Congratulations to the 2016 Golden Dragon Awards Recipients

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Congratulations to the 2016 Golden Dragon Awards Recipients

01 Jan

January 1, 2017 – Congratulations to the awardees of the Seventh Annual Golden Dragon Awards.

Golden Dragon Award:
90.7 WMFE

LaFontaine E. Oliver, president and general manager of 90.7 WMFE, accepted the 2016 Golden Dragon Award on behalf of the station. “I am grateful for the recognition bestowed upon 90.7 WMFE from the Asian American Chamber of Commerce with their Golden Dragon Award,” Oliver said. “It was an honor to accept the award acknowledging the significant positive impact that 90.7 WMFE public radio for Central Florida provides our community. We take seriously our charge to inform and engage Central Floridians.”

Diversity Champion Award:
Tupperware Brands

Golden Hands Award:
Ricky Ly

Rising Stars Award:
Judy Le and Kim Tran of Pearl White Events

Asian Entrepreneurs of the Year Award:
Robert and Teresa Ly of Sus Hi Eatstation

President’s Award:
Ann Catris and Marie Aguilar

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