BWI Business Partnership celebrates past year, looks to future

The BWI Business Partnership recently held its Annual Meeting & Awards Ceremony at The Westin BWI.

At the event, the Partnership welcomed new Board Members Charles Washington, BGE; and Wes Mitchell, WSP USA. Returning board director for another three-year term is Sen. Pam Beidle. Also returning are officers Karen Cook, AACC, chair; Sam Minnitte, PrimeAE, immediate past chair; Bonnie Hinkle, COPT, vice chair; David Richardson, Southwest Airlines, secretary; Steve Palmer, Tech USA Advisory Board, treasurer; and Steve Carroll, general counsel.

In appreciation for their years of service on the board, the following departing and retired board members were recognized: Vince Bagli, Merritt Properties; Sean Doordan, St.John Properties; Amy Polefrone, HR Strategy Group; Gail Sanders and Rick Williamson.

Amongst honored guests were: Senator Pam Beidle, Congressman John Sarbanes and Delegate Mike Rogers.

Partnership Executive Director Gina Stewart presented the following awards:

Member of the Year Award (small company)

Stephanie Gary. KG Truck & Auto

Member of the Year Award (large company)

Luis Gutierrez, James Ward and Diane Turner, Dream Management

Rising Star of the Year Award

Andy Morsberger, Minuteman Press/Crofton, Canton and Federal Hill

Ambassador of the Year Award

Bonnie Hinkle, COPT

Volunteer of the Year Award

Stephanie Caronna, St. John Properties