Michigan’s Governor Honors High Growth Small Businesses
April 21, 2006 (Press Release) --
Buchanan, Michigan based WorkingPerson.com, the e-commerce division of The Working Person’s Store, was recognized as one of the “Michigan 50 Companies to Watch,” during an awards program held in East Lansing, Michigan on April, 19th.
Chief Executive Officer, Eric Deniger and Chairperson, Jennifer Deniger received the “Michigan 50” award at ceremonies conducted during the second annual Michigan Celebrates Small Business event, sponsored by the Edward Lowe Foundation.
WorkingPerson.com’s Jennifer Deniger said, “Meeting Governor Granholm, I was impressed by her energy and the clear vision she has for helping small business grow jobs, while diversifying the State’s economy.” Michigan’s Governor, Jennifer Granholm a featured speaker at the event, highlighted the State’s strategic initiatives and partnerships designed to support the formation and growth of small business in Michigan.
"The Michigan 50 Companies to Watch” competition is a truly unique awards program designed to shine the spotlight on second-stage companies,” says Edward Lowe Foundation Executive Director Mark Lange. The Edward Lowe Foundation is a Michigan based not-for-profit foundation with a mission is to “champion the entrepreneurial spirit” by assisting second-stage entrepreneurs in learning from each other.
“Startup companies and large corporations often garner attention for their achievements,” says Lange. “But growing second-stage enterprises work mostly behind the scenes, even though they generate the bulk of new sustainable jobs and is a powerful economic force underpinning the high quality of life most Americans enjoy.”
Recognized as a leading national source for high quality, work clothing, work footwear,
outerwear, safety gear and accessories, The Working Person’s Store is a leading multi-channel retailer that has experienced sales growth in connection with its 2002 launch of its award winning website (www.WorkingPerson.com). Eric Deniger, the company’s CEO said, “This is an honor I’m proud to share with every member of our team. They did a great job of providing truly outstanding customer service, while helping us grow our e-commerce business by nearly 500% in 2005.”
About Us:
The Working Persons Store presently represents leading work wear brands such as Carhartt Clothing, Dickies, Wrangler Jeans, Helly Hansen, Wigwam Socks, Under Armour, Thorlo Socks and Red Kap Uniforms. Also represented are a broad array of leading footwear brands such as Wolverine Work Boots and Shoes, Carolina Boots & Shoes, Timberland Pro Boots, Harley Davidson Boots, Bates Uniform Footwear, Chippewa Boots, Merrell Footwear, Danner Boots, Hush Puppy Slippers, Red Wing Shoes & Boots, Caterpillar Boots, Doc Martens Shoes, Georgia Boots, ECCO Shoes, Thorogood Boots, Skechers, Work Shoes, Carhartt Boots, Converse and many others.
Chief Executive Officer, Eric Deniger and Chairperson, Jennifer Deniger received the “Michigan 50” award at ceremonies conducted during the second annual Michigan Celebrates Small Business event, sponsored by the Edward Lowe Foundation.
WorkingPerson.com’s Jennifer Deniger said, “Meeting Governor Granholm, I was impressed by her energy and the clear vision she has for helping small business grow jobs, while diversifying the State’s economy.” Michigan’s Governor, Jennifer Granholm a featured speaker at the event, highlighted the State’s strategic initiatives and partnerships designed to support the formation and growth of small business in Michigan.
"The Michigan 50 Companies to Watch” competition is a truly unique awards program designed to shine the spotlight on second-stage companies,” says Edward Lowe Foundation Executive Director Mark Lange. The Edward Lowe Foundation is a Michigan based not-for-profit foundation with a mission is to “champion the entrepreneurial spirit” by assisting second-stage entrepreneurs in learning from each other.
“Startup companies and large corporations often garner attention for their achievements,” says Lange. “But growing second-stage enterprises work mostly behind the scenes, even though they generate the bulk of new sustainable jobs and is a powerful economic force underpinning the high quality of life most Americans enjoy.”
Recognized as a leading national source for high quality, work clothing, work footwear,
outerwear, safety gear and accessories, The Working Person’s Store is a leading multi-channel retailer that has experienced sales growth in connection with its 2002 launch of its award winning website (www.WorkingPerson.com). Eric Deniger, the company’s CEO said, “This is an honor I’m proud to share with every member of our team. They did a great job of providing truly outstanding customer service, while helping us grow our e-commerce business by nearly 500% in 2005.”
About Us:
The Working Persons Store presently represents leading work wear brands such as Carhartt Clothing, Dickies, Wrangler Jeans, Helly Hansen, Wigwam Socks, Under Armour, Thorlo Socks and Red Kap Uniforms. Also represented are a broad array of leading footwear brands such as Wolverine Work Boots and Shoes, Carolina Boots & Shoes, Timberland Pro Boots, Harley Davidson Boots, Bates Uniform Footwear, Chippewa Boots, Merrell Footwear, Danner Boots, Hush Puppy Slippers, Red Wing Shoes & Boots, Caterpillar Boots, Doc Martens Shoes, Georgia Boots, ECCO Shoes, Thorogood Boots, Skechers, Work Shoes, Carhartt Boots, Converse and many others.
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