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*For Immediate Release:    *     
November 18, 2022
          
*Contact:    *     
Cassie Nichols
[email protected]

Governor Laura Kelly Congratulates Recipients of Annual Minority and Women Business Awards

*TOPEKA* – Minority- and woman-owned businesses were honored this week as part of Kansas Minority Enterprise Development (MED) Week. The Kansas Department of Commerce’s Office of Minority and Women Business Development hosted its 37th Annual Minority and Women Business Awards Luncheon at the Hotel Topeka at City Center. The awards luncheon recognized 12 companies, three individuals, and one corporation from across the state for their support and efforts to create new economic development opportunities. 

“I am impressed by the outstanding accomplishments and contributions of our state’s minority- and women-owned companies honored this week,” *Governor Laura Kelly said*.* *“When these businesses succeed, everyone succeeds: our economy, our communities, and our state. My administration will continue to support them in reaching their full potential.” 

MED Week is celebrated nationally to recognize the more than 9.2 million minority-owned business enterprises that support the U.S. economy and generate over $1.8 trillion in revenue. The Kansas Department of Commerce’s Office of Minority and Women Business Development holds this annual luncheon to recognize the economic contributions of woman- and minority-owned businesses in communities throughout Kansas. 

“We are committed to supporting the incredible talent found at our state’s minority- and woman-owned businesses,” *Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland said.* “The businesses and businesspeople honored play an essential role in our pursuit of even higher levels of economic growth throughout Kansas.” 

“It’s such an honor to play a role in the journey many of these businesses experience to become successful,”* Rhonda Harris, director of the Office of Minority and Women Business Development, said.* “Their growth and development are critical to our Kansas economy and I’m excited to see the progression of these businesses moving forward. My sincere congratulations are extended to the winners.” 

Companies recognized by category during the awards luncheon include: 

*Woman-Owned Businesses* 

*Construction Firm* 
Lutz Plumbing, Inc., Shawnee 

*Manufacturing Firm* 
Curtis Machine Company, Dodge City 

*Professional Service Firm* 
Anna Crable Agency, Farmers Insurance, Hutchinson 

*Retail Firm* 
Sew Loved Quilt Shop, Elkhart 

*Service Industry Firm* 
Interim HealthCare, Topeka  

*Supplier/Distributor Firm* 
Phast Parts Enterprise, LLC, Wichita 

 

*Minority-Owned Businesses* 

*Construction Firm* 
Professional Landscaping Services, Wichita 

*Manufacturing Firm* 
Spirit Life Apparel & Screenprinting, Merriam 

*Professional Service Firm* 
KORE Lab Solutions, Overland Park 

*Retail Firm* 
Leeway Franks, LLC, Lawrence 

*Service Industry Firm* 
Dare to Dream Event Management, Topeka 

*Supplier/Distributor Firm* 
GLOBAL Link, LLC, Kansas City 

 

*Young Entrepreneur* 
Kate Smith 
Kate Smith Soiree/Butterfield’s Bakery, Lenexa 

*Minority Business Advocate* 
Dave Sotelo 
City of Hutchinson  

*Women Business Advocate* 
Glenda Washington 
Greater Topeka Partnership/MWBD, Topeka 

*Corporation of the Year* 
Terracon, Olathe 

The Office of Minority and Women Business Development certifies businesses with designations of Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), Woman Business Enterprise (WBE), and Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE). MBE, WBE, and DBEs can participate in business education workshops and seminars through the office. Click here [ [link removed] ] to learn more about the Office of Minority and Women Business Development. 

A photo of the award recipients for media use can be found here [ [link removed] ]. 

 

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