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wbjournal.com | January 7, 2019 | Worcester Business Journal 19 W 3 Award Communicator Award Communicator Award Communicator Award Davey Award Worcester Business Journal Esler Companies StanChem Polymers RH White Construction KCB Solutions JJ Bafaro Best Video Production Proud to add WBJ Best of Business for Video Production to this year's national & international awards for branding, web design, and video excellence. 2018 Awards T o A d d a T o u c h o f L u x u r y F O C U S Employees: 51-200 The Beechwood is the only AAA Four Diamond-rated boutique property in Central Massachusetts and a member of the prestigious Preferred Hotel & Resorts. This year, it celebrates its 30th anniversary. Notable runner-up: AC Hotel Worcester BEST PUBLIC GOLF COURSE Green Hill Municipal Golf Course* Worcester, www.greenhillgc.com Top executive: Matthew Moison, PGA Founded: 1929 Employees: 12 The city-owned course strives to be wel- coming to all ages and abilities while pro- viding top-tier golf conditions. The facility constantly looks for ways to fulfill its mis- sion of service and accessibility, and this spring is opening a new driving range. Notable runners-up: Wachusett Country Club, Cyprian Keyes Golf Club Green Hill Municipal Golf Course BEST LIMOUSINE SERVICE Knight's Airport Limousine Service Inc.* Shrewsbury, www.knightslimo.com Top executive: President & Co-owner Michael Hogan and General Manager & Co-owner Thomas Hogan Founded: 1985 Employees: 140 Knight's has the largest limo fleet west of Route 128, including new propane-fueled vehicles with less environmental impact. The size of its fleet means it can accommodate most last-minute requests, and the service has an agent available 24/7. Notable runner-up: WLimo Beechwood Hotel Knight's Airport Limousine BEST COLLEGE FOR BUSINESS EDUCATION Nichols College* Dudley, www.nichols.edu Top executive: President Susan West Engelkemeyer Founded: 1815 Employees: 208 Nichols focuses on preparing students for leadership roles in their careers, by weaving leadership education and professional development into the college experience. One of the school's latest programs is the industry-focused online accounting degree catered to the profession's modern needs. Notable runner-up: Worcester State University BEST LUXURY AUTOMOBILE DEALERSHIP Wagner Motors* Shrewsbury, www.wagnermotors.com Top executives: CEO Ron Wagner and President Mark Wagner Founded: 1963 Employees: 175 In the shifting world of car dealerships, Wagner remains a hands-on, family-run business. Its latest programs include the Wagner Promise to get the new car you are looking for, even if it doesn't have it on the lot, and the Wagner Shield, a lifetime warranty on new Kia vehicles. A Nichols College business class BEST EXERCISE FACILITY/FITNESS CENTER Worcester Fitness* Worcester, www.worcesterfitness.com Top executive: Owner & President Tim MacDonald Founded: 1978 Employees: 74 Worcester Fitness has created individualized wellness experiences for its customers throughout its 41 year history. In 2019, the club will undergo a $200,000 renovation for a new training room, equipment and fitness programs. Notable runner-up: Planet Fitness Worcester Fitness Owner & President Tim MacDonald Wagner Motors W PHOTO: KILL THE BALL MEDIA