2025 Industry Leader of the Year Award

Description: Presented to a business that exemplifies the spirit of innovation, entrepreneurship, and individual initiative in their industry (manufacturing, finance, health, retail, hospitality, etc.). Nominee should also show how the business has made a difference in the Southington community in a positive way from a professional and community engagement viewpoint.

Winners Circle: 2025 Honoree: Ralph Riccio – EOS Worldwide / Outgrow Advisors; 2024 Honoree: David Director – Connecticut Lighting Centers | 2023 Honoree: Rob Paradis – Junk Bear | 2022 Honoree: Kinsmen Brewing Company | (All listed honorees are current Chamber members.)

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2023 Industry Leader of the Year Award

Name of Person (you) Making the nomination: (please include all)

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Name of Person / Company being nominated (please include all)

What industry does this business represent?

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How long has the company been in business?

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Please provide a detailed description of why the nominee is deserving of this recognition. Be as specific as possible. Include what makes this company an outstanding leader in its industry. Describe its products, services, process and how they have helped influence the success of the company compared to others in the same industry. Did the processes and procedures for this company become standard or utilized by others in the industry.

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