U.S. Chamber Names Seven Regional Finalists for 2009 Small Business of the Year

2009 Small Business of the Year

WASHINGTON, D.C.—The U.S. Chamber of Commerce today selected seven regional finalists for America's Small Business of the Year Award. Each will be honored for their achievements at America's Small Business Summit 2009, May 11-13, in Washington, D.C.

The 2009 Small Business of the Year finalists by region are:

• Northwest: Meier Architecture • Engineering, Kennewick, WA
• Eastern: Charter School Business Management, New York, NY
• Midwest: Midland Information Resources, Davenport, IA
• Western: AGM Container Controls, Inc., Tucson, AZ
• Great Lakes: Abstract Displays Inc., Cincinnati, OH
• Southeastern: FACES DaySpa, Hilton Head Island, SC
• Southwest & South Central: Mammen Glass & Mirror, Inc., Irving, TX

"While operating in one of the most difficult economic environments of our lifetime, these finalists have exemplified the true spirit of American enterprise," said Thomas J. Donohue, the U.S. Chamber's president and CEO. "We are proud to recognize their exemplary efforts and hope that their success is contagious. It is an entrepreneurial drive like this that will rebuild our economy to be stronger than ever."

America's Small Business of the Year Award, sponsored by Sam's Club®, pays tribute to businesses showcasing exemplary business practices in the areas of staff training and motivation, community involvement, customer service, and business and financial planning.

To learn more about America's Small Business Summit, visit: www.uschambersummit.com/.

The U.S. Chamber is the world's largest business federation representing more than 3 million businesses and organizations of every size, sector, and region.

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