By Aspire Economic Development + Chamber Alliance
Aspire Economic Development + Chamber Alliance has announced the finalists and winners for its business awards. Aspire’s Business Success Award recognizes those that demonstrate qualified success and creativity in the face of adversity. And its Excellence in Talent Award spotlights employers demonstrating excellence in talent recruitment and retention. Winners in each category were revealed at “Celebrate Aspire” on April 28. The event, sponsored by Franklin College, was held at The Garment Factory in Franklin.
“Business success does not come easy,” said Aspire President + CEO Christian Maslowski. “Business leaders navigate ever-changing technology, shifting consumer trends, supply chain disruptions, labor competition and macroeconomic pressures.”
“Aspire’s award finalists are notable examples of overcoming obstacles and perseverance. And with respect to talent development, which is at the top of every business leader’s mind, our finalists implemented process changes and expanded recruitment teams to create unique solutions that are producing results.”
Aspire’s 2022 business awards are presented by Citizens Bank and Indiana Members Credit Union.
Winners and finalists by award and category are:
Business Success Award
Business Success, Small Companies (1-49 Employees)
WINNER: Hoosier Brewing
Finalists:
Bargersville Wellness
Crown Staffing
Duke Homes
Business Success, Large Companies (50+ Employees)
WINNER: AECOM Hunt
Finalist: Indiana Foundation Services
Business Success, Nonprofits
WINNER: Festival Country Indiana
Finalists:
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Indiana
Habitat for Humanity of Johnson County
Resources of Hope
Excellence in Talent Developmental Award
Excellence in Talent Development, Small Employers (1-49 Employees)
WINNER: ALL IN Painting
Finalists:
Airtomic LLC
Bargersville Wellness
Duke Homes
Dynamic Music Services
Excellence in Talent Development, Large Employers (50+ Employees)
WINNER: AECOM Hunt
Finalists:
California Custom Fruits & Flavors
The Garrett Companies