Posted at 3:16 p.m., Friday, March 23, 2007
Better Business Bureau picks Torch Awards finalists
Advertiser Staff
The Better Business Bureau has announced the finalists for its 2007 Torch Awards for Business Ethics.The winners will be recognized at a luncheon April 18 at the Hawai'i Prince Hotel.
"These finalists exemplify exceedingly high ethical standards and a willingness to ensure Hawai'i's marketplace remains fair to those living in and visiting the islands," said Fred Badua, BBB chairman.
The finalists are:
i Business individual — Dr. Cecile Sebastian.
i Small business (99 or fewer employees) — Graham Builders, DTRIC Insurance, and Laser Eye Center of Hawai'i.
i Large business (100 or more employees) — Jamba Juice, Outrigger Enterprises, and First Insurance.
i Small nonprofit (99 or fewer employees) — Special Olympics Hawai'i, Honolulu Board of Realtors, and Adult Friends for Youth.
i Large nonprofit (100 or more employees) — Aloha United Way, Mental Health Kokua, and Easter Seals.
