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Terrace Bay News, 3 Nov 1992, p. 10

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_Page 10, Tuesday, Nov. 3, 1992 Businesses, individuals, recognized at dinner continued from page 7 demands of today's industries. Offering both sales and exem- plary service, they now repair, rebuild, manufactures and pro- vides industrial supplies for companies throughout the U.S. and Canada. Laurie Tranter of Canadian Partner presented Gilbride and Bell with their award. In the one to 25 employees category, Miller Technology NIPIGON PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD is now accepting applications for board members to fill current vacancy. Please submit applications to: TOWNSHIP OF NIPIGON BOX 160 NIPIGON, ONTARIO Incorporated, of North Bay, was Company of the Year. Company President Ron Miller accepted the award from Charles Gagnon, TEMBEC Director of Corporate Rela- tions. Tembec sponsored the award. Miller Technology was founded in 1979 as a one-man operation. Today, it employs 24 people and has grown steadily throughout its 13-year history. Gross sales totalled $13 million in 1991, an increase of 15 per cent despite the overall recession. The company specializes in producing specialized under- ground mining equipment. Their 14,000 square foot plant is capable of heavy fabrication, machining and assembly. Although Miller is a big exporter to the U.S, market, it brags of a SO per cent Canadi- an content in most of its prod- ucts. In addition to the company awards, three individuals were identified as 'movers and shak- ers' in Northern Ontario. Frank Dottori received his Executive of the Year award in front of a large contingent of people from Spruce Falls Inc. and TEMBEC. Dottori is presi- BE A POWER SAVER™ CASH BACK WHEN YOU BUY A QUALIFYING An outdoor timer -- set to turn on 2 to 4 hours before you start your car - can save up to 70% of the energy used by your block heater. 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His leadership, experience, knowledge and fierce determi- nation to save Spruce Falls, was the driving force behind the success of the company's bid to save the Kapuskasing company. Under his leader- ship, Spruce Falls has embarked on a $350 million capital improvement program to ensure the long-term viabili- ty of the company. Vic Prokopchuk, President of Superior Rock Bit Canada Inc., Atikokan, was honoured as Entrepreneur of the Year. Jack Elms, vice-president of lending operations, represented the sponsor CIBC, and present prokopchuk with his award. Prokopchuk started his busi- ness career in May, 1955, when he designed and built one of the first cable TV sys- tems in Canada. Since that time his interests have led him to sell rotary drill bits all over Canada and the USA. Prokopchuk and two other shareholders built and operated the White Otter Inn in Atikokan, a million dollar motel and dining room opera- tion that caters to business and tourist travel. In 1982, Prokopchuk and a partner bought out the Atikokan Print- ing Ltd., which publishes the weekly community newspaper, the Atikokan Progress. All this is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes this man's achievements and inter- ests. The Young Entrepreneur of the Year was given to Doug Nadorozny, owner of the Sud- bury Branch of the AMS Group. this award is sponsored by Peat Marwick. Nadorozny purchased the Sudbury operation in 1989 and since then, he has established DDN Holding Northern Ltd., which operates the AMS Group. : The AMS group provides microprocessor sales, service, support and training to busi- nesses and organizations in Northern Ontario. Its speciali- ties include networking and computer-aided drafting/engi- neering. Its training division operates as the Oncourse Leaming Centre. Nadorozny's most notable achievement has been the rapid growth of The AMS Group. In 1991, revenues exceeded $4 million. An active corporate citizen, Doug Nadorozny sits on the Board of the Sudbury and Dis- trict Chamber of Commerce, and supports the Sudbury Minor Hockey League, the Manitoulin Children's Founda- tion, the Sudbury Head Injury Association, Valley East Waves, the Sudbury March of Dimes, the World Cup Hockey Challenge, the Telemedia Chil- dren's Trust Fund, and the Sudbury Technological Studies Support Group. Buying for teens a lot tougher than for young kids You always knew just the right doll or dump truck that would make your child's face light up every Christmas. It didn't seem so hard to find just the right present, but now your baby has grown into a teenager. Many parents stress out "when shopping for their teenagers. To help relieve some tension, here are some ideas that may help: CD player, CDs, albums or cassettes, Video game, Boombox, Clothes, Jewelry, Personal Computer, Cash, Telephone, TV. It may also help you to take a good look at what your teen's friends are wear- ing. Notice trends and fads such as leggings with a song sweater or stylish pins and scarfs. What are the coolest tennis shoes or jackets? By becoming a little more observant and listen- ing to subtle hints from your teenager, you're sure to find the perfect gift. Charge your classified or display ad to your VISA! Va RI3ID IROCLS - UNIDUAIN BAINID ATTENTION RED ROCK BAND MEMBERS GENERAL BAND MEETING WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 4/92 8:00 P.M. COMMUNITY HALL

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