PORT CHARLOTTE \u2014 The Charlotte County Economic Development Office presented Buffalo Graffix with the Excellence in Business Award during Tuesday\u2019s County Commission meeting.<\/p>\n
The award recognizes businesses that demonstrate leadership, strengthen the local economy and show a meaningful commitment to the community, according to a news release.<\/p>\n
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Jordan Aquila accepts the Charlotte County Economic Development Office\u2019s Excellence in Business Award at Tuesday Charlotte County Commission meeting. (From left to right: Janet Johnson, Jordan Ray, Dawn Marx, Jordan Aquilla, Kay Tracy, Kristy Sisler.)<\/p>\n
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Founded in 1988, Buffalo Graffix has been in Charlotte County for more than 35 years.<\/p>\n
The second-generation local business is led by Jordan Aquila, its owner and president.<\/p>\n
The company provides printing, graphic design, mailing, signs and wraps, embroidery, screen printing, promotional products, branded online storefronts and other creative services.<\/p>\n
Over the past three years, the company reported more than $47,000 in community support, donations, donated printing and discounted services to local organizations, according to the county\u2019s announcement.<\/p>\n
It also supports workforce development through its partnership with the Charlotte Technical College Design program, providing student tours and hiring program graduates into full-time positions.<\/p>\n
The Excellence in Business Award recognizes Buffalo Graffix for its leadership, innovation, responsible growth, workforce development and continued commitment to Charlotte County, the news release stated.<\/p>\n