INDIANAPOLIS - Governor Mitch Daniels honored a Kosciusko County business for longevity and community service in the Statehouse Wednesday during the annual Governor's Century and Half Century Business Awards ceremony.
The governor presented Da-Lite Screen Co. Inc., Warsaw, with a Half Century Award.
Lt. Governor Becky Skillman and Mitch Roob, Secretary of Commerce and chief executive officer of the Indiana Economic Development Corp., joined Daniels in honoring all of the Indiana companies for their commitment to Indiana.
"Simply speaking, building a business takes drive, business acumen and sometimes a little luck. Building a successful company which spans decades and generations, however, is a truly special accomplishment. It is my honor to recognize Hoosier entrepreneurs who have left permanent marks on their communities through their homegrown enterprises," said Daniels.
The Governor's Century and Half Century Business Awards honor Indiana businesses that have remained in operation for 100 or 50 years or more and have also demonstrated a history of community service.
More than 1,300 companies from across Indiana have been recognized during the 19-year history of the awards.
Established in 1957 as a maker of movie projection screens, Da-Lite has grown to have the largest network of photographic distributors and dealers in the industry.
The company pioneered many innovations including the first tripod screen, electrically operated screen, perforated screen, glass-beaded screen and rear-projection screen.
The company's screens can be found in conference rooms, training facilities, educational institutions, entertainment venues and meeting rooms across the country.Nominated by individuals or organizations within the same community, the Governor's Century and Half Century Awards honor Indiana's well-established companies and their outstanding contributions to the economic growth and prosperity of the state.
