September 12, 2011

We are pleased to announce our newest achievement and recognition as Dane County’s Best in Business in 2011!

Pictured from left to right: Tony Arneson (Neckerman Owner), Julann Jatczak (WWBIC), Kristi Shepard (United Way), Van Nutt (Middleton Chamber), Doug Dittmann (Neckerman Owner), Bob Ansheles (Madison Chamber), Donna Gray (Total Awards & Promotions), Lois Kinlen (Neckerman Owner), Randy Krantz (Neckerman Owner).

Since 1987, the Best in Business Award has been presented to outstanding Dane County businesses to showcase their business achievements as well as their commitment to customers, employees and the community.

“We believe in saluting the businesses of our community who have not only made a difference to our local economy, but also to their employees and customers,” said Kristi Shepard, Chair of the Best in Business Award Committee. “These are the heroes that get up every day and make the capital region a better place.”

The Best in Business Award is given to one company each quarter as selected by an independent panel of community business leaders. Specific award criteria are used, including the recipient’s standing among its competitors, growth, adaptation to changing markets, response to its customers' needs, the company's workplace environment, and its commitment to the community.

Lead award sponsors are In Business magazine, Total Awards & Promotions, Inc. and The Industry Connection.