Judy Smith Named Greater Raleigh Woman Business Owner Of The Year By NAWBO

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Judy Smith Named Greater Raleigh Woman Business Owner Of The Year
By The National Association Of Women Business Owners
North Carolina Woman Business Owner Wins National Award

RALEIGH, NC – Judy Smith, president of Smith Seal of NC, has been named Woman Business Owner of the Year by the Greater Raleigh Chapter of the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO). She was recognized for her contributions to the organization and to the empowerment of other women business owners at the annual dinner and awards ceremony on Wednesday, June 28, at the Brier Creek Country Club in Raleigh.

“It is truly an honor to receive this type of award from my peers,” said Smith. I am delighted to join this group of outstanding and accomplished business women.”

About Judy Smith:
Judy Smith is President of Smith Seal of N.C. Under her guidance, the company has taken a leading position in the sealing industry, winning the Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce’s Pinnacle Business Award for Steady Growth and Profitability in both 2004 and 2005. Because of her interest and activism, she was appointed as a member of the North Carolina Health Insurance Innovations Commission. She also serves as a member of the Installation Committee of the Greater Raleigh Chapter of the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) and is a member of the Corporate Partners Committee working to enhance partnerships and businesses and corporations throughout the Triangle and the Women Presidents Organization (WPO). In 2005, Judy was selected Entrebizneur Of The Year by Business Leader Magazine.

About Smith Seal of NC:
Smith Seal of NC, a master-stocking distributor for Parker Hannifin Corporation and other world-class manufacturers was established in 1976. The firm offers hydraulic and pneumatic seals, O-rings, gaskets and packings, and in addition to distribution, consultation, problem solving, product design, and more. For more information, please call 919-790-1000 or visit http://www.smithseal.com.

About NAWBO:
NAWBO is the only dues-based national organization representing the interests of all women entrepreneurs in all industries. It currently has over 8,000 members in more than 80 chapters nationwide. This association of woman business owners is dedicated to assisting women to achieve success by uniting in common goals, promoting leadership, developing entrepreneurial skills and business acumen, and advocating and influencing public policy affecting women in business. For more information visit http://www.nawbo.org.


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