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In a series of articles, The Globe and Mail spotlights some of the award winners from the Canada's Best Managed Companies program.

Leading with heart and a “halal first” vision at Amir Quality Meats

Sherry and Tony Aziz aren’t the typical business owners you’ll find in the poultry industry. Before launching Amir Quality Meats (AQM), a certified halal meat processing and distribution company, 14 years ago, the couple had thriving careers in the corporate world.

Collaboration is key for CEO John Reddin, “so everybody has a voice”

Growing up on Prince Edward Island, John Reddin’s childhood was intertwined with the sights and sounds of the iconic green and yellow machinery he now sells for a living, 50 years later.

The secrets to Homes by Avi’s success: Quality, honesty and years of experience

Homes by Avi caters to a diverse range of clients, from new home buyers and growing families to downsizers. Additionally, the company has expanded its offerings to include various services through its affiliated companies.

At Jefo, business is about strong relationships: “This industry is a proximity game”

Jefo’s calling card is their “Jefo Matrix” technology, which enables farmers to deliver targeted nutrients to their livestock with absorption and release times tailored to the needs of that animal’s specific digestive system.

The recipe for this Canada pizza purveyor’s success? Keep it in the family

Richard Morgante shares how Rustica Foods grew from a small family-run pizzeria to a 400-person pizza manufacturing giant.

Kindness is the key to this Quebec-based facilities services company’s business plan

Julie Roy of Roy. discusses how leading with kindness at all levels of their business is a successful strategy for attracting and retaining talent.

How this brother-sister duo is continuing their father’s entrepreneurial legacy

Lauren and Greg Hitchman outline how Naylor Building Partnerships finds success in its long-standing reputation and willingness to innovate processes to the benefit of employees.

A focus on local leadership powers this international supply chain solution provider

CEO Chris Fenton explains how Metro Supply Chain has achieved exponential growth by adopting a strong company culture of trust in the leadership of each local business unit.

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