Kelowna business Twirling Umbrellas was named a finalist for the Small Business BC Awards. (Facebook)

Kelowna Company Named a Finalist for Small Business BC Awards

Twirling Umbrellas is one of five companies selected for the Best Company Award

A small business in Kelowna was recognized as one of the top companies in the province by the Small Business BC Awards.

Twirling Umbrellas, a web design and digital marketing group, is one of five finalists for the Best Company Award and one of only 40 companies selected through a selection process that included over 600 small businesses across the province for 17th business -BC Awards.

“As British Columbia’s premier small business competition, these awards not only recognize the excellence of local entrepreneurs, but also provide a powerful platform for future success,” states the Small Business BC website.

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Most of the nominated finalists in the eight categories come from Vancouver, the Fraser Valley and the coast.

In addition to Twirling Umbrellas, there were Summit Tiny Homes from Vernon, which were nominated for the Best Marketer Award, and Mismack Clean Cosmetics from Salmon Arm, which were nominated in the Best Youth Entrepreneur category.

In the final step towards the winner of the Best Company Award category, Twirling Umbrellas will present their business to a jury of experts. The winning companies will be announced in Vancouver on February 21st.

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