Nominations Now Open for 2024 Cape Breton Partnership Economic Impact AwardsJuly 31, 2024

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

July 31, 2024

The Cape Breton Partnership is proud to recognize impactful businesses, entrepreneurs, and community leaders who have made a positive impact and difference on the local economy with the 2024 Economic Impact Awards.

This year marks the Cape Breton Partnership’s 20th anniversary as Unama’ki – Cape Breton’s trusted economic development partner, supporting all communities across the Island.

“As the private sector-led economic development organization of Unama’ki – Cape Breton, we are excited to once again recognize the notable and forward-thinking leaders in our businesses and communities who are helping the Island move forward together in building a more resilient, sustainable, and prosperous economy for years to come,” said Tyler Mattheis, President & CEO of the Cape Breton Partnership.

The Economic Impact Awards annually celebrate individuals and organizations for their outstanding contributions to the Island’s economy. Nominations are considered based on their significant contribution through innovation, entrepreneurship, new investments, and commitment to the region through the work they have accomplished that has positively impacted the local economy. The 2024 Economic Impact Awards will be presented at the Cape Breton Partnership’s 2024 Investor Summit on October 24, 2024. Tickets for the Investor Summit will go on sale beginning August 15, 2024.

“If you know an individual, business, or entrepreneur that you feel has made a large impact here at home in Unama’ki – Cape Breton, we encourage you to please submit a nomination,” adds Mattheis. “We look forward to recognizing the nominees and winners across many sectors and their contributions in building a thriving future for our Island.”

Only nominations received by 4 p.m. on August 23rd will be considered. For more information or to submit a nomination for the 2024 Economic Impact Awards, visit:  https://capebretonpartnership.com/economic-impact-awards/.

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Media Contact:

Michaela Epifano, Communications and Investor Relations Specialist
Cape Breton Partnership
michaela@capebretonpartnership.com
902-562-0122