FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Governor Daniels Honors Hendricks County
Business with Award for Longevity
INDIANAPOLIS (Nov. 4, 2009) — Governor Mitch Daniels honored a Hendricks County business for longevity and community service in the Statehouse today during the annual Governor’s Century and Half Century Business Awards ceremony.
The governor presented Robert A. Hall Insurance Agency Inc. with a Half Century Award. Lt. Governor Becky Skillman and Mitch Roob, Secretary of Commerce and chief executive officer of the Indiana Economic Development Corporation, joined Daniels in honoring all of the Indiana companies for their commitment to Indiana.
“Simply speaking, building a business takes drive, business acumen and sometimes a little luck. Building a successful company which spans decades and generations, however, is a truly special accomplishment. It is my honor to recognize Hoosier entrepreneurs who have left permanent marks on their communities through their homegrown enterprises,” said Daniels.
The Governor’s Century and Half Century Business Awards honor Indiana businesses that have remained in operation for 100 or 50 years or more and have also demonstrated a history of community service. More than 1,300 companies from across Indiana have been recognized during the 19-year history of the Awards.
The Robert A. Hall Insurance Agency was founded in 1949 when Robert A. Hall, a claims representative department manager for Hartford Insurance Co., decided to become an independent agent in his hometown of Plainfield.
Nominated by individuals or organizations within the same community, the Governor’s Century and Half Century Awards honor Indiana’s well-established companies and their outstanding contributions to the economic growth and prosperity of the state.
About IEDC
Created by Governor Mitch Daniels in 2005 to replace the former Department of Commerce, the Indiana Economic Development Corporation is governed by a 12-member board chaired by Governor Daniels. Indiana Secretary of Commerce Mitch Roob serves as the chief executive officer of the IEDC. For more information about IEDC, visit www.iedc.in.gov.
Media Contact:
Blair West (IEDC) - 317.232.8873 or bwest@iedc.in.gov
To view a picture of the award presentation, please go to Photo Gallery under Chamber Information on the homepage of the Plainfield Chamber website.