Magnetic Named Small Business of the Year by the Greater Tampa Chamber of Commerce
TAMPA, Fla. - (Oct. 8, 2007) - Magnetic, a full-service Web development firm celebrating its 10th anniversary, has been named the 2007 Small Business of the Year in the 21-50 employee category by the Greater Tampa Chamber of Commerce.
"To say we are thrilled with this recognition would be a understatement," said Magnetic CEO Ken Bakunas. "For the past decade, Magnetic has focused not only on growing as a firm, but also on advancing the overall growth and economic development of the Tampa Bay region. To have that commitment recognized by the Chamber is truly an honor."
Since 1981, the Greater Tampa Chamber of Commerce has been recognizing Hillsborough County's superior small businesses and their leaders through its annual Small Business of the Year Award. Organizations are judged on their financial success, community involvement and ethical business practices, with winners selected in three categories: five-20 employees; 21-50 employees and 51-250 employees. A fourth category is for outstanding leader.
"At Magnetic, we strive to convey the highest corporate and community values in everything we do, from providing high-quality Web design and development services and an outstanding work environment to contributing the resources that help make Tampa a great place to live," said Magnetic President Jennifer Bakunas. "To have those efforts recognized with this prestigious award, especially as we celebrate our 10th anniversary, is an honor for the entire Magnetic team."
The Small Business of the Year Award is the latest in a string of accolades for Magnetic. Earlier this year, the firm was named among the Tampa Bay Business Journal's "Best Places to Work," receiving the highest score of all categories for the second year in a row. Magnetic also earned its second Shopping Standard of Excellence WebAward from the Web Marketing Association, and the firm's president was named the 2006 Young BusinessWoman of the Year by the Tampa Bay Business Journal.
About Magnetic Based in Tampa, Fla., Magnetic is a full-service Web development company that helps businesses reach their full web potential through strategic consulting, Web design, e-commerce, database integration, content management, systems integration, Web marketing, and Web hosting. Founded in 1997, and celebrating its 10th anniversary, Magnetic offers both business and technical expertise to help medium- to large-size businesses achieve greater profitability and sales through the Internet. For more information, please visit www.magnetic.com.
