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- Posted Thursday March 20, 2014
TGen recognized as '2014 Economic Driver' by Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce
GPCC Impact Awards recognize ability, tenacity and sense of community
PHOENIX, Ariz. - March 20, 2014 - The Greater
Phoenix Chamber of Commerce has selected the Translational
Genomics Research Institute (TGen) for one of its 2014 Impact
Awards.
TGen was selected among small to medium business in the category
of 2014 Economic Driver.
"These companies represent the spirit of the entrepreneur - a
spirit that truly makes an impact on our community and our
Chamber," Todd Sanders, GPCC President and CEO, said in a press
release. "It's a privilege to honor those who continue to innovate,
take risks, boost our economy and create jobs. Their ability,
tenacity and sense of community are an inspiration to all."
The IMPACT Awards honor the accomplishments of small and large
businesses and the impact they have on the Valley's business
community and economy.
"TGen is honored to be recognized by the Greater Phoenix Chamber
of Commerce. Through our research into the human genome, we strive
to not only make an impact on the Arizona economy, but also
endeavor - though precision medicine - to help develop new tools,
capabilities and therapies that benefit our patients, and benefit
Arizona patients first," said Tess Burleson, TGen's Chief Operating
Officer.
This year, GPCC recognizes two recipients in each of four
categories: Community Champion, Economic Driver, Entrepreneurial
Excellence, and Response to Adversity.
Small to Medium Business Category:
2014 Community Champion: Native American Connections
2014 Economic Driver: Translational Genomics Research Institute
(TGen)
2014 Entrepreneurial Excellence: Risas Dental and Braces
2014 Response to Adversity: NJOY, Inc.
Large Business Category:
2014 Community Champion: Phoenix Children's Hospital
2014 Economic Driver: Sundt Construction, Inc.
2014 Entrepreneurial Excellence: The CORE Institute
2014 Response to Adversity: Phoenix Zoo
The 2014 IMPACT Businesses of the Year will be selected from these
honorees and announced at the 27th annual IMPACT Awards luncheon,
11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. May 15, at the Arizona Biltmore. For more
information, visit www.phoenixchamber.com/impact.
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About TGen
Translational Genomics Research Institute (TGen) is a Phoenix,
Arizona-based non-profit organization dedicated to conducting
groundbreaking research with life changing results. TGen is focused
on helping patients with cancer, neurological disorders and
diabetes, through cutting edge translational research (the process
of rapidly moving research towards patient benefit). TGen
physicians and scientists work to unravel the genetic components of
both common and rare complex diseases in adults and children.
Working with collaborators in the scientific and medical
communities literally worldwide, TGen makes a substantial
contribution to help our patients through efficiency and
effectiveness of the translational process. For more information,
visit:www.tgen.org.
Press Contact:
Steve Yozwiak
TGen Senior Science Writer
602-343-8704
[email protected]
