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Carlsbad Chamber Of Commerce Names CBAD Award Finalists
The Carlsbad Business, Achievement and Distinction Awards recognize and celebrate achievements in Carlsbad.
CARLSBAD, CA — The Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce this week announced the finalists for the Carlsbad Business, Achievement and Distinction Awards, which recognize and celebrate achievements in Carlsbad.
The CBADs "highlight the resilience, innovation and dedication of Carlsbad's business community, showcasing their contributions to the economic growth and vibrancy of the region," according to the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce.
"Nominees and finalists for each category have been carefully selected based on their outstanding performance, leadership and impact within the community," said Bret Schanzenbach, CEO of the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce. "Their achievements serve as a testament to the spirit of excellence that defines the beating heart of businesses in Carlsbad."
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The event will feature a luncheon and keynote presentation by Tim Wrisley, owner of Carlsbad Magazine and Wheelhouse Media. The event will also celebrate award winners across various categories and offer networking opportunities.
These are the 2024 CBAD Award Finalists:
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Business of the Year
- Apex 365
- Aptera Motors
- Arbor Scientia
- GoBe Rewarded
- Guide My Finances
- Sully Entertainment Group
Community Impact
- Bio-One Oceanside
- Coast News
- Dogs on the Run
- Handel's Ice Cream
- Hera Hub
- Marcy Browe Photography
New Business of the Year
- Machine Print Shop
- Opelon LLP
- Parker & Hart
- Wine Birds
Nonprofit of the Year
- Beacons, Inc
- ECOLIFE
- Kids for Peace
- NC African American Women
- +Box
- STEM Aviation
Business Professional of the Year
- Carl Pinkard, Aldrich Wealth
- Ginger Rabe, Ginger Rabe Designs
- Adam Jacobs, Jacobs Scheriff Group
- Crystal Privett, Mindset Service
Best Place to Work (small company)
- Easy Life Management
- Visit Carlsbad
- Dynamic Space
- Itelligence Driven Advisors
- Endeavor Bank
Best Place to Work (large company)
- Park Hyatt Aviara
- LEGOLAND California Resort
Young Professional of the Year
- Samantha Richter, Agua Hedionda
- Tiffany Tran, Bluefire Mortgage
- Megan Draper, Furniture Reuse Solutions
- Oliva Rutman, Kids Care Finder
- Makyla Vigil, Koza Law Group
- Chris Nunley, Stifel
Administrator of the Year
- Jorge Espinoza, Principal, Carlsbad Village Academy
- Nicole Johnston, Principal Aviara Oaks
Elementary School Teacher of the Year
- Aaron Nelson, Magnolia Elementary
- Jo Ellen Restivo, Buena Vista Elementary
- Linsay Stough, Calavera Hills Elementary
- Kristen Goyette, Flora Vista Elementary
High School Teacher of the Year
- Andie Tanner, Carlsbad High School
- Val Park, Sage Creek High School
- Kevin Moss, Army & Navy Academy
- Krista Tokarz, Pacific Ridge
- James Teague, La Costa Canyon High School
The award ceremony will take place from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. March 27 at the Westin Carlsbad. For more information or to reserve tickets, visit bit.ly/2024cbadregister.
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