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Great examples of quality businesses The prestigious Abbotsford Business Excellence Awards was once again a highly popular event, attended by more than 500 people on Nov. 23. Staged by the Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce, the 16th annual evening at Tradex featured special guests including departing Mayor George Peary and a number of Abbotsford councillors. Guests were treated to a fine
dinner by the Tradex staff and Lori’s Catering. Decor at the Abbotsford Airport venue was provided by Bev Johnson with Celebrate the Moment. Opening the ceremonies was MC Allan Asaph, chair of the Business Excellence Awards Committee, who called attention to this year’s 82 superb nominees. In recognition of his outstanding
contribution to the awards evening, Asaph was presented a plaque by Chamber of Commerce president Patrick Giesbrecht, who also made the awards presentations with Abbotsford News publisher Andrew Franklin following a performance by the Business in Black dance troupe. The 11 awards recipients were chosen by a panel of 33 dedicated judges from the community, who
conducted interviews with each of the nominees. The Award Recipients were invited to the stage to receive their plaques from the category sponsors. After the first eight awards were received, ventriloquist Michael Harrison entertained the crowd with a laughter-inducing range of characters and audience participation events.
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Thank You to Everyone Who Nominated Us! Nominee: Established Business of the Year (1-19 employees) The nominee demonstrates a high degree of professionalism and performance. They are a leader in their field of expertise or industry sector and have a passion for innovation. The business responds to adversity with professional grace, shows a high level of concern for the community and has elements of social enterprise in their corporate culture. CARE, QUALITY & COMMITMENT TO YOUR REPAIR IS OUR #1 PRIORITY
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Home-Based Business
And the award goes to…
CLAYBURN PET HOSPITAL
OF THE YEAR AWARD
Clayburn Pet Hospital offers a full range of medical and surgical services to their small animal patients, including cutting edge laser therapy, laser surgery, ultrasound, digital radiography and a full in-house lab.
Sponsored by
CLICK MEDIA
This award is granted to a home-based business that has demonstrated excellence and quality in their product and/or service.
Their knowledgeable and caring veterinary staff can answer questions and guide people in making difficult decisions about their pets’ veterinary health care. Rick Rake, Co-owner of Click Media, presents the Award for Home-Based Business of the Year to Dr Katz Piller of Clayburn Pet Hospital.
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Chamber of Commerce
Retailer Business
And the award goes to…
SIMPLY PERFECT FLOWERS
OF THE YEAR AWARD
The staff of Simply Perfect Flowers is passionate about flowers and it shows in the unique and beautiful designs they create.
Sponsored by
PROSPERA CREDIT UNION
Each arrangement produced by Simply Perfect Flowers truly is a work of art with distinct colours, textures, and scents.
This award is granted to a business that has demonstrated outstanding achievement in the retail sector.
Their staff continually work to keep their skills and knowledge current by attending symposiums on the local and national levels. Trudi Kloepper, Senior Vice President, Personal Financial Services of Prospera Credit Union, presents the award for Retailer Business of the Year to Alexis Hull of Simply Perfect Flowers.
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From the welcoming dog water bowl at the front door to the cheerful and ever-helpful staff, all pets are treated as part of the family. Dogs are greeted with treats and cats are appeased with naturally calming pheromones. Many of their clients find that their dogs are excited to visit Clayburn Pet Hospital!
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The hospital’s park-like, home-based setting lies in the heart of Clayburn Village.
Working on their staff, Simply Perfect has two of the 100 designers in all of Canada that are accredited members of the American Institute of Floral Designers. They are also a huge supporter of community functions and organizations, including Canuck Place and the Crystal Gala.
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TD congratulates Mt. Lehman Winery on winning the “Agricultural & Agri-Business Excellence� Award. TD Canada Trust Agriculture Services in Abbotsford is working together with the Abbotsford Business Excellence Awards to a make a difference in our communities.
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Manufacturing & Production Business
And the award goes to…
NEW WORLD TECHNOLOGIES New World Technologies was founded and incorporated by Dan and Lynda Provost in Abbotsford in 1994. They started simple, manufacturing torque wrenches in the garage of their home.
OF THE YEAR AWARD Sponsored by
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT BANK OF CANADA
This award is granted to a business that has demonstrated outstanding achievement manufacturing or producing a product.
Since that time, they have experienced annual growth of approximately 20%.
Nazreen Mohammed (right), Senior Account Manager, of the Business Development Bank of Canada, presents the award for Manufacturing & Production Business of the Year to Dan Provost of New World Technologies.
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Their product lines are used in a variety of industries worldwide. You may recognize some of their key customers as Boeing, Rolls Royce, Shell, the US Navy, and the US Army.
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Agriculture & Agri-Business
And the award goes to…
MT LEHMAN WINERY Since opening 2 years ago, Mt Lehman Winery has carved a lasting reputation for themselves in the BC wine industry.
OF THE YEAR AWARD
This year, the winery was awarded the prestigious and coveted Lieutenant Governors Award for excellence for their Viognier. The Lieutenant Governors Award is undoubtedly the most competitive wine award in the province and attracts entries from all of BC’s top wineries.
Sponsored by
TD CANADA TRUST
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Product development and enhancement is key to their success and market presence. They have 6 engineers on staff to research and develop their high power precision pneumatic and electronic torque guns.
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This award is granted to a business that is considered a leader in their industry and has made a positive contribution to agriculture in Abbotsford.
New World Technologies now has over 50 employees at 3 production facilities in Abbotsford including many highly skilled machinists and technicians. The company also has corporate offices in Holland and Australia.
Karen Landon, District Manager Agricultural Services of TD Canada Trust, presents the award for Agriculture & Agri Business of the Year to Vern Siemens of Mt Lehman Winery.
Mt Lehman Winery is owned and operated by the Siemens family and currently produces approximately 1500 cases of wine. The farm is 75 acres, with just 17 acres in vines, so there is a lot of room for expansion as this business continues to grow. Mt Lehman Winery attracts a lot of visitors that want to try the wines and tour the vineyard and farm, The Siemens family treats these visits as an opportunity to make a lasting impression on guests so they will remember the wines and Abbotsford.
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Consumer Services Business
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BOOSTER JUICE Booster Juice South Fraser Gate has been serving customers in Abbotsford since March 2009. It is owned by the Westbrook family of Abbotsford who also own and operate the location at Whatcom Road in addition to 10 other locations in BC and Alberta.
OF THE YEAR AWARD Sponsored by
SEVENOAKS SHOPPING CENTRE
This award is granted to a business in any sector that provides outstanding services to individual consumers.
Booster Juice’s mission is to provide customers with a healthy alternative to fast food.
Wendy Shultz (right), General Manager of Sevenoaks Shopping Centre, presents the award for Consumer Services Business of the Year to Daryl Verbeek & Kim Gibson of Booster Juice.
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Chamber of Commerce
The Abbotsford Booster Juice location has adopted the core values of Having Fun, Being Positive, Being Open and Honest, Being the Best and Making a Difference in everything they do. Their commitment to making a difference is evident in the many ways that they support the community through school lunch programs, fitness clubs and activities, numerous charities and other areas that promote active and healthy lifestyles.
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Business Services
And the award goes to…
RELEVENTION MARKETING INC
OF THE YEAR AWARD
In September 2007, Braden Douglas established Relevention Marketing in order to fill the need for creative, results-based marketing in the Fraser Valley.
Sponsored by
FIRSTBASE SERVICES
Positioned as a full-service marketing agency, their primary focus is the creation of relevant marketing strategy and inventive execution.
This award is granted to a business in any sector that provides outstanding services to other businesses.
Today, Relevention Marketing has grown from a two-person home basement business, to a busy, driven and flourishing 13 member operation. Greg Spafford, Managing Director of Firstbase Services, presents the award for Business Services of the Year to Braden Douglas of Relevention Marketing.
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Relevention Marketing specializes in the creation of annual marketing plans, promotional strategies, brand identity systems and complete brand launches from concept through to market launch. Locally, Relevention Marketing has worked with Lepp Farm Market, Silver Hills Bakery, the Hardy Real Estate Team, Globe Printers, Columbia Bible College and MEI.
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HOME-BASED BUSINESS EXCELLENCE Sponsored by Click Media Works Beverly Linley, Independent Representative of Silpada Designs Clayburn Pet Hospital Crosspoint Communications K9H2O Vidtek Battery Canada
Dan Klassen - Triple I Web Solutions Dustin Russell - LAunch Menswear Jake Kostelyk - Mountainside Renovations Ranj Takhar - RE/MAX Little Oak Realty Summer Dotinga - Nine
RETAILER EXCELLENCE Sponsored by Prospera Credit Union
NON PROFIT ORGANIZATION OF THE YEAR Sponsored by Baker Newby LLP, Lawyers
Mac & Mango Rick’s Appliance Centre Simply Perfect Flowers The Bay TimeMaster Jewellers Ltd. Whatcom Wine & Spirits
MANUFACTURING & PRODUCTION EXCELLENCE Sponsored by Business Development Bank of Canada Canadian Furniture Mfg. Ltd. ChocolaTas Clearbrook Iron Works Ltd. Commonwealth Automation Technologies Inc. Innotech Windows + Doors New World Technologies Profire Emergency Equipment Inc. Silver Hills Bakery Ltd.
AGRICULTURAL & AGRI-BUSINESS EXCELLENCE Sponsored by TD Canada Trust Agriculture Services Goat's Pride Dairy Maan Farms Mt Lehman Winery Sumas Lake Aquafarm Ltd. Valley Pulp & Sawdust Carriers Ltd.
CONSUMER SERVICES EXCELLENCE Sponsored by Sevenoaks Shopping Centre AutoMind Collision Abbotsford Booster Juice Brenda Evans, PREC (RE/MAX Little Oak Realty) European Day Spa & Salon Hunt Security Systems Inc. M&M Meat Shops - McMillan Road Massey's Automotive Sevenoaks Cleaners Shear Performance Barbershop The Goddess Movements Studios
BUSINESS SERVICES EXCELLENCE Sponsored by Firstbase Services Ltd. Baskets by Choice Bourquin Printers and Signs Ocean Stationery & Office Supplies PC Systemworks Relevention Marketing Inc. Smart Office Solutions Vin65
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ESTABLISHED BUSINESS OF THE YEAR (1-19 EMPLOYEES) Sponsored by KPMG Enterprise Abbey Collision Ltd. Abbotsford Expedia CruiseShipCenters Abby Country Motors Arvid’s Auto Care Canaccord Wealth Management Coastal Pacific Aviation Ltd. Maximum Collision Maxine’s Wigs & Toupees Restaurant 62 Tracycakes Bakery Café
ESTABLISHED BUSINESS OF THE YEAR (20+ EMPLOYEES) Sponsored by The Abbotsford News Assante Wealth Management Blackwood Building Centre Ltd Phantom Screens PriceSmart Foods Ramada Plaza & Conference Centre RDM Lawyers Valley Countertop Industries Ltd. Vanderpol Food Group
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Abbotsford Children's Theatre Abbotsford Restorative Justice and Advocacy Association Big Brothers Big Sisters Canuck Place Cyrus Centre Fraser Valley Child Development Centre St. John Ambulance The Abbotsford Heat Foundation The Reach Gallery Museum Abbotsford The Salvation Army
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Thanks to Relevention and Macadams Law Firm for their Platinum sponsorship
Thanks to the following companies for their Gold sponsorship: • • • • • • • • • • •
Click Media Works Prospera Credit Union Business Development Bank of Canada TD Canada Trust Agriculture Services Sevenoaks Shopping Centre Firstbase Services Ltd. The three Rotary Clubs of Abbotsford Baker Newby LLP, Lawyers Tradex KMPG Enterprise The Abbotsford News
Thanks to the following companies for their Silver sponsorship: • • • • • • • •
Abbotsford Int’l Airport - YXX Abbotsford Printing BMO Bank of Montreal Envision Financial Lotusland Vineyard Payfirma RBC Royal Bank ServiceMaster Clean of the Fraser Valley
Business in Black sponsor: Wilway Lumbar
Councillor Patricia Ross and J.O. Trethewey.
Brenda Evans Real Estate Consultant, PREC
Congratulations to all the Nominees and Recipients of the 2011 Business of Excellence Awards!
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The Rotary Clubs of Abbotsford, Abbotsford-Matsqui and Abbotsford-Sumas are proud sponsors of the
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PICTURES FROM TOP TO BOTTOM: Abbotsford-Sumas Rotary Club members, accompanied by the Abbotsford Heat mascot, ‘Hawkey’, celebrate the opening of Grant Park which they have helped build. Members of the Rotary Club of Abbotsford lend a hand to help support the 25th Anniversary of the Centre of Hope here in Abbotsford. (L-R: Mike Bryant, Harvey Goodwin, (President) Martin Silverstein, Doris Woodman-McMillan and Bruce Beck) The Rotary Club of Abbotsford presents a cheque to the Abbotsford Hospice Society to assist with the development of the Campus of Care here in Abbotsford. Proceeds came from the very success Rotary Million Dollar Hole in One Event held every year in June. (L-R: Harvey Goodwin, (President) Martin Silverstein and Debbie Lehmann) The Rotary Club of Abbotsford helps out with some handy projects around Zajac Ranch. Zajac Ranch for Children provides a summer camp experience to children with life-threating illnesses or chronic disabilities. Recipients of the Don Funk Memorial Award the past four years who represent all three Abbotsford Rotary Clubs. All four individuals represent the best of Rotary and the wonderful community work all four do in the name of Rotary. (L-R: Bert Van Dalfsen, Wendy Neufeld, Dave Robinson, and Ken Funk.) Members of the AbbotsfordMatsqui Rotary Club involved in the Annual Wine Festival & silent Auction. (L-R: Matthew Robinson (President), Neal Doan, Mike Welte, Aird Flavelle)
ROTARY – MORNING, NOON & NIGHT For more information on the important work that Rotary is doing in the City of Abbotsford and how you can enjoy some excellent fellowship you are invited to attend a meeting by contacting club members at any time.
ABBOTSFORD-SUMAS ROTARY CLUB Wednesdays @ 7:00 am Cascade Community Church 35190 Delair Road www.abbotsfordsumasrotary.org
ABBOTSFORD-MATSQUI ROTARY CLUB Thursdays @ 6:00 pm abc Restaurant 32080 Marshall Road www.abbotsfordmatsquirotary.com
ABBOTSFORD ROTARY CLUB Tuesdays @ 12 noon Cascade Community Church 35190 Delair Road www.abbotsfordrotary.com
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Eric Vanderham Young Entrepreneur
And the award goes to…
DUSTIN RUSSELL LAUNCH MENSWEAR
OF THE YEAR AWARD
While still in high school, Dustin Russell had his official start in the fashion industry as an intern for Banana Republic. It was then that he recognized his passion for fashion.
Sponsored by
THE THREE ROTARY CLUBS OF ABBOTSFORD
This award is granted to a young individual, age 30 or under, who has demonstrated exceptional entrepreneurial skills in building his/her own business, or as part of an existing business.
After working and training with Burberry in London and other European fashion designers, Dustin’s dream of opening his own men’s retail store was born. Matt Robinson, Martin Silverstein & Wendy Neufeld from the Rotary Clubs of Abbotsford, present the Eric Vanderham Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award to Dustin Russell of LAunch Menswear.
His passion for helping men dress better along with the belief that men need a different type of retail environment prompted him to open LAunch Menswear in downtown Abbotsford. To diversify his business, Dustin recently launched a new online store and fashion advice website for men.
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Dustin has demonstrated a keen entrepreneurial ability to create and operate his contemporary business.
Non-Profit Business
And the award goes to…
CYRUS CENTRE
OF THE YEAR AWARD
Responding to a proven need in the City of Abbotsford, Cyrus Centre was created to provide a store front resource for youth where their basic needs could be met.
Sponsored by
BAKER NEWBY
This award is granted to a non-profit organization, charity or society that has made a significant contribution to make our community a better place to live, work or do business.
PRESENTED BY
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Ron Kelly (right), Partner at Baker Newby, presents the award for Non-Profit Business of the Year to Les Talvio of Cyrus Centre.
To accomplish this Cyrus Centre is open 7 days a week 24 hours a day including statutory holidays. The youth who utilize their services come from all walks of life, some are homeless, street entrenched, sexually exploited, affected by poverty, yet others seek out the Cyrus Centre because they feel they don’t belong or don’t fit in elsewhere. The Centre’s services extend beyond teens to include the whole family as well as siblings and babies of teen moms. Instead of relying on government funding, Cyrus Centre is solely supported by the community’s businesses, service groups, churches and citizens alike.
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THANK YOU ABBOTSFORD! Thank you to everyone who nominated us in the category of
ESTABLISHED BUSINESS OF THE YEAR JOE FAUCHON, STORE MANAGER
We are honoured and wish to extend congratulations to our fellow nominees and recipients.
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Patrick Giesbrecht (right), Chair of Business Excellence Awards 2011, presents an Award of Recognition to Allan Asaph for his contributions.
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Dan Stefanson (right), Executive Director of TRADEX, presents the award for New Business of the Year to Bryan Heidinger of Paper Nation.
New Business OF THE YEAR AWARD Sponsored by
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This award is granted to a “new business” established within the last 3 years, that has demonstrated outstanding characteristics in all areas such as performance, leadership, innovation, management, marketing and service.
And the award goes to…
PAPER NATION Launched October 2010 in Historic Downtown Abbotsford, Paper Nation offers everything from hand-made decorative paper and cutting-edge crafting tools to unique journals and lovely stationery - it’s all at the customer’s fingertips.
Above and beyond their range of unique products, Paper Nation hosts classes where students can learn new techniques and create beautiful projects under the guidance of a local instructor.
“the heart of Paper Nation is the customer experience”
Gift-givers can find a perfect gift for a stationery lover and brides-to-be are inspired to create wedding invitations as unique as they are.
But the heart of Paper Nation is the customer experience. The décor, the music, the seasonal scent in the air, the bright and colourful products and of course the friendly staff all welcome the guest to ensure a great experience.
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Tim Holloway, Partner at KPMG (right), presents the award for Established Business of the Year (1-19 employees) to Carl Jamieson of Maximum Collision.
Established Business OF THE YEAR AWARD (1-19 EMPLOYEES) Sponsored by
KPMG ENTERPRISE
This award is granted to a business established more than 3 years, that has demonstrated outstanding characteristics in all areas such as performance, leadership, innovation, management, marketing and service.
And the award goes to…
MAXIMUM COLLISION After enjoying many business successes in the South Surrey market with the original “Maximum Collision” location, Carl Jamieson decided to expand to a second location and 14 years ago Abbotsford’s Maximum was born!
approach to collision repair and their staff of 12 are always searching for additional ways to enhance their customer’s experience.
“a unique and modern approach to collision repair”
Specializing in automotive collision repair and refinishing, the company is equipped to handle all Passenger vehicles, Trucks, Panel Vans and Trailers.
Maximum Collision has made great efforts to reduce their waste and use environmentally friendly products whenever possible.
They are committed to the community and support a variety of local charities and sports organizations.
Maximum Collision has a unique and modern
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Andrew Holota (right), Editor of the Abbotsford News presents the award for Established Business of the Year (20+ employees) to (L-R) Paul Ackah-Sanzah, Particia Bradshaw and Esther DeWolde of Phantom Screens.
Established Business OF THE YEAR AWARD (20+ EMPLOYEES) Sponsored by
THE ABBOTSFORD NEWS
This award is granted to a business established more than 3 years that has demonstrated outstanding characteristics in all areas such as performance, leadership, innovation, management, marketing and service.
And the award goes to…
PHANTOM SCREENS Since its founding in 1992 Phantom Screens has grown to become North America’s leading provider of retractable screen solutions for residential and commercial applications.
has built a network of Authorized Distributors throughout North America and is rapidly expanding internationally.
“A culture of innovation permeates the company”
Phantom’s products have been recognized as a better alternative to conventional screens, and bring a new level of form and function to screening doors, windows and oversized openings including patios and verandahs.
A culture of innovation permeates the company, extending well beyond the research and development of new products.
Phantom Screens believes in supporting the communities they do business in and thus support a variety of local and national charity events and organizations.
From its base in Abbotsford, the company
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Thank you For the part you’ve played in helping Phantom Screens win our 2011 Business Excellence Award - we couldn’t have done it without your dedication.
Andrew Tam
Gord Woykin
Andy Teichrieb
April Gerbrandt
Ashley Johannesson
Bev Newman
Richard Liddle
Emma Giesbrecht
Brent Foster
Christine Pool
Thomas Culbert
Colleen Severson
Craig Lovell
Dana L’Heureux
Jeannetta Dykstra
Darcy Puri
David Clayton
Bobbie Lalli
Harmit Bhullar
Helin Lado
Jennifer Kampman
Thanks to your hard work and skills, Phantom Screens has stood the test of time and is still winning awards nearly twenty years after our company started.
Carissa Kampman
Ryan Whiteman
Catherine Dykshoorn
Hannah Blackmon
Harley Rafter
Joe Mareci
Jason Baddock
David Makara
Jolanta Grzesiak
Kelly Wall
Jamey Zornow
Jeret Unger
Nelson Rioux
Katharyn McSween
Levon Symonds
Nicole Jackson
Bill Hahn
Martin Loffler
Andrew Matheson
Sean Falys
Tim Aradi
Phantom Screens is much more than a business brand or faceless corporation. Our foundation of values is firm and supports our role as a corporate citizen in the heart of our community. Holly Wells
Jacob Davis
Jake McKinnon
You are a collection of talented, dedicated and big hearted people. Thank you. On behalf of the board and management team, I want to express our appreciation for all that you do.
Jason Dickman
Daniel Vander Molen
Meagan King
Kristina Kinakin
Leon Desabrais
Lorraine Dykshoorn
Niki Depew
Olicia Biech
Terry Van Oort
Patricia Bradshaw
Robert St. Louis
Surinder Hayer
Eduard Tielmann
Paul Ackah-Sanzah
Tom Baker
Robyn Mooney
Tom Lang
William Schlueter
Rachel Tops
Carrie Vanderwal
Scott Vander Molen
Richard Belcham
Sonia Cheema
Robert Zarowski
Susan Metivier
Tyler Page
Vikas Sharma
Tanis Patenaude
Josh Isaak
William Folstad
Ryan Vos
Christopher McDonald
Thomas Rees
Rachel Schellenberg
C. Esther DeWolde, CEO
Ron Somers
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