On Wednesday, November 19, 2003, the Capital Region World Trade Center, in cooperation with the Global Business Network, hosted nearly 150 business people at the 2003 Excellence in International Trade Awards Dinner held at the Century House in Latham. This annual event recognizes companies and organizations that have distinguished themselves as leaders in the Capital Region's international business community.

 

This year, five organizations and one individual were honored for their accomplishments. The awards and recipients are as follows:

Export Award for Large Manufacturer: J & J Log and Lumber Corporation

Andy Watt, Manager of J & J Log and Lumber Corporation and Kevin Harrigan, President of the Global Business Network. (Photo: Stephen Bornhoft)

Export Award for Small/Medium Manufacturer: Blasch Precision Ceramics

Kevin Harrigan, President of the Global Business Network, and David Bobrek, President of Blasch Precision Ceramics, Inc. (Photo: Stephen Bornhoft)

Growth in Exports Award: Albany Molecular Research, Inc.

Kevin Harrigan, President of the Global Business Network, and David Waldek, CFO of Albany Molecular Research, Inc. (Photo: Stephen Bornhoft)

Other awards and recipients included: Export of Services Award - GE Energy Services-Life Extension Services, Service Export Award for Trade Partner - Savage Law Firm, P.C.; and Special Recognition Award - Gerald Shaye - Empire State Development.

Terri Morrison, with the help of Bruce Toyama of Blasch Precision Ceramics shows the audience that something as simple as a handshake can be a source of discomfort and can lead to misunderstandings if not handled correctly.