The annual awards ceremony honors companies that have been in business for over 100 or 50 years.
INDIANAPOLIS – Governor Eric Holcomb and Indiana Secretary of Commerce David Rosenberg recognized longstanding Indiana businesses on Thursday, presenting them with the Governor’s Century and Half Century Business Awards.
In total, 48 companies from across the state were recognized for their longevity and impact on the state’s economy, communities and people.
The Governor’s Century and Half Century Business Awards honor Indiana businesses that have been in operation for at least 100 and 50 consecutive years, respectively, and have demonstrated their commitment to the community.
Local award winners include:
Century Award
- Andres-Wuestefeld Funeral Home, Dearborn County, 174 years
- Lischkge Motors Inc., Dearborn County, 100 years
- The Bath State Bank, Franklin County, 100 years
Half-Century Award
- Regional Planning Commission for Southeast Indiana, Ripley County, 50 years
“Indiana continues to prove why we have one of the best economic climates for entrepreneurship and starting small businesses,” said Governor Holcomb. “This strong economic foundation was laid by the companies that have chosen the state of Indiana over the last 50 to 100 years. The lifeblood of our growing economy is our Indiana entrepreneurs and business owners who have had the courage to turn a vision into reality, and I am honored to recognize each of these leaders today for their exemplary commitment to our state and their communities.”
In the award’s 33-year history, more than 1,250 Indiana companies have been honored.
More information about the Governor’s Century and Half Century Business Awards is available online.
