John and Millicent Gruyich have spent a lifetime building an outstanding portfolio of family enterprises. Read More
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Lifetime Achievement Alumni 1998 Jack Berkhout
As he sailed into port (Port Colborne) in 1952, Jack Berkhout had a vision for a prosperous future and his new Canadian homeland. Read More
Lifetime Achievement Alumni 1998 Donald Ziraldo
Like the Canadian wine industry, which he has fervently promoted for over 25 years, Donald Ziraldo merits world-class distinction. Read More
Lifetime Achievement Alumni 1997 Angie Strauss
Angie Strauss is an artist who channeled her talents into a huge organization of uniquely Canadian enterprises. Read More
Lifetime Achievement Alumni 1997 George Yerich Sr.
George grew up in the tourism business. Read More
Lifetime Achievement Alumni 1996 The Late Louis J. Cahill
Louis J. Cahill was recognized by his peers as the “King of Communicators” and Canada’s “Dean of Public Relations” – a true “pioneer” in the field since 1930. Read More
Lifetime Achievement Alumni 1996 The Late John Holer
Arriving in Niagara in 1956, a refugee from post-war military-socialist regime of Slovenia, formally part of Yugoslavia, young John Holer sought work in his profession: wine chemistry. Read More
Lifetime Achievement Alumni 1995 The Late Roy Cairns
Roy Cairns practiced law in the corporate and real estate development field for more than 40 years, and was the founder of Chown, Cairns, one of the largest law firms in St. Catharines. Read More
Lifetime Achievement Alumni 1994 The Late Ken Fowler
Ken Fowler became one of Niagara region’s most successful entrepreneurs by identifying and making the most of opportunities. Read More
Lifetime Achievement Alumni 1994 The Late Edward J. Freeland
Ed Freeland’s life has been described by many as “the consummate Canadian success story”. Read More