The event was presented by the SCV Chamber of Commerce, Valley Industry Association, SCV Economic Development Corporation and The Magazine of Santa Clarita, twelve winners were chosen from a selection committee and announced throughout the evening. Santa Clarita resident and co-anchor of the KTLA 5 Morning News, Chris Schauble, served as the evening’s emcee.  The leadership awards celebrate the accomplishments of local business and organizations that demonstrate exemplary business performance.  Congratulations to all who were nominated.
Check out the following pages to find out a little more about some of the business winners and why they were considered outstanding community leaders.

AWARD WINNERS

• Entrepreneurial Success Award Winner
SOS Entertainment
• Innovation of Product Award Winner
Verti-zzz
• Family Owned Business Award Winner
Camelot Movers
• Rising Star Award Winners
Rustic Eatery
• Medium Business Award Winner
Union Bank
• Non-Profit Award Winner
Henry Mayo Newhall Memorial Health Foundation & Single Mothers Outreach
• Woman/Minority-Owned Award Winner
Sierra School
• Business Leadership Award Winner
Robert Challinor of William S. Hart School District
• Large Business Award Winner
Princess Cruises
• Community Spirit Award Winner
Bayless Engineering
• Small Business Award Winner
Egg Plantation

On behalf of the nearly 2,000 employees of Princess Cruises, we are so pleased to be named the 2013 large business in Santa Clarita. We established our customer service center in this Valley in 1998, and our international headquarters soon followed in 2001. Thank you to the community for recognizing the significance of having the third largest cruise company in the world “homported” in Santa Clarita.
Our company first set sail in 1965 with a single ship cruising to Mexico, and soon became one of the most recognized names in cruising in part because the TV show The Love Boat was set aboard our vessels. The show was widely credited with fueling the dramatic expansion of the cruise industry. In the years since, Princess has frequently paved the way in the cruise industry, often pioneering concepts that have since been adopted by the entire cruise industry.
Today, we have 17 magnificent ships, an array of innovative onboard options, all in an environment of exceptional customer service. Our newest vessel, Royal Princess, recently made headlines when The Duchess of Cambridge became the ship’s godmother. Together, our ships carry 1.7 million passengers each year to destinations around the globe, on six continents.

Camelot Moving
and Storage
28040 Industry Drive, Santa Clarita
www.camelotmovers.com
661-255-3112

Celebrating nearly three decades of providing excellent service to the SCV, Camelot Moving and Storage takes pride in the relationships it has established with its residential and corporate clients throughout the years. Its high standard of service and commitment to the community has earned the company a win in the category of Best Family Owned Business at the 2nd Annual SCV Leadership Awards.
Camelot was nominated with their philanthropic service to the community and beyond. Some of the recipients of Camelot’s efforts include Domestic Violence Center, Boys & Girls Club, Single Mothers Outreach, to name a few.
In 1986, Billy and Carolyn Kornfeld created a company that would provide moving services for their community. They offered moving services with one small moving truck, and throughout the years, have expanded their business to meet increasing demands. Today, Camelot Moving and Storage serves the Santa Clarita and San Fernando Valleys and relocates residents moving out of state.
“This award means a lot to us,” states Billy. “I thank my wife and her brilliant planning and incredibly driven work ethic to enable me to leave the road as a truck driver and to work side-by-side with her in both running our company and raising our family. I thank our kids, who have willingly sacrificed their summer vacations for the business. Our employees, both past and present, many of whom have been with us for almost two decades, have represented our company and brand with pride and integrity. And, of course, I thank the people of Santa Clarita. Your trust is the greatest badge of honor. The Camelot family thanks you for your many decades of support!”

Single Mothers Outreach
23780 Newhall Ave., Ste. 203, Newhall
singlemothersoutreach.org
661-288-0117

Originally founded in 1995, Single Mothers Outreach is a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit organization empowering single parents and their children by providing hope, support and resources so that families can become self-sustaining.  The organization was recently awarded at the SCV Leadership Awards, and was presented with the Non-Profit Leadership award based upon their commitment and dedication to the community.
“This award affirms that the community supports the work we do to empower single parents,” states DaAnne Smith, Executive Director.  “It is also a banner of honor that reflects the fruit of five years’ hard work demonstrating our nonprofit’s value and need in the community…We passionately believe that when you strengthen a single parent, you strengthen the family; when you strengthen the family, you strengthen the whole community.”
Earlier this year, SMO opened a new store, Closet on Main, in downtown Newhall, providing an alternative to corporate retail shopping.  The store has given the community another shopping choice, but with the difference that every dollar spent at Closet on Main also helps strengthen Santa Clarita single parent families. As they like to say, you can “Shop Without Guilt” at Closet on Main! It has also given our community additional volunteer opportunities since Closet on Main is run by an all-volunteer staff under Margo Miller-Hudson’s leadership.
“Our success would not be possible without our board of directors who work so hard to protect SMO’s mission and expand funding opportunities like Closet on Main. I would also like to thank Margo Miller-Hudson, whose expertise and stellar reputation set the stage for Closet on Main’s phenomenal success.”

28128 W. Livingston Ave., Valencia • 661-295-5700

Del West Engineering, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of high-end precision products for commercial and industrial use.  A long dominating presence on the racing circuits, it is now bringing a new breed of metal matrix composites to markets such as aerospace, medical devices and luxury, Swiss-precision watches.
Del West products weld the precision of engineering with the possibilities of exotic materials.  Whether it’s a titanium valve for your engine or an aluminum MMC component for your watch, a building block of tomorrow’s aerospace fleet or an innovation for today’s medical devices, Del West manufactures technology that works.
As a company, Del West only expects the best from its products and firmly stands behind every component it puts forward.  They deliver quality components that outperform anything else on the market, while developing the products and materials our customers will need tomorrow.  At Del West, they are not satisfied with content, understanding that as good as they are, they can always get better.
Today, Del West components help power the engines of race cars and high-performance street cars, as well as street motorcycles, dirt bikes and ATVs.  They expand the design possibilities of luxury Swiss watches.  Thanks to the partnership with Gamma Technology, Del West-manufactured aluminum metal matrix composite parts are finding homes in the aerospace and medical parts industries.
More than 30 years since CEO Al Sommer started the company, he still strongly believes that, “It still comes back to the same thing. Ideas.  That’s who we are. That’s why we moved from aerospace to valves to metal matrix composites.  We are always pursuing new ideas.”  Del West is located at 28128 West Livingston Avenue in Valencia.

661-254-8100

While owner Min Han has made his name in this valley with the popular Fish Tail Grill in Valencia, with the opening of Rustic Eatery last year, he and his brother and co-owner, Alex, have made their mark yet again.  Rustic Eatery was honored at the SCV Leadership Awards with the Rising Star Award.  The Rising Star Award is presented to a new or existing business that has significantly increased its economic impact over the past year.  Rustic Eatery was nominated by the community and chosen by the SCV Leadership Awards Selection Committee.
At Rustic Eatery, each meal is inspired by different cultures of the world, combining the freshest ingredients, daily.  From warm homemade soups, to delicious starters and specialties, you won’t be disappointed.  Indulge in perfectly baked artisan breads that are baked daily to ensure freshness.  Enjoy savory, slow roasted meats, a variety of salad dressings, cheeses and more, or treat yourself to their perfectly flavored hand cut fries or sweet potato fries. ? There is something for everyone, and with so many flavors to choose from, your taste buds will thank you! ?Not only will you get to experience the delicious tastes at Rustic Eatery, but there is also a feeling of family at the restaurant.  Customers are not only enjoying the meals, but also the warm and inviting ambiance and friendly customer service.  Whether it’s lunch or dinner, you can also call in your order, or even placing your order online.