Rockford, IL (July 30,
2014) - The Rockford Area Venues and Entertainment Authority (RAVE) board announced
today that the BMO Harris Bank Center has been selected for the 2014 Illinois
Excellence Award by the United States Trade and Commerce Research Institute
(USTCRI) in the Excellence in Sports and Recreation category.
“The RAVE Board is excited that the BMO Harris Bank Center
has been recognized by the United States Trade and Commerce Research
Institute,” said Craig Thomas, RAVE Chairman. “The BMO Harris Bank Center is an
extremely valuable asset and we will continue to pursue and schedule great
events and acts at the venue for our community.”
Each year the USTCRI conducts business surveys and industry
research to identify companies that have achieved demonstrable success in their
local business environment and industry category. BMO Harris Bank Center has
been recognized as having enhanced the commitment and contribution of small
businesses through service to its customers and community.
The BMO Harris Bank Center is managed by SMG, the world leader in
venue management, and has consistently demonstrated a high regard for upholding
business ethics and company values. This recognition by USTCRI marks a
significant achievement for the BMO Harris Bank Center as an emerging leader
and for setting benchmarks that others within the industry should follow.
As part of the industry research and business surveys, various sources of information were gathered and analyzed to select recognized companies in each category. This research is part of an exhaustive process that encapsulates a yearlong immersion in the business climate of Illinois.
For information on events taking place at the BMO Harris
Bank Center, please visit thebmoharrisbankcenter.com.
About USTCRI
The USTCRI is a leading authority on researching, evaluating and
recognizing companies across a wide spectrum of industries that meet its
stringent standards of excellence. It has spearheaded the idea of independent
enterprise and entrepreneurial growth allowing businesses of all sizes to be
recognized locally and encouraged globally.
Particular emphasis is given to meeting and exceeding industry
benchmarks for customer service, product quality and ethical practices.
Industry leading standards and practices have been developed and implementation
of the same has been pioneered by the dedicated efforts of the business
community and commerce leadership.
