Salem Chamber CEO Dan Clem and board member Curt Arthur surprise Kerry Kuenzi (center) and K & E Excavating with the 2016 “Business Excellence” award

Salem Chamber CEO Dan Clem and board member Curt Arthur surprise Kerry Kuenzi (center) and K & E Excavating with the 2016 “Business Excellence” award

Salem is home to a robust and philanthropic business community, and this fact was on display at a high level the morning of November 2nd as K & E Excavating was honored as Salem’s 2016 “Business of the Year”.

Volunteers poured through dozens of nominations for this prestigious award, and K & E Excavating rose to the top. The way that Kerry Kuenzi and the rest of the leadership team at K & E prioritizes personal and professional growth of their team, along with their tireless commitment to the Mid-Valley through charitable endeavors were among the reasons for their selection.

While accepting the award, Kerry praised his team and community partnerships. High level leadership and humility were on display.

Chamber Executive Committee member Curt Arthur remarked “with K & E Excavating, their handshake is their contract. This honorable way of doing business is highly respected among their peers and colleagues.”

Kerry Kuenzi and the rest of the team at K & E Excavating – congratulations. It’s our honor to celebrate this accomplishment with you.

Salem Chamber