The Best Ideas For Your Business

The New York metro area business community really knows how to get business done. And how to party! The sold-out fifth annual Small Business Awards was a loud and lively event that provided inspiration, gratification, competitive fire—and the best networking opportunities anywhere. Judges pored through a record number of nominations to find our 13 winners. Their achievements would be impressive in any business climate, but are especially so in the current one.

In case you couldn’t make it (or were too busy cheering, chatting, and exchanging business cards to pay attention), you can read about the winners and their great ideas on these pages. But first, add this to your calendar: You can begin submitting applications for the 2011 Small Business Awards on March 1.

Sales & Marketing
eMazzanti Technologies   
Media Trust

Human Resources & Leadership 
Los Ninos Services   
Sweetriot

Customer Service  
Children's Progress   
ClearVision Optical

Green Business 
Donnelly Mechanical Corp.

Technology 
Vintners Circle Franchising LLC

Non-Profit Program of the Year
Out2Play, Inc.

International Operations Program of the Year  
Distinguished Programs   

Social Responsibility Program of the Year
Enhanced Customer Care Solutions   
Fuel Outdoor

Supplier Diversity Program of the Year 
New York Staffing Services, Inc.

Advocate of the Year
Barbara Weltman