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\"\"The ChamberSOUTH 7TH Annual Business Excellence Awards, sponsored by Baptist Health of South Florida were held on Wednesday April 12th and hosted at the Shops of Sunset Place. The guests enjoyed the bubbly and talented Master of Ceremonies Alex D\u2019Armas of Channel 7, who kept the program flowing. Then, an inspiring presentation from Sergio\u2019s owners John and Carlos Gazitua about their rise from a mom and pop to a successful chain. All while members shared in recognizing fellow businesses that excel in overall business achievement, corporate citizenship, customer service, and workplace environment. Guests connected over the sound of classic Cuban music, fresh sangria and delicious Cuban food catered by\u00a0Sergio\u2019s! There were four awards categories, each \"\"delving into different kinds of businesses. The Startup Business Award is for new businesses that are fast growing through innovation and productivity. The Not for Profit Award aims to bring exposure to organizations that are not established for the sole purpose of making money, rather engaged in efforts to benefit our community. The Minority Business Award goes to a company that is operated or owned by one or more persons of minority backgrounds and is able to illustrate the challenges they have overcome to excel in their field. Finally, our last two categories are the High Growth award and Business Champion Award. The High Growth\u00a0 Award acknowledge businesses that have experienced\u00a0 measurable economic growth within the past two years, and the Overall\u00a0 Business Champion Award, selected from all submissions,\u00a0 goes to an organization that exhibits exemplary and innovative ideals that support our community and create positive leadership roles.<\/p>\n

The Winners are\u2026.
\nStart Up Business Award, Pilates in the Grove
\nNot for Profit Award, Art South
\nMinority Business Award, Duarte Orthodontics
\nHigh Growth Award, First National Bank of South Miami
\nBusiness Champion Award, University of Miami<\/p>\n\n\t\t