2024 Business Excellence Awards
Saturday, September 14th
The Business Excellence Awards recognize the organizations, businesses, employees, and volunteers that help make up the foundation of our community. They exhibit exceptional leadership, innovation, and overall outstanding achievement in their industry.
Each member of the Dryden District Chamber of Commerce is allowed to submit a vote for each category.
If you or your business are not yet a member but would like to vote you can become a member by completing the intake form found under the “Become a Member” tab in the navigation menu above.
September 2025
Customer Service, Retail Sector: Karen Mol, Cloverbelt Country Meats
Customer Service, Service Sector: Kyle Hallson, MLRH Repairs Inc.
Tourism Excellence: Mike Readman – Best Western and Best Western Plus Dryden Hotel and Conference Centre and Liz Gould & Carrie Doherty, We Run This City
Mentorship: Patricia Area Community Endeavours
Fresh New Image: Karli Thomas Hair Salon
Community Spirit: Michelle Walter, Dryden & District Museum
Health & Wellness: Carly Brown, Lokah Sangha Yoga
Rising Star: Logan Scott, Adult & Teen Challenge of Central Canada
People’s Choice: Heidi Warren, Wildflower Boutique
Young Business Leader: Brendan McDonald, Boreal Audiology & Hearing
New Business Excellence: Heidi Warren, Wildflower Boutique
Business Leader of the Year: Benjamin Feagin, AgriTech North and Heidi Warren, Wildflower Boutique
Business of the Year: LAMA Self-Care Centre
Thank you to our sponsors for making the 2024 Business Excellence Awards Possible!
