Happy Anniversary!
Congratulations to the 320 member companies celebrating a milestone anniversary in 2008! The PEI Journal wishes you, your employees and your families continued success.
Here are three companies that marked the day with special festivities.
| E-Jay Celebrates 30 Years With Fireworks |
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On August 21, 2008, E-Jay Petroleum Serv-ices of Calgary, Alberta, Canada, celebrated 30 years in business by hosting a tent at Globalfest, an international fireworks competition and festival held each year in Calgary. E-Jay employees, customers and friends enjoyed dinner under the tent before moving outside to watch the night’s spectacular fireworks display. “The celebration was held to honor our employees,” says President Heather Loat. “Without their help, commitment and pride in completing a job successfully, E-Jay Petroleum Services wouldn’t be where it is today.” |
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| Grimm's Pump & Industrial Supply At 50 Years |
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| Grimm’s Pump owners and employees weren’t the only ones celebrating the company’s 50th anniversary. Local customers were also invited to the party, held on Friday, July 18, at the company’s headquarters in Rapid City, South Dakota. Guests mingled under a tent, where photos of Grimm’s early days were on proud display. “The weather was perfect,” says Office Manager Karen King, “and having our customers enjoy the party with us was the best way to celebrate 50 great years.” |
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| Mid-Michigan Reigns Supreme After 15 Years |
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To celebrate their 15th anniversary, employees at
Mid-Michigan Station Services of Chesaning, Michigan, planned an outdoor picnic with boat rides and other outdoor activities on Sunday, September 14. Although outdoor festivities were hampered by heavy rain, the party carried on. Guests gathered in Vice President Mike LaFehr’s garage, which was quickly transformed into Anniversary Central. They enjoyed bingo, trivia games, door prizes, a full buffet and meeting old friends. Says LaFehr, “It was nothing like we planned, but we had a great time!” |
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| Excell Fueling Systems Reels In 15 Years |
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| On September 27, Excell Fueling Systems (Austin, TX) celebrated its 15 year anniversary with a fishing trip on the Texas coast. After Excell employees, spouses and their children spent the day on the waters of Port Aransas, the group hit dry land for dinner at the Trout Street Bar and Grill, where they toasted to 15 years of business success. Says Vice President Susan Rollins, “We caught a few fish and had lots of fun!” |
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Click for a list of companies celebrating anniversaries in the following divisions:
Distributor | Manufacturer | Affiliate | Service & Construction
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