Mike Fata

The CHFA John Holtmann Leadership Award is presented to a leader/mentor within the natural health industry who demonstrates passion and commitment, serves as an inspiration for others and has played a significant role within his/her company or in the wider industry.

OptiMYz Top 100 Influencers brings you 100 Canadians whose work is helping to make Canada a healthier, fitter and more balanced nation. Some are icons, others are behind the scenes change-makers. Together they represent many positive trends and are influencing millions of Canadians.

The OTA Organic Rising Star Award is awarded to emerging leaders who have distinguished themselves professionally for their pursuit, zeal or notable advancements to programs, initiatives, new categories, or product development that promotes the growth, sustainability, or influence of organic agriculture and trade.

Chosen by Food & Beverage Manitoba’s Board of Directors, the President’s Award honours an exceptional individual whose efforts have contributed to the Manitoba food and beverage industry’s growth, reputation in the community and relationships with organizations outside of the industry

The EY Entrepreneur Of The Year® recognizes the endeavors of exceptional people who create the products and services that keep our local and global economies moving forward. The EY Entrepreneur Of The Year Awards has recognized the achievements of Canada’s top entrepreneurs for the past 26 years.

The CME Emerging Business Award is designed to recognize businesses that have started companies with significant future potential. It will recognize relatively new companies who are distinguishing themselves through growth, impact and innovation. These organizations are likely to become future leaders in Manitoba manufacturing and exporting.

The Spirit of Winnipeg Award awards individual organizations who exhibit the ambitious, innovative, and generous spirit of our city.

The MFPA is a non-profit, industry-run organization that promotes the development of a thriving food processing industry in Manitoba. The AssociatIon serves more than 290 member companies; ranging from small start-up operations to large multi-national companies. Manitoba growers, processors, marketing boards, government agencies, retailers, and industry suppliers of goods and services all enjoy the benefits of an MFPA membership.

The CHFA Organic Achievement Award is presented to companies in the natural health and organic products industry for outstanding achievements.

The MFPA is a non-profit, industry-run organization that promotes the development of a thriving food processing industry in Manitoba. The AssociatIon serves more than 290 member companies; ranging from small start-up operations to large multi-national companies. Manitoba growers, processors, marketing boards, government agencies, retailers, and industry suppliers of goods and services all enjoy the benefits of an MFPA membership.

Nominees for the award were ranked in nine categories derived from the Social Venture Network’s Standards of Corporate Responsibility (Ethics, Accountability, Governance, Financial Returns, Employment Practices, Business Relationships, Products and Services, Community Involvement, and Environmental Protection)

BDC’s Young Entrepreneur Awards recognize the achievements of Canadian businesspeople between the ages of 19 and 35, paying tribute to a young entrepreneur from each province and territory. Winners are chosen by a selection committee, based on a number of criteria that range from operating success and innovation to involvement in the new economy, community work and export performance.