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AWARDS

Although Southern California World Trade Week awards are presented during official activities in May, the organization seeks potential awardees year-round.
Southern California World Trade Week awards include:

2010 Award Winners


Stanley T. Olafson Bronze Plaque

Dr. Abraham Lowenthal


This prestigious plaque recognizes an outstanding member of the
world trade community in Southern California who has contributed
above and beyond job requirements throughout a long career in
international trade.


Export Achievement Award

Paulson Manufacturing Corporation & Saddleback Educational Publishing


Recognizing local companies, especially small and medium-sized
firms, which have experienced significant and continued growth in
export sales and now derive a significant portion of their revenue
from exports.


Service to World Traders Award

International Checkout, Inc.


Honoring businesses that have demonstrated a sustained
commitment to serving world traders in such diverse areas as
transportation, financing and law.


Special Recognition Award

California Fashion Association


Spotlighting the outstanding contributions of a nonprofit organization
or volunteer member of the trade community that does not fall into
the above categories.


Bob Kleist Leadership Award

Los Angeles World Airports


This prestigious award recognizes and honors an organization
or company that has demonstrated inspirational and visionary
leadership in the development of world trade in Southern California.
The recipient exemplifies the attributes of Bob Kleist, such as being
a positive spokesperson and force for trade, advocating for Southern
California’s interests in promoting trade and providing world class
education for the next generation of international traders. Their work
benefits the trade community at large and broadens the horizons of
what is possible through trade.


To submit candidates or for more information regarding
these awards, contact Global Initiatives Manager
Jasmin Sakai-Gonzalez, 213.580.7569 or
jgonzalez@lachamber.com.