MUNDELEIN, Ill., April 4 /PRNewswire/ -- Mundelein-based corporation Sysmex America, Inc. today announced that it is the recipient of the 2006 Business of the Year award from Mundelein MainStreet. The award is given to a business that inspires others to contribute their time and talents to Mundelein MainStreet. Mundelein MainStreet, a downtown revitalization effort, is a not-for-profit corporation formed in 1993 to renew interest and investment in downtown Mundelein, Illinois. Sysmex America is the United States subsidiary of Sysmex, Kobe, Japan, a world leader in clinical laboratory design, systemization and solutions.
"We are honored that our corporate citizenship has been recognized by such a well-respected organization in our local community. We look forward to supporting the continued efforts of local residents, businesses and village officials as they seek to improve the economic development of downtown Mundelein," said John Kershaw.
"On behalf of Mundelein MainStreet, we want to thank Sysmex America for their support and for their assistance. Sysmex mirrors our organization's goal of collaborative working relationships aimed at marketing Mundelein as a good home for families and businesses," said Marian Rodriquez, Executive Director, Mundelein MainStreet.
About Business of the Year Award
The Business of the Year Award is given yearly by Mundelein MainStreet in honor of Leland "Trig" Watson, Jr., of the Historical Society of Fort Hill Country. Mr. Watson was an advisory board member and member-at-large for Mundelein MainStreet. This award, officially known as the "Leland Trig Watson, Jr. Business of the Year Award" is presented to a business that reflects Mr. Watson's spirit of volunteerism and dedication to the Mundelein MainStreet organization.
About Sysmex America, Inc.
Sysmex America, Inc., the U.S. headquarters of Sysmex Corporation (Kobe, Japan), is a world leader in clinical laboratory systemization and solutions, including clinical diagnostics, automation and information systems. Serving customers for over 35 years, Sysmex focuses on extending the boundaries of diagnostic science while providing the management information tools that make a real difference in clinical and operational results for people worldwide. For more information about Sysmex, please visit http://www.sysmex.com/usa .
Sysmex America, Inc.CONTACT: Tammy Kutz, Manager, Media & Events of Sysmex America, Inc.,+1-847-996-4531, kutzt@sysmex.com
Web site: http://www.sysmex.com/usa/
