The SEN Design Group presented industry awards during its Spring Conference March 13-15 in St. Augustine, FL.

The SEN Design Grouppresented industry awards during its Spring Conference March 13-15 in St. Augustine, FL, which drew more than 340 design firm personnel and vendors. Following is a listing of the winners for 2007.

Businessperson of the Year (M.A. Peterson Award):

  • Carol Lindell, president of DCI Home Resource, Charlotte, NC

  • Jack Kellerman, president of Kellerman Kitchen & Bath, Baton Rouge, LA

Rising Star Award:

  • Craig Malkani, CKS Kitchen & Bath Studio, Durham, NC

Steady Star Award:

  • Steven Erenrich, president, Patete Kitchen & Bath, Carnegie, PA

Newcomer of the Year Award:

  • Ken Kohley, president, Blue Ribbon Millwork

Representative of the Year Award:

  • Tim Bates, national sales manager, Holiday Kitchens

Also, awards were presented for the Top 10 SEN Member Purchases in 2007:

    10. Chuck Chwastyk, Custom Crafters

    9. Jerry Crum, Keidel Supply

    8. Terry Barth, Kitchen King

    7. Dan Luck, Bella Domicile

    6. Kevin Telaak, Appliance Associates

    5. Bruce Bauerle, Five Star Kitchens

    4. Carol Lindell, DCI Home Resources

    3. Jack Kellerman, Kellerman Kitchen & Bath

    2. Larry Lowenthal, Gilman Screens & Kitchens

    1. George Menihtas, Boston Kitchens