We received overwhelmingly positive feedback from our guests, as well as our guest of honour, Mario Moretti Polegato, CEO of GEOX, who was making his first visit to Vancouver. Participants enjoyed a wonderful evening of fine wines, a five-star dinner and the excitement of the awards ceremony presented in the lovely setting of the hub of the Italian community. 

As a non-profit association, the Italian Chamber of Commerce relies on the participation, assistance and generosity of its members, sponsors and donors, whose contributions enable us to present events of this magnitude.  We thank once again our Sponsors and our guests for working with us and helping us achieve such a wonderful night.

The Winners of the coveted 2008 awards were:

BUSINESS EXCELLENCE AWARD

A. Bosa & Co. Ltd. (Bosa Foods)

This award honours a business which has demonstrated outstanding achievement in all categories—leadership, entrepreneurialism, innovation, philanthropy, and community involvement, as well as contributing to the arts.

YOUNG ENTREPRENEUR AWARD

Stile Wines, Carmine D'Onofrio Jr.

This award honours a business whose management is under 40 and demonstrates outstanding achievement in their business or professional career.

GLOBAL SUCCESS AWARD

Newway Forming Ltd.

This award honours a business whose achievements are accomplished in the international arena, supporting the success of Canadian business competing in the global marketplace.

INNOVATION AWARD

Marble Art Canada Ltd.

This award honours a business with the ability to think creatively which has clearly demonstrated innovation, productivity enhancement and sustainability in growing their company.

ITALIAN HOSPITALITY AWARD

Il Giardino di Umberto

This award recognizes a business in the travel, tourism or hospitality industry which exemplifies the highest traditions of Italian hospitality excellence