ALEXANDRIA, MN (November 17, 2008) - Tastefully Simple received Employer of the Year and Website of the Year awards at the 5th annual Stevie Awards for Women in Business. Tastefully Simple Founder & CEO Jill Blashack Strahan was also honored as a finalist for Best Entrepreneur at the awards ceremony held in New York City on Friday, November 14.
The Stevie Awards for Women in Business is an international competition recognizing the accomplishments of outstanding women executives, business owners and their organizations. As winners in two categories, Tastefully Simple surpassed many top finalists including Weber Shandwick, DRT Strategies, Inc. and Women Owned New York. More than 1,200 entries from organizations in virtually every industry were submitted for consideration.
Founder & CEO Jill Blashack Strahan and Founding Partner & COO Joani Nielson accepted the awards on behalf of Tastefully Simple. Blashack Strahan says, "It's truly an honor to be recognized among such amazing companies and business leaders. I think the reason why Tastefully Simple stood out is simple - it's the passion and dedication of our consultants and headquarters team. They inspire us to do more - and do it better - every single day."
For the past four years, Tastefully Simple has been ranked in the top 5% of employers nationwide (Center for Values Research, Inc.). In 2006, the company launched its new and improved, award-winning website at tastefullysimple.com - resulting in a 56% increase in online sales within a single year.
Details about the Stevie Awards for Women in Business and a complete list of this year's honorees are available at www.stevieawards.com/women.
About Tastefully Simple
Tastefully Simple is the original national home taste-testing company featuring easy-to-prepare gourmet foods and gifts. The company's unique, high-quality products are offered through independent consultants across the United States. For more information about Tastefully Simple products, taste-testing parties or the business opportunity, contact Tastefully Simple at 866.448.6446 or visit tastefullysimple.com.