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Town of Leesburg
News Release
For Immediate Release
Knight Solutions of Leesburg Named U.S. Chamber Blue
Ribbon Small Business Award Winner
Leesburg, VA (February 26, 2015) – The U.S.
Chamber of Commerce recently announced
Knight Solutions of Leesburg, Virginia, as a
winner in its annual Blue Ribbon Small
Business Awards®, a program that recognizes
companies for their success and innovation
and for their contributions to economic
growth and free enterprise. Knight Solutions
was selected from a record number of applicants from communities across the nation for
demonstrating exceptional business practices in areas including strategic planning, employee
development, community involvement, and customer service.
“While our economy still struggles to reach its full potential, small businesses like our Blue
Ribbon Award winners have continued to act as examples of the resilience, ingenuity, and
opportunity at work in the free enterprise system,” U.S. Chamber President and CEO Thomas J.
Donohue said. “Times can be tough, but these businesses have proven that they can be too.
And by taking risks, watching out for their employees, and giving back to their communities,
they’ve shown that success is achievable.”
“Kevin Knight continues to lead a phenomenal organization here in Leesburg,” said Marantha
Edwards, Leesburg’s Economic Development Director. “For his firm to be recognized by the U.S.
Chamber of Commerce is an outstanding achievement that speaks to his exemplary
management and business skills.”
The Chamber will announce seven regional finalists from among this year’s Blue Ribbon Small
Business Award® winners on March 18 and honor all of this year’s winners at the 11th annual
America’s Small Business Summit, taking place June 8-10 in Washington, D.C. During the
summit, one regional finalist will receive the DREAM BIG Small Business of the Year Award,
sponsored by Sam’s Club®, and a $10,000 cash prize courtesy of the U.S. Chamber.
All Blue Ribbon Small Business Award® winners are eligible for the Community Excellence
Award, which recognizes one business that has found notable success in the eyes of its
community. The winner will be decided through online public voting between February 19 and
March 4.
“Starting and growing a business can be a risky endeavor, but these small businesses have
proven that with risk, comes reward,” Donohue continued. “Through hard work and innovation,
they’re impacting their communities, contributing to economic growth, and creating jobs. And
the Chamber is proud to recognize them for their achievements.”
A complete list of this year’s Blue Ribbon Small Business Award® winners is available here.
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce is the world’s largest business federation representing the
interests of more than 3 million businesses of all sizes, sectors, and regions, as well as state and
local chambers and industry associations.
Contact:
Marantha Edwards
Economic Development Director
medwards@leesburgva.gov
703-737-7019
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