Award Winner in Entrepreneur Category Hails from Compassionate Background
In a ceremony held in Grabow, district of Ludwigslust-Parchim, the Entrepreneur of the Year competition recognised several business leaders for their outstanding contributions to the region's economy and society.
Since its inception in 2008, the competition has been a platform to honour businesses for their achievements in various fields, such as securing skilled workers, integration, sustainability, and business development. This year was no exception, with the family business emano Kunststofftechnik GmbH from Teterow (district of Rostock) winning in the "Business Development" category, and the carpentry workshop Timm in Kröpelin (district of Rostock) being recognised for its exemplary work in "securing skilled workers and integration".
Mareen Buchholz, a Diploma in Nursing Science graduate from Grimmen, was named Entrepreneur of the Year in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern for her leadership at the Ostseekueste Care Team. The care industry, which is gaining increasing importance with an aging population, faces staff shortages and bureaucracy, but Buchholz's team has demonstrated innovative strength in navigating these challenges.
Economics Minister Wolfgang Blank (independent) highlighted the significance of entrepreneurs, stating that they take on responsibility for employees, partners, customers, and often also for the region. The President of the IHK Neubrandenburg, Krister Hennige, praised the achievements of the honorees, stating they demonstrate "courage, perseverance, and innovative strength".
Thermowhite Nordost GmbH from Möllenhagen (Mecklenburg Lake District) received the award for "sustainability", reflecting the growing importance of environmental concerns in business practices.
The Entrepreneur of the Year competition is more than just a recognition of economic success; it is a testament to the potential of entrepreneurial action in creating social value. The honorees this year have shown that with courage, perseverance, and innovative strength, businesses can not only thrive but also make a positive impact on their communities.
- Mareen Buchholz, an entrepreneur in the health-and-wellness sector, particularly in women's health, demonstrated innovative strength in navigating the challenges faced by the care industry, securing her the title of Entrepreneur of the Year in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern.
- In the realm of science, Thermowhite Nordost GmbH was acknowledged for its commitment to sustainability, reflecting the growing importance of environmentally conscious practices in businesses across various industries.
- Entrepreneurship and finance go hand in hand, as shown by the family business emano Kunststofftechnik GmbH, which was celebrated for its business development success, contributing significantly to the local economy and society in the district of Rostock.
