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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Exploits Chamber of Commerce Announces Winners of the 25th Annual Business Excellence Awards
GRAND FALLS-WINDSOR, NL – [November 6, 2025] – The Exploits Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the winners of the eleven award categories and this year’s Hall of Fame inductee, recognized during the 25th Annual Exploits Chamber Business Excellence Awards.
The awards banquet was held this evening in Grand Falls-Windsor and marked a milestone celebration of business achievement, community leadership, and entrepreneurial excellence across the Exploits region.
The event was proudly presented in partnership with Doane Grant Thornton, the Presenting Sponsor for this year’s awards.
Award Winners for 2025:
- Small Business of the Year Award – Meghan Ashley Design
- Ambassador Award – Lionel Kelland Hospice
- Businessperson of the Year Award – Preston Pardy
- Business of the Year Award – Superior Glove
- The Indigenous Award – Riverfront Chalet
- Accessibility & Inclusion Leadership Award – Classic Theater
- Helping Hands Award – Grand Falls-Windsor Community Kitchen
- Customer Service Award – Sharon’s Sales & Service
- The Personal Excellence Award – Samantha Kearley
- Business Growth Award – Essence Medical
- Youth Entrepreneur Award – Matt & Mike Strong
Hall of Fame Inductee:
- Central Training Academy
The Exploits Chamber extends its congratulations to all award recipients and expresses appreciation to the sponsors, partners, and attendees who helped make this year’s event a success.
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Media Contact:
Gary Hennessey
Exploits Chamber of Commerce
Phone: 709-489-7512 [email protected]
