CORONA, Calif., Nov. 17, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- AVT, Inc. (OTC
Markets: AVTC) (www.autoretail.com), a design integrator and
manufacturer of high performance automated retailing systems,
custom vending machines, and technology-driven self service
branding and merchandising solutions, was named as a Finalist in
the 2014 Spirit of the Entrepreneur Awards. Only three individuals
were selected in the category of "Innovator Entrepreneur," in which
Illingworth was named a Finalist.
A record audience of 760 business and community leaders gathered
to celebrate and honor these entrepreneurs during the 12th Annual
Spirit of the Entrepreneur Awards, an event recognizing the
leadership, innovation and business acumen of these special
individuals.
The event was presented by the Center for Entrepreneurship at
California State University San
Bernardino, and was sponsored by leading organizations
including Bank of America, Los Angeles News Group, UPS, Wells
Fargo, and others.
Previous award recipients include Jerry Mall, owner of K&N
Engineering (automotive filters and accessories); Jack Brown, CEO of Stater Bros Markets (major
grocery store chain); and Anthony Magilica, Founder and CEO of Mag
Instruments (makers of Mag-Lite flashlights).
Dr. Mike Stull, founding
organizer of the event and director of Cal
State San Bernardino's Center for Entrepreneurship, said,
"The unique companies and inspiring success stories continues to
amaze us."
Shannon Illingworth, the Founder
and Chairman of AVT, Inc. said he was pleased to be among the
honorees. "It is a tribute to our team of developers, engineers and
designers that we were selected to stand among an exclusive group
of leading innovators and visionaries," he commented. "I also want
to congratulate the other remarkable individuals and companies that
were nominated for this esteemed award."
AVT is recognized as a leader in the retail automation industry.
Their innovative designs and technology-driven solutions continue
to push the industry forward, while increasing brand recognition
and generating new revenue streams for clients worldwide.
For information, call AVT: (877) 424-3663, or visit:
www.autoretail.com.
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SOURCE AVT, Inc.