Finalist:
Helena Vanderwey
The Company:
The Trading Company, Inc.
www.the-trader.com
Why They Entered the Contest:
While we're confident that we're already on our way to becoming a big business, we're seeking professional guidance for our growth, as well as focusing on the “green revolution” of recycling and utilizing biofuel. Download Their Essay
The Good:
The company, which produces grinder wear parts for the wood recycling industry, is experiencing strong growth: from 10 employees and $600,000 in revenues in 2002, to 32 employees and an estimated $8 million in revenues in 2008.
The Bad:
It’s running out of office space and, for the past year, has been looking for a bigger location near rail access to expand and reduce shipping costs.
The Bottom Line:
A solid company with plenty of room to grow.

