BBB Midwest Plains: 2024 Torch Award winners announced

The Better Business Bureau of the Midwest Plains (BBB) is proud to announce the 2024 BBB Torch Awards for Ethics recipients. This year, 35 exemplary organizations have been recognized for their steadfast commitment to ethical business practices.

The winners in each respective region are:

• Omaha & Southwest Iowa

• Accelerated Diagnostic & Automotive

• ACCESSbank

• biBerk, by Berkshire Hathaway

• CombOver Contracting

• Cox Communications

• Firstar Fiber Corporation

• FNIC

• Girl Scouts Spirit of Nebraska Omaha Service Center

• Goodwill Industries

• Groundworks

• Marriott Customer Engagement Center

• McGill Law PC, LLO

• Omaha Steaks

• Project Harmony

• Travel With Barb, Inc.

• Union Bank & Trust

• Uniti Med

• Wooden Ways & Olden Days/Etched Impressions

• Yeck's Auto Repair, Inc.

• Lincoln & Greater Nebraska

• Bats to Rats Wildlife Control and Prevention

• Berry Law

• Bizco Technologies

• Center for Legal Immigration Assistance

• Cobalt Credit Union

• Lighthouse

• Nemaha Sports Construction

• Schrock Innovations, Inc.

• Kansas Plains

• Affinity Automotive Services

• BB BROTHERS CONTRACTOR

• Good Energy Solutions, Inc.

• Kansas City & Western Missouri

• Continental Siding Supply, Inc.

• Integrity Roofing, LLC

• Parrish & Sons Construction, LLC

• Thrasher Foundation Repair

• South Dakota

• Frisbee Plumbing and Heating

See a full list of all-time winners.

Each of these organizations will be honored at the signature Torch Awards Luncheon, which is scheduled to be held at A View West Shores on Tuesday, September 24, 2024, from 11:30 am to 1 pm, with doors opening at 10:30 am. The Torch Awards Luncheon, presented by McKinnis Roofing & Sheet Metal, highlights the importance of marketplace ethics and celebrate businesses that consistently demonstrate integrity in their operations. "Honesty builds trust, which is a vital aspect in the success of a business," remarked Jim Hegarty, President & CEO of BBB Midwest Plains. "This marks the 27th year we've celebrated outstanding companies dedicated to ethical practices, and we couldn't be prouder of the 2024 winners."

These organizations have exemplified exceptional commitment across four key areas: character, culture, customers, and community. They have demonstrated the integrity of their leadership, fostered authentic cultures within their workplaces, prioritized relationships with customers, and made significant impacts in their communities.

The event on September 24 will feature keynote speaker Aaron Davis, a renowned expert on the power of attitude.

Dave McKinnis, Owner & President of McKinnis Roofing & Sheet Metal, expressed his pride in supporting the event: "As sponsors of the BBB Torch Awards for Ethics, we are privileged to witness the transformative impact of integrity-driven leadership within businesses and nonprofits. These awards celebrate excellence and highlight the crucial role of ethical conduct in fostering trust, transparency, and sustainability."

Congratulations to all the honorees of the BBB 2024 Torch Award for Ethics. To learn more about the winners and how to apply for future awards, please visit the BBB awards website. Secure your tickets for the 2024 BBB Torch Awards luncheon at BBB.org/omahatorch.