Awards were presented in front of a record crowd at the Fairmont Hotel, and hosted by Global National anchor and Manitoba's own Dawna Friesen. Each year, the awards celebrate the diverse businesses that make up our growing sectors. With finalists representing all corners of Manitoba, the awards also recognize the contributions of companies and individuals that make a lasting impact on our province. At the 35th edition, a company that gave diners a way to enjoy a meal from their favourite restaurant with the push of a button took home two awards, including MCC's Business of the Year. SkipTheDishes has grown by leaps and bounds since its inception in 2012, and its expanding foothold in Winnipeg's Exchange District shows the company is future focused. "It's the stories of Manitoba businesses that never cease to amaze me," said MCC President and CEO Chuck Davidson. "When you see the innovative men and women leading companies and driving change, it is a reminder of how strong our business sector is and can be in the future." WE RECOGNIZE AND CELEBRATE THE WINNERS OF THE 35TH MANITOBA BUSINESS AWARDS: ABDO (ALBERT) EL TASSI Lieutenant Governor Awards – Individual, Presented by Bell MTS A well-known businessman and philanthropist, Albert works tirelessly to promote understanding, tolerance and respect, not only in Winnipeg but globally. He has called Winnipeg home since 1969, when he started out in the shipping department of Peerless Garments Ltd. As of June 2006, he has been President and CEO of Peerless Garments LP, a manufacturer and importer carrying two main businesses — leather and cold-weather garments. For over 45 years, he has worked closely with Department of National Defence staff on the design and development of specialized garments for the military. CELEBRATING THE 35TH MANITOBA BUSINESS AWARDS GROWING DELIVERY SERVICE ORDERS UP TWO AWARDS AT MILESTONE MCC GALA BY CORY KOLT