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Hartford Business Journal (HBJ) has recognized Russell and Dawson Inc. with the 2023 Family Business Award under the category of “Less than 25 Full-time Employees” during an event organized by HBJ on June 15, 2023, at the Farmington Gardens.

HBJ hosted an award ceremony to recognize some of the best family-owned companies that are the backbone of small businesses in Connecticut and nationwide. This HBJ’s annual Connecticut Family Business Awards program received an overwhelmingly positive response, with over 40 nominations under various categories.

“We are truly honoured to receive the Family Business Award for the second time. This recognition highlights our determined commitment to our employees, customers, and community. We would like to thank the jury and HBJ for recognizing Russell and Dawson with the prestigious 2023 Connecticut Family Business Award”, quoted, Chirag B. Thaker, President of Russell and Dawson Inc.

“Russell and Dawson Inc.’s achievement of receiving the 2023 Family Business Award for the second time showcases their exceptional contributions to the business landscape. Their commitment to their employees, customers, and community sets them apart as a true leader in the industry. We are pleased to honour their accomplishments and celebrate their ongoing dedication to excellence”, said HBJ Publisher, Tom Curtin.

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Here is a featured article about Russell and Dawson Inc. on Hartford Business Journal’s website.

The Hartford Business Journal is a growth-oriented business information company serving customers through multiple platforms across Greater Hartford and Connecticut. Hartford Business Journal is passionate about successful entrepreneurship and is the acknowledged leaders in catalyzing valued business connections for customers; both readers and advertisers.

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Bob was member of Ellington Historical Society and worked on renovating the McKnight House into the Nellie McKnight Museum. He served Ellington Bicentennial Commission organizing celebrations in 1976 and 1986. Robert served Ellington with humility and zeal as members of numerous Boards and Committees, including the Hall Memorial Library Board of Directors, Jury Selection Committee, Ellington Historical Society, Ellington High School Building Committee, the Bicentennial Committee, the Zoning Board of Appeals, and the Design Review Board.

Russell and Dawson is a client-1st architectural design, engineering and construction services firm based out of Hartford, Connecticut. Since 1965, Russell and Dawson has completed more than 10,000 projects across various sectors in the northeast states. Read more about Russell and Dawson

Robert and Margaret Dawson served Ellington with humility and zeal as members of numerous Boards and Committees, including the Hall Memorial Library Board of Directors, Jury Selection Committee, Ellington Historical Society, Ellington High School Building Committee, the Bicentennial Committee, the Zoning Board of Appeals, and the Design Review Board, of which Bob still serves as Chairman

Russell and Dawson is a client-1st architectural design, engineering and construction services firm based out of Hartford, Connecticut. Since 1965, Russell and Dawson has completed more than 10,000 projects across various sectors in the northeast states. Read more about Russell And Dawson

Russell and Dawson Inc., an A/E/C firm and AORBIS Inc., the supplier of building products donated more than US$550,000 worth PPE supplies to Jamaican Health System through collaboration with Hartford HealthCare. The donation includes KN-95 masks, 3-ply masks, gloves, gowns and hand sanitizer — items which are still in great need in Jamaica.

Hartford HealthCare has forged a strong partnership with the Jamaican Health System since the start of the pandemic by facilitating donation of equipment & supplies and exchange of technology and information. “We shared the need of PPE supplies with local businesses, we are so grateful to leadership of Chirag Thaker & Jalpa Thaker in making this donation to Jamaican Healthcare System,” said Bimal Patel, President of Hartford Hospital and Senior Vice President, Hartford HealthCare.

“With the on-going pandemic, we were looking to donate PPE kits where they would be most valuable and useful. After learning about this excellent opportunity from Keith Grant, Sr. System Director for Infection Prevention at Hartford Healthcare, we decided to support the Jamaican Health System by making a contribution for the benefit of an island” said Chirag Thaker, President, Russell and Dawson Inc. and AORBIS Inc.

Chris Benjamin, Community Relations Officer for the Jamaican Consulate in New York City said “This donation will go a long way in alleviating the difficulties we are still having in Jamaica because of the pandemic. These PPE will be distributed to several hospitals on the island. It will help ensure there is an adequate supply of PPE, especially in the areas of greatest need,”

• Russell and Dawson Inc. and AORBIS Inc. donated 25,000 K95 masks and 10,000 hand sanitizers to Community Renewal Team Inc., Anti-Poverty mission to aid people in Central Connecticut.
• Russell and Dawson Inc. provided Pro-Bono Structural Design Services for Growing Spaces Growing Dome®, a greenhouse project for Community Child Guidance Clinic (CCGC).
• Russell and Dawson Inc. has offered architectural design services either pro-bono or at minimal rates to more than 15 Animal Shelter Projects, 70 Worship Places (Churches, Temples, Mosques), 5 local Community Centers (Christian, Jewish, Islamic)

Russell and Dawson is a client-1st architectural design, engineering and construction services firm based out of Hartford, Connecticut. Since 1965, Russell and Dawson has completed more than 10,000 projects across various sectors in the northeast states. Read more about Russell And Dawson

Established in the year 2018, AORBIS Procures Building Products, Materials, and Services for Owners, and General Contractors in the United States. Read more about AORBIS INC.

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Hartford Business Journal (HBJ) has recognized Dan Lyman Russell, co-founder of Russell and Dawson Inc. and retiree, with the 2022 Family Business Lifetime Achievement Award for his contributions and achievements in the architecture and engineering sector in the state of Connecticut during an event organized by Hartford Business Journal held on June 16, 2022 at the Farmington Gardens.

HBJ hosted an award ceremony to recognize the outstanding achievements of state’s some of the best family-owned companies and individuals under various categories. This annual Connecticut Family Business Awards program received over 40 nominations under various categories. This year’s class of winners was chosen by independent panel of judges from UConn’s Family Business Program and Klingberg Family Centers.

“We are very pleased and excited that Dan Russell is honored by the Hartford Business Journal for his work, dedication and contributions made over the period of 60 years. We would like to thank jury and Hartford Business Journal for recognizing Dan with the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award.” said Chirag Thaker, President of Russell and Dawson commenting on the award.

“We are glad to present Dan Russell with 2022 Family Business Lifetime Achievement Award. We recognized Dan’s contributions not only to architecture and engineering sector in the state but also his philanthropic contributions including donations and fundraising activities to benefit the society at large” – said the editor Greg Bordonaro of HBJ.

• As Director at Goodwin College Dan made several donations and organized fundraising activities for the scholarship of the students. He was involved in multiple community organizations like East Hartford Fine Arts Committee and the Historical Society of East Hartford.
• Dan was a proud past president of East Hartford Art League where he taught Silk screen Techniques and conducted book binding workshops.
• Dan was a Registrar and Past Moderator for United Church of Christ. He was associated with many Church associations and have given back to them in the form of pro bono professional services.
• Dan was a Past President of Buckingham Congregational Church, Rotary Club of East Hartford and served on homeowner initiative advisory committee for the Town of East Hartford.

Here is a featured article about Dan Russell on Hartford Business Journal’s website.

The Hartford Business Journal is a growth-oriented business information company serving customers through multiple platforms across Greater Hartford and Connecticut. Hartford Business Journal is passionate about successful entrepreneurship and is the acknowledged leaders in catalyzing valued business connections for customers; both readers and advertisers.

Press release also available on PRWeb @ Press Release