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May 29, 2008 - St. John's Convention Centre
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Business Hall of Fame inductees receive honor at gala event
Newfoundland and Labrador entrepreneurs celebrated

St. John’s, NL, May 29, 2008 - Junior Achievement of Newfoundland and Labrador (JANL) is proud to recognize the outstanding accomplishments of this year’s Business Hall of Fame inductees – Hubert Harnett, Paul Johnson and George and Mary Warr. The best in business will gather tonight at the St. John’s Convention Centre to celebrate their success.

“Proceeds from this event will support Junior Achievement program delivery in this province,” says Christine Caines, President and CEO of Junior Achievement of Newfoundland and Labrador. “Over 4,000 students will benefit from a JA experience because of the generosity of our sponsors, governors and volunteers who have come together to celebrate and honour business success.”

Established by JANL in 1990, the Business Hall of Fame serves to honor those who have made significant lifetime contributions to the growth and development of business in Newfoundland and Labrador. To date, 56 of this province’s best in business have been inducted as laureates.

“Inspiring young people and helping them to develop entrepreneurial and leadership skills is the mission of Junior Achievement,” explains Glenn Barnes, President of AE Consultants and Chair of this year’s event. “I would like to congratulate the newest inductees into the Business Hall of Fame. They join a group of highly accomplished entrepreneurs who serve as shining examples to our future business leaders, the youth of this province.”

The Business Hall of Fame gala dinner and induction ceremony has been branded the premier celebration of business excellence in Newfoundland and Labrador. This year’s event will take place May 29, 2008 at the St. John’s Convention Centre.

For more information visit www.jahalloffame.ca.

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Junior Achievement announces 2008 Business Hall of Fame inductees
Newfoundland and Labrador entrepreneurs celebrated

St. John’s, NL, April 8, 2008 - Junior Achievement of Newfoundland and Labrador has announced the names of this year’s inductees into the Business Hall of Fame. Hubert Harnett, Paul Johnson and George and Mary Warr will be inducted at a gala event taking place on May 29, 2008 at the St. John’s Convention Centre.

Established by Junior Achievement Newfoundland and Labrador in 1990, the Business Hall of Fame recognizes the lifetime accomplishments, entrepreneurial spirit, vision and determination of this province’s most distinguished business leaders. To date, 56 of the best in business in Newfoundland and Labrador have been inducted.

Glenn Barnes, President of AE Consultants Architects and Engineers and Chair of this year’s gala event said, “I would like to congratulate the newest inductees into the Business Hall of Fame. They join a group of highly accomplished entrepreneurs who serve as shining examples to our future business leaders, the youth of this province.”

Newfoundland and Labrador Credit Union is the exclusive platinum sponsor for the 2008 Business Hall of Fame. The event is also sponsored by Petro-Canada, Steele Communications, The Telegram, AE Consultants Ltd., College of the North Atlantic, Ernst & Young and AppleCore Interactive.

This year’s Honorary Chair Miller Ayre, general publisher of The Telegram, is pleased to be a part of such a significant event. When asked about this year’s inductees Miller said, “We should be proud of the 2008 laureates. They reflect the full diversity and great strength of our business community.”

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Junior Achievement launches the 2008 Newfoundland and Labrador Business Hall of Fame

St. John’s, NL, December 4, 2007 – Junior Achievement of Newfoundland and Labrador (JANL) is excited to announce the launch of the 2008 Business Hall of Fame. Hosted by this year’s honorary chair, Mr. Miller Ayre, the reception officially opens the call for nominations for new inductees.

Established by Junior Achievement of Newfoundland and Labrador in 1990, the Business Hall of Fame has served as a celebration of the lifetime accomplishments of this province’s most distinguished business leaders. By recognizing their entrepreneurial vision, Junior Achievement aims to create a legacy that will benefit future generations. To date, 56 prestigious business leaders have been induced into the Newfoundland and Labrador Business Hall of Fame.

Glenn Barnes, chair of the Business Hall of Fame says, “The launch is an opportunity to kick-start the planning of the May event and to announce the call for nominations for inductees into the Business Hall of Fame. We have 56 well-deserving laureates and are looking forward to receiving nominations for this year's inductees.”

The 2008 platinum sponsor, Newfoundland and Labrador Credit Union, is pleased to once again be involved with the Business Hall of Fame. “Junior Achievement is focused on encouraging tomorrow's young business leaders and as an organization, Newfoundland and Labrador Credit Union is proud to help make that happen,” says Ms. Allison Chaytor-Loveys, CEO of Newfoundland and Labrador Credit Union.

The reception takes place at The Capital Hotel from 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. on December 5, 2007. Food and beverage is available and media are invited to attend.

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For more information please contact:

Christine Caines
President & CEO
Junior Achievement Newfoundland and Labrador
Phone: 709.753.9533
Fax: 709.753.3687
Email: nlbhf@janl.org

Krista Penney
Account Coordinator
AppleCore Interactive
Phone: 709.753.3652
Fax: 709.753.3687
Email: ja@applecore.ca

Calendar of Events

December 5, 2007
  • 2008 Junior Achievement Newfoundland and Labrador (JANL) Business Hall of Fame launch, The Capital Hotel
  • Nominations for inductees into the Business Hall of Fame officially open
January 31, 2008
  • Nominations close for new inductees into the JANL Business Hall of Fame
April, 2008
  • Announcement of 2008 JANL Business Hall of Fame inductees
May 29, 2008
  • JANL Business Hall of Fame luncheon, Bowring Park Bungalow
  • JANL Business Hall of Fame gala dinner and induction ceremony, St. John's Convention Centre
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