In Ventura County, three elite organizations honored with Circle of Excellence Awards
Tina Vervoorn
November 14, 2009
(VENTURA, CA) – What prompted Stephen J. Kipp to create his firm´s Circle of Excellence Awards was actually the work of his clients who often asked for referrals to local businesses and other organizations.
"In a good or bad year there is no better way to do business than by referral, which is a win-win for everyone, especially in today's economy," Kipp says. "We take referrals seriously since the related experience with a business can and will affect our client relationships however, the referrals we do receive are solid and fits into the client family we have developed."
Once referrals are in, an advisory committee pours over nominations in consideration for the firm´s annual Circle of Excellence Awards, now in its second year, to recognize and support the local business community.
"We were faced with a comprehensive list of small businesses from a wide variety of industry, from dry-cleaners and restaurants to barber shops and clothing stores," Kipp said. "It was a difficult task to select our honorees. We are, however, pleased to recognize the Ventura College Foundation as our nonprofit of the year, Sherry Scott of Ted Mayr Funeral Home & Crematory as outstanding businessperson of the year, and founder-owner Kent Hardley of Pacific Stoneworks, Inc. as business of the year."
Winners were honored on Oct. 28 with a reception aboard the Scarlett Belle in Oxnard.
About the Ventura College Foundation
Founded in 1981, the Ventura College Foundation is one of the most successful community college foundations in California, having raised more than $15 million to support Ventura College through scholarships, program, and capital needs. In addition, the foundation provides nearly $400,000 in annual student scholarships and expanded its Promise Program to fully fund the first year of tuition for any high school graduate choosing to attend. Information: (805) 654-6400 or www.venturacollege.edu.
About Sherry Scott, Funeral Director at Ted Mayr Funeral Home & Crematory
Celebrating nearly 40 years of personal, caring service with Ted Mayr Funeral Home & Crematory, Sherry Scott is a licensed California funeral director and has served two terms on the California Funeral Directors Association board and is past president of the Gold Coast Funeral Directors Association. An early responder to disaster situations, Scott´s presence has helped family members cope in numerous situations at home and across the country, including 9/11.
Kent Hardley, Pacific Stoneworks, Inc.
Founded in 1994 by Kent Hardley, a native of New Zealand, Pacific Stoneworks is a custom granite, marble and natural stone fabrication and installation company providing expert craftsmanship, attention to detail, and customer satisfaction. Pacific Stoneworks continues to develop close relationships with local artists and sculptors and services Malibu to Santa Barbara for all a wide range of applications and installations.
About Kipp Financial Group
Founded in 1989 by Stephen J. Kipp, a third generation resident of Ventura County, the Ventura-based Kipp Financial Group is an ensemble practice of leading financial planning and wealth management professionals. The firm provides custom, in-depth analysis and client-centered financial solutions tailored to meet wealth management needs and helping clients achieve financial and lifestyle goals.
Information: www.kippfinancialgroup.com or (805) 650-7654
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