A Smart100 CEO is recognized for his or her leadership, strategic vision and character in running a business. The 100 CEOs span many industries including construction, healthcare, IT, staffing, and much more. These 100 CEOs are the thought leaders of today's businesses. Throughout the year, the Smart100 CEOs engage in exclusive networking events at private venues and are able to attend other SmartCEO events and award ceremonies.

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Baltimore Smart100 Contact: Jolene Gaulke, jolene@smartceo.com

Philadelphia Smart100 Contact: Jacqueline George, jgeorge@smartceo.com and Fay Steiger, fay@smartceo.com

Washington Smart100 Contact: Jacqueline George, jgeorge@smartceo.com

Washington SmartCEO magazine, Helios HR, and Washington metropolitan chapters of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) proudly bring Greater Washington the 2008 Helios HR Apollo Awards. The Apollo Awards recognize organizations that promote employee growth and development as an integral part of their organizational culture.

In partnership with Baltimore SmartCEO magazine, The Entrepreneur of the Year Award program celebrates exactly what its name implies – the entrepreneur. Being a recipient of this prestigious business award means you're at the top of your game. This program is produced by Ernst & Young's Strategic Growth Markets practice which is committed to serving both high-growth public and private companies and companies planning to go public.

Baltimore SmartCEO and the BBB salute Maryland's Business Stars with the BBB Torch Awards in September. The awards program celebrates businesses who continue to operate by the highest standards of fair and honest behavior. SmartCEO profiles the finalists and celebrates the winners with the BBB at the awards event.