2011 News

Free Enterprise Honoree

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Midway Electric, Inc. was named Free Enterprise Honoree which is 1 of 25 companies across the US. They were recognized from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce for their strong business practices and contributions to the economy.

Debin Benish Outstanding Businesswoman Award

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In honor of Debin’s memory, Michele Spry has been selected as the 7th annual Debin Benish Outstanding Businesswoman award recipient at the Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Awards Banquet on June 21, 2011. Michele has proven her leadership abilities time and time again. She has developed her leadership skills through her community involvement and experience of owning and operating Midway Electric, Inc.

2009 News

Midway Electric, Inc. was nominated for the local Columbia Chamber of Commerce 2009 Small Business of the Year.  This was such a huge honor for someone within our community to nominate us again. We put our heart and soul into filling out the lengthy package that was sent to us from the Chamber of Commerce. We added some “extra” pieces in our packet so that the board, which would be doing the voting, would have a good understanding of who we are, what we do, and adding pictures of our buildings, employees, and some of our community involvement.

 The finalists were announced on March 17, 2009 at a luncheon that was held during the 2009 Business Conference & Showcase here in Columbia, MO. We were very excited to be one of the 5 finalists named and the other 4 finalists were: Advanced Vision, Peckham Wright Architects, PS: Gallery and Trabue, Hansen & Hinshaw.  This is an amazing experience being recognized as a finalist with 4 other top-notch companies.

During Small Business Week (April 27th – May 1st) each business held a presentation at either their place of business or at the Columbia Chamber of Commerce giving the audience a vivid picture of their small business. This was a lot of fun getting to see inside each of the businesses and seeing how different yet how similar we are. We all started with a vision and/or a dream and how we have worked to make our dream a reality and where we want to take our businesses into the future.

On Friday May 1st the Columbia Chamber of Commerce and the Small Business Committee held an awards luncheon at the Courtyard by Marriott. They announced the winner of 2009 Small Business of the Year as Midway Electric, Inc. We were very shocked but honored. What an amazing experience this has been and I wish the other companies the best of luck into the future.

Midway Electric, Inc. receives
the annual U.S. Chamber of Commerce
Blue Ribbon Small Business Award

Dear Ms. Spry:

Let me be the first to congratulate Midway Electric, Inc. on receiving the annual U.S. Chamber of Commerce Blue Ribbon Small Business Award sponsored by Sam’s Club!

Your company emerged as one of the 56 top small businesses in our applicant pool, a truly outstanding accomplishment. An official letter will be mailed to congratulate you on your award.

We look forward to seeing you in Washington, D.C., for America’s Small Business Summit 2009, May 11 to 13, where we will honor Midway Electric, Inc. along with other blue ribbon award winners at a Gala luncheon.

Best Wishes,

Margaret Shepard
U.S. Chamber of Commerce

The Columbia Daily Tribune wrote an article about the accomplishments of Midway Electric Inc. >>> Click here for Article

2008 News

Columbia Chamber of Commerce's
2008 Small Business of the Year Finalist.

In February 2008, Midway Electric, Inc. received a package in the mail advising us of our nomination for the Columbia Chamber of Commerce 2008 Small Business of the Year! We were asked to answer questions in 5 different areas of our business. These questions included Business Growth, Business Management & Human Capital, Community Involvement, Intangible Considerations and Marketing. It was really interesting to reflect on our business over the past 7 years and see where we came from and where we are today and where we plan on being in the future. 

On March 18, 2008 at the Columbia Chamber of Commerce Quarterly Membership Breakfast it was announced in front of 400 + people that we were a finalist for 2008 Small Business of the Year! There were 18 applicants and 5 are chosen for finalist stage. This is a huge honor with the Columbia Chamber of Commerce. We were in the finalist stage with 4 other great businesses. These businesses were Tiger Turf, Key Largo Fitness & Tanning, Witt Print Shop and Frame It Right.

During Small Business week (May 5-9th) each business was asked to give a hour long presentation about their business. We were nervous, electric is pretty boring to most people, but it went great. We had a great power point and great visual displays as well as help from our estimator, Derry Wiswall, and one of our master electricians, Kim Wischmeyer.  We also had Jay Hasheider with the City of Columbia Water & Light and Chris Rohlfing with Boone Electric there to give tips on how to conserve energy and discuss programs they currently have available to their consumers.

On May 9th they held an awards luncheon at the Courtyard by the Marriott and announced the winner of 2008 Small Business of the Year. The winner was Key Largo Fitness & Tanning.

Even if we are just a finalist it was an amazing experience for us and I am happy that we were able to participate.

>> View the complete article here

2007 News

Michele was locked up for MDA and raised the most money in Columbia, MO. 

As many of you know I was chosen to be “locked up” for MDA. The theme this year was “Passport To A Cure”. It was a blast! The MDA team picked me up and took me to “jail” which was held at the Memorial Stadium Football Suites in Columbia, MO.

When we entered the suites you had your picture taken for your passport and handed a boarding pass. There were 5 different areas of the world set up for you tour as you raised money.

I started out in Cozumel then went to Hong Kong, Africa, Swiss Alps and ended my tour in Paris.

Paris was only visited by “jailbirds” that raised $1,500.00 or more. This was the first time I have ever been “locked up” and was an amazing experience for me personally and we helped benefit an amazing cause such as the MDA.

With everyone’s help I was able to raise $3,125.00, which made me the top “jailbird” in Columbia, MO.

I couldn’t have done it without everyone’s help. I was also picked to present our check to the local portion of the 2007 MDA Telethon on live TV!  Thanks to everyone who was such a good sport and getting me out of “jail”!

2006 News

Midway Electric, Inc. was established on November 1, 2001 with administrative and operational operations run from our home in a 1, 500 square foot shop.

This setup was ideal during the companies startup days but as the company grew, it became apparent a larger facility would be needed.

In 2005 we purchased 3 acres in Midway and started the lengthy construction process. In July 2006, Midway Electric, Inc. moved into a brand new 11,700 square foot facility!

The new facility has provided us the much needed space to allow the company to continue to grow.

See our Watt's Up area to find out more about our dedicated team.