A business and a volunteer from Webster County were recognized July 8 at the Mississippi Economic Development Council's summer conference in Biloxi.
Belinda Stewart Architects was among outstanding small businesses honored as Governor's Cup district winners during the MEDC's annual awards banquet. Cynthia Wilson was recognized as a Volunteer of the Year.
The Mississippi Development Authority, in partnership with the governor's office and the MEDC, recognizes private sector businesses that have had a significant impact in their local communities. The purpose is to honor these businesses, raise the general awareness about their successful efforts and showcase what is possible. Awards are presented in two categories: Small Business and Big Business from each of the MEDC's districts.
As part of the recognition of Belinda Stewart Architects, the Webster Council Development Council was given $1,000 as the nominating entity. Besides Stewart, the Eupora firm's staff includes John Beard, Holly Freels, Jennifer Fulgham, Kristi Kilpatrick, Stephanie Stewart, and part-time employees Sally Stacey and Janet Taylor.
MEDC annually recognizes the significant contributions made by unpaid workers who have been instrumental in the development of their respective communities. Sixteen outstanding individuals were selected for the MEDC Volunteers Award for 2003. The award is a high and coveted honor bestowed upon nonprofessional economic and community developers.
Wilson, also nominated by the WCDC, co-chairs its Vision to Action Leadership and Communications Committee.
The Mississippi State University Extension Service county director has also helped organize two local job fairs and serves on the taskforce for Leadership82, which trains community leaders and graduated its first class this year.
Steve Anderson, executive director of the WCDC, congratulated Stewart and her employees, and thanked Wilson for her hard work.
"Both of these awards are well-deserved and we appreciate what Cynthia and Belinda do for Webster County," he said.
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