Business Excellence Awards 2026 Program

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MAY 28, 2026 6PM - 11PM

EVENING AGENDA

6:00 PM

Cocktail Reception Networking DJ Music Provided DJ Miwako

6:45 PM

Opening Remarks Patrick Brown, Mayor of Brampton Jaipaul Massey-Singh, BBOT CEO Yudhvir Jaswal, CEO, Y Media Group

7:10 PM

Award Presentations Small Business Excellence Corporate Citizen Newcomer Business Achievement Manufacturing Excellence Innovation & Technology

7:50 PM

Business of the Year Award Roshel Inc.

8:15 PM

Dinner Service Entertainment Presented

by Brampton on Stage

7:50 PM

Award Presentations Service Excellence Trade & Logistics Impact Arts & Culture Leadership Sustainability Leadership Workplace Excellence

9:15 PM

Business Person of the Year Award Dr. Mohamed Lachemi President & Vice-Chancellor, Toronto Metropolitan University

9:30 PM

Closing Remarks After Party

WELCOME

Greetings Welcome to the Brampton Board of Trade’s Business Excellence Awards!

Jaipaul Massey-Singh CEO, BBOT

Tonight is more than a celebration of achievement. It’s a reflection of the resilience, innovation, and community spirit that continue to drive Brampton forward. At a time when many organizations are navigating change and uncertainty, this event highlights what can be accomplished through collaboration and shared purpose.

This evening, we proudly recognize the individuals, businesses, and organizations whose leadership and dedication have made a lasting impact on our city. Their contributions extend beyond their industries, helping shape a stronger and more connected community.

More than an awards ceremony, tonight is an opportunity to connect, reflect, and look ahead with optimism. Thank you for joining us in celebrating the people and organizations helping define Brampton’s future. Here’s to continued success, strong partnerships, and growth across our community.

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WELCOME

Boyd Reid Chair, BBOT

Welcome to the 2026 Business Excellence Awards.

Tonight, the Brampton Board of Trade community comes together to celebrate the businesses, leaders, and innovators helping shape the future of our city.

This year, we are proud to recognize more than 50 nominees across 10 award categories. Representing a wide range of industries, backgrounds, and business sizes, each nominee has made a meaningful impact through leadership, innovation, and community involvement.

While their journeys may differ, they all share a commitment to excellence and to strengthening Brampton’s business community.

We also extend our sincere thanks to our judges for their time, care, and dedication throughout the selection process. Their thoughtful contributions helped ensure each award reflects the outstanding achievements of this year’s nominees.

Thank you for joining us this evening as we celebrate the accomplishments, growth, and success of our business community.

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ABOUT BBOT

About Brampton Board of Trade Brampton’s Largest Business Association

The Brampton Board of Trade is where businesses of all shapes, sizes and sectors convene, collaborate and create solutions to boost regional economic prosperity.

Brampton business leaders are focused on running their businesses cost-effectively and successfully, while handling a myriad of challenges such as technology, competitiveness, job creation and government legislation. The Board of Trade helps members make the right connections and provides solutions to the toughest problems — shaping change and advocating for Brampton. Members of the Board of Trade also have access to countless tools to help grow their business, increase productivity, and control their bottom line.

In order for our city to realize its full potential and to capitalize on the tremendous opportunities ahead, businesses and all levels of government need to be aligned. Brampton’s moment is now.

BBOT Wrapped: A Year in Highlights

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BBOT TEAM MEMBERS

2026 Brampton Board of Trade Team Members Jaipaul Massey-Singh CEO

Joshua Bulatovich Manager, Marketing & Communications

Natalie Williams

Senior Membership Success Lead

Vijai Kumar Singh

Manager, Policy & Government Relations

Sonia D’Alimonte

Manager, Events & Community Networks

Brianna Langan

Event & Member Engagement Coordinator

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS

2026 Board of Directors Boyd-Reid, Chair

Co-Founder & COO, Hop In Microtransit Technologies Inc.

Upjit Kansal, Chair-Elect

Business Development Officer, J D Factors

Kate Saldanha, Past- Chair Lawyer, Prouse, Dash & Crouch

Jason Green

Director, Acquisitions & Development, Greenwin

Paula Harvey

Owner, Operator, H6 Rentals

Gabriel Lagunes

Director of Marketing & Asia Intermodal International, CN

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS

2026 Board of Directors Fred Marques

Chief Operating Officer, Maple Lodge Farms

Amisha Moorjani

Owner, The Food Quotient

Mohit Sharma

President & CEO, Zochem LLC

Deepinder Singh Founder & CEO, Prudle Labs

Usha Srinivasan Founder & CEO, BRready Talent

Reena Sohi

Vice President, Commercial Financial Services RBC

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Tonight’s Entertainment

DJ Miwako Creative Industries Student at Toronto Metropolitan University

Miwako is a fourth-year Creative Industries student at Toronto Metropolitan University who has performed as a guest DJ for brands including the Toronto FC, Toronto Argonauts, and Guess Clothing. She is building a career in the music industry, focusing on marketing and tour management, while growing her personal brand through creative social content.

Nick Mistapha Toronto Artist

Nick Mustapha is a Toronto based artist fusing jazz and soul into a groove-driven, expressive sound. A finalist at the Toronto Undergraduate Jazz Festival and Niagara Jazz Festival Youth Artist program, Nick has toured across North America and Europe as a keyboardist and is now stepping boldly into his own artistry with music that is a culmination of his own experiences and influences.

BUSINESS PERSON OF THE YEAR

BUSINESS PERSON OF THE YEAR

Dr. Mohamed Lachemi President and Vice-Chancellor, Toronto Metropolitan University The Brampton Board of Trade is proud to honour Dr. Mohamed Lachemi, President and ViceChancellor of Toronto Metropolitan University, as the 2026 Business Person of the Year.

A respected leader in education, innovation, and city-building, Dr. Lachemi has played a pivotal role in advancing talent development, research excellence, and industry collaboration. His commitment to fostering inclusive growth and strengthening connections between academia and business continues to make a lasting impact on Brampton.

BUSINESS OF THE YEAR

BUSINESS OF THE YEAR

Roshel Smart Armoured Vehicles The Brampton Board of Trade is proud to recognize Roshel Inc. as the 2026 Business of the Year.

A global leader in advanced manufacturing and armored vehicle production, Roshel has demonstrated exceptional growth, innovation, and operational excellence while putting Brampton on the map as a hub for world-class manufacturing.

Through its commitment to quality, job creation, and international impact, Roshel exemplifies the strength and resilience of Brampton’s business community.

Small Business Excellence Award Presented by

Small Business Excellence Nominees

Ask4Care Support Services Inc.

eDel Logistics

Berriault and Associates Consulting Group

Pepper On The Side

HNR Solutions

Small Business Excellence Nominees

JUST Instruments

Veritas International School

ECUA-CAN Import Export

Dianne’s Mastectomy

Corporate Citizen Presented by

Corporate Citizen Nominees

Brampton Steelheads

Clorox

Canadian Tire

Meridian

Attrell Toyota

Newcomer Business Achievement Presented by

Newcomer Business Achievement Nominees

Tripplemos Foods

Enabled Talent

Milesmate Inc

ibentos

Manufcaturing Excellence Presented by

Manufacturing Excellence Nominees

AMIR Quality Meats

Brampton Brick

Italpasta

SHW Automotive

Tipco

Woodlore

Innovation & Technology Presented by

Innovation & Technology Nominees

Flip and Floss

Alshar Inc.

Pet Valu

Milesmate Inc.

Pillway

Rova Products Canada

Innovation & Technology Nominees

Karlene Millwood International

Lexington Canada

ibentos

genledge

Shield Identity

Service Excellence Presented by

Service Excellence Nominees

Amir Quality Meats

ASK4CARE SUPPORT SERVICES INC

Church’s Texas Chicken

CounselPro Law

Dianne’s Mastectomy

Service Excellence Nominees

Family Services of Peel

Enabled Talent

Greater Toronto Executive Centre

JA Central Ontario

Lakeside Garden Gallery

Lexington Canada

Service Excellence Nominees

Making Waves Swim School

My Community Services

Roots Community Services

Rise & Shine Communities

Queen’s Manor Event Centre

Trade & Logistics Impact Presented by

Trade & Logistics Impact

Milesmate inc

ITN Logistics

e-Del Logistics Inc 3Way International Logistics Inc

Arts & Culture Leadership Presented by

Arts & Culture Leadership Nominees

AC2 Studio

B-Jazzed

Brampton Arts Organization

The Spades Family Foundation

The Milna Collective

Meegan Lim Illustration

Sustainability Leadership Presented by

Sustainability Leadership Nominees

Milesmate inc

Partners in Project Green

Eco Brown Essentials Ltd.

ECOBRIGHT ENERGY INC

Dynacare

Workplace Excellence Presented by

Workplace Excellence Nominees

Armagh House

Amir Quality Meats Brampton Arts Organization Canon Canada

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