SPECTRUM STAFFING WINS 2018 MOVERS & MAKERS MVP AWARD
2018 Movers & Makers Awards Winners Announced
(GWINNETT-METRO ATLANTA) March 29, 2018 – Partnership Gwinnett, in collaboration with Gwinnett Technical College, announced the winners of its 7th Annual Movers & Makers Awards during a ceremony hosted March 29 at the Infinite Energy Forum.
The Movers & Makers Awards, presented by Jackson EMC, is the County’s annual recognition of exceptional Gwinnett-based companies involved in the manufacturing, processing, or distribution of tangible products. The program was attended by more than 350 community leaders and industry experts and is the largest event of its kind in the state of Georgia.
“Manufacturing and supply chain companies play a vital part in strengthening our local economy,” said Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners Chairman, Charlotte Nash. “This year’s honorees have contributed substantially to our community and we look forward to supporting their future success.”
The three manufacturing winners for 2018 included:
- Small Manufacturer of the Year Winner (1-99 employees): Displayit
- Medium Manufacturer of the Year Winner (100-199 employees): Okabashi Brands, Inc.
- Large Manufacturer of the Year Winner (200+ employees): Lund International
“Our students at Gwinnett Technical College benefit considerably from partnerships with manufacturing and supply chain companies in Gwinnett,” said Dr. D. Glen Cannon, President of Gwinnett Technical College. “As a proud partner of the Movers and Makers Awards we commend the significant impact the honorees have on preparing the next generation of industry leaders.”
The two supply chain winners for 2018 included:
- Small Supply Chain Pioneer of the Year Award Winner (1-49 employees): Firefly Buys
- Large Supply Chain Pioneer of the Year Award Winner (50+ employees): Rehrig Pacific Company
“We are honored to be recognized by Partnership Gwinnett as the 2018 Large Supply Chain Pioneer of the Year at this year’s Movers and Makers Awards,” said John Fini, Plant Manager for Rehrig Pacific Company. “Our team is dedicated to leading innovation in the supply chain industry and we’re proud that our efforts have been recognized.”
The 2018 Corporate Citizen Award, which is given to a company that has gone above and beyond to make their company and their community a great place to be was awarded to Alternative Apparel.
The Movers & Makers Awards also recognized the community’s MVP, Most Valuable Provider, to the manufacturing and supply chain industries. This year’s award was presented to Spectrum Staffing.
Eligible companies were evaluated based upon criteria involving impact in the local community, corporate social responsibility, and workforce excellence programs.
“Each year we look forward to recognizing the incredible work of Gwinnett’s manufacturing and supply chain companies,” said Deven Cason, Sr. Project Manager, Advanced Manufacturing & Supply Chain, for Partnership Gwinnett. “Honoring the best in these industries is one way we show our gratitude for the tremendous value they add to Gwinnett.”
In addition to the awards presentation, attendees heard a keynote address from Chris Gaffney, President of Coca Cola’s National Product Supply Group. Gaffney discussed the innovative processes behind supply chain management and distribution at the Coca-Cola Company.
For more information, or to learn how to get involved in local economic development efforts, please visit www.partnershipgwinnett.com.
About Spectrum Staffing
Spectrum Staffing, headquartered in Duluth, GA, is a leading supplier of professional, technical and industrial staffing and HR solutions for the technology leaders and advanced manufacturers of Georgia. Founded in 1999, Spectrum Staffing offers a professional and personal approach to customized staffing solutions, partnering with clients in pursuit of finding the best recruit for your Team. For more information, visit www.teamspectrum.com.
About Partnership Gwinnett
Partnership Gwinnett is a public-private initiative dedicated to bringing new jobs and capital investment to Gwinnett County, Georgia. Since 2006, Partnership Gwinnett has worked with its local partners to attract and retain jobs, cultivate capital investment, support educational institutions, foster workforce development and contribute to the exceptional quality of life found in Gwinnett. Fueled by the support of over one hundred companies, municipalities, Gwinnett County, K-12 and higher education systems, the mission of Partnership Gwinnett is to strengthen the community’s diverse economy to compete in the global marketplace and position Gwinnett as the premiere place to live, work and play.
