Following the initial nominations phase, judging was conducted by an out-of-state panel of business leaders. Nineteen companies were named as finalists for the seven awards, with the following winners announced during the awards presentation that concluded the Annual Meeting:

First Citizens Bank Exceptional Customer Experience AwardAversboro CoffeeCoats Auto Body & Paint

Wells Fargo Integrity in Business AwardFoster Lake and Pond Management

Alco Custom Cabinets Steady Growth and Achievement AwardCarolina Comfort Air

F&D Huebner dba McDonald's Entrepreneurial Award 1-15 EmployeesCapital Production Group, LLC

F&D Huebner dba McDonald's Entrepreneurial Award 16-50 EmployeesB.E.S.T. Inc., Commercial Roofing

F&D Huebner dba McDonald's Entrepreneurial Award 50+ EmployeesTT&E Iron and Metal

National Pawn Nonprofit Achievement AwardGarner Veterans Memorial

"It never ceases to amaze me to see the quantity and quality of nominations we receive each year, and this year's finalists once again demonstrate the outstanding work companies are doing in our community," said Garner Chamber President Neal Padgett. "Congratulations to all of our winners, as well as the finalists. We are proud to have these companies as part of the Garner Chamber, and I look forward to another successful Summit Awards next year."

For more information, contact the Garner Chamber of Commerce at (919) 772-6440 or visit http://www.garnerchamber.com.

About the Garner Chamber of CommerceThe Garner Chamber of Commerce is an active organization made up of more than 500 businesses and community groups. For more than 40 years, the Garner Chamber has worked to advance Garner's economic vitality and enhance the area's quality of life. For more information, visit http://www.garnerchamber.com, call (919) 772-6440 or email info@garnerchamber.com.