Second Consecutive Blue Ribbon Small Business award received
WASHINGTON, D.C.—For the second year in a row, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce named Rich Duncan Construction, Inc. of Salem, OR, a Blue Ribbon Small Business Award winner. The annual program recognizes companies for their dedication to the principles of free enterprise and contributions to restoring jobs and supporting economic growth. Rich Duncan Construction, the only Oregon-based nominated company, was selected from a record number of applicants across the nation. This company demonstrates exceptional business practices in areas including strategic planning, employee development, community involvement, and customer service. For more information about the company, its projects and community service, visit their website.
“As the business community has worked hard to do its part in moving the country forward economically, small businesses have continued to be the driving force responsible for much of our progress,” U.S. Chamber President and CEO Thomas J. Donohue said. “Our Blue Ribbon Award winners are the best of the best; growing and succeeding despite significant challenges.”
The Chamber will announce seven regional finalists on March 19 and honor all of this year’s Blue Ribbon winners at the 10th annual America’s Small Business Summit, taking place June 11 – 13 in Washington, D.C. During the summit, one regional finalist will receive the DREAM BIG Small Business of the Year Award, sponsored by Sam’s Club®, and a $10,000 cash prize courtesy of the U.S. Chamber. I n 2013, Rich Duncan Construction was named the Northwest regional finalist and Rich Duncan, President, and Nate Cooke, VP Operations, traveled to Washington, D.C. to attend the summit and accept this honor.
“The Chamber is proud to honor these outstanding small businesses for their contributions to the country’s economic recovery and continued hard work in their communities,” Donohue continued. “They represent the creativity, the determination, and the resilience of the U.S. business community and are examples of the enormous potential of businesses and employees across the country.”
A complete list of this year’s Blue Ribbon Small Business Award winners is available here.