Newark, DE – The Delaware Small Business Chamber is pleased to announce the winners of the 2023 Blue Ribbon Awards. These awards recognize small businesses in Delaware that have demonstrated exceptional customer service, ethics, innovation, and community involvement.
The winners for this year’s awards are as follows *(VC=Voter’s Choice JC=Judge’s Choice):
The Amy Eschenbrenner Best Home-Based Business VC – Coffee Rendezbrew
Best Customer Service JC Antique Alley of Bridgeville VC & JC Bing’s Bakery
Best Marketing VC ShopRite of Delaware JC Ole Tapas Lounge
Best Non Profit JC Children & Families First VC Delaware Hospice
Best Community Involvement VC Diamond State Financial JC Waste Master Solutions
Best Family Owned Business (at least 2nd generation of the original family that started the company) VC Woodside Farm Creamery
Best Man Owner VC Dave Wilderman – Wilderman Physical Therapy
Best Woman Owned VC Karen Feeley – Strano & Feeley Family Funeral Home
Emerging Business of the Year (in business less than two years VC In Jest Events
Best Restaurant VC Dom’s NY Style Pizzeria JC Timothy’s of Newark
Best Professional Company (lawyer. contractor, plumber, electrician, accountant etc.)
VC Enviro-Master of DE
Best Franchise VC Fish Window Cleaning – Wilmington
Best in New Castle County VC Bing’s Bakery
Best in Kent County VC Mobile Cloud Video Game Party
Best in Sussex County VC Arena’s Deli and Bar
Member/Ambassador of the Year Stephanie DiMartine – Children & Families First
John P McKay Jr Most Outstanding Individual Award Kathleen Wood – Delaware Hospice
Lifetime Achievement Award Peter Morrow
President’s Award for Business Excellence EDiS
“We are thrilled to recognize these outstanding businesses and entrepreneurs who have made a significant impact in our community,” said Bob Older, President of the Delaware Small Business Chamber. “Their hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence serve as an inspiration to all of us. It means even more that these awards are voted on by their peers.”
The winners were selected by nosiness owners and leaders by invitation only and by a panel of judges based on a variety of criteria, including reviews, innovation, leadership, and community involvement. The awards ceremony took place on April20 at the Delaware Small Business Chamber’s Annual Meeting and Blue Ribbon Awards Brunch at White Clay Creek Country club,.
“The Blue Ribbon Awards are a testament to the strength and resilience of the small business community in Delaware,” said Older. “We are proud to honor these exceptional businesses and entrepreneurs who have made a positive impact on our economy and our community.”
The Delaware Small Business Chamber is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting and supporting small businesses throughout Delaware. With members across the state, the DSBC provides resources, education, and networking opportunities to help local businesses grow and thrive. For more information, visitwww.DSBChamber.com.