Spence Diamonds Awarded as One of Canada’s 50 Best Managed Companies

Vancouver, Canada, February 22, 2012 --(PR.com)-- Spence Diamonds is honoured to be recognized as one of Canada’s 50 Best Managed Companies for 2011. This is the first time that Spence Diamonds has received this national distinction by Canada’s leading business awards program, which identifies excellence in Canadian-owned and managed companies.

“We are extremely proud to have received this national honor,” says CEO, Customer Experience Officer, Sean Jones. “This award is a testament to our entire team’s commitment and passion to uplift others to achieve success far greater than they ever have. Our team is truly committed to creating an environment of success for our customers, fellow team members and the people in the communities in which we live and work. This distinction celebrates all that our team does, and they undoubtedly, deserve the recognition.”

Founded in 1978, Spence Diamonds has retail locations across Canada in Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton and Toronto. Spence Diamonds’ unique approach to business allows its customers to freely try on thousands of different ring designs from their open jewelry showcases, in a relaxed and non-intimidating environment. Through the company’s high degree of vertical integration, Spence Diamonds is proud to offer its customers the best possible value and the industry’s most comprehensive guarantee. More information on Spence Diamonds, Canada’s largest Canadian-owned diamond specialist, can be found at www.spencediamonds.com.

Applicants to Canada’s 50 Best Managed companies undergo a rigorous evaluation process by a panel of independent judges and also receive valuable coaching from Deloitte or CIBC Commercial Banking advisors during the application process. Since 1993, hundreds of companies have competed for this prestigious national accolade. Moving beyond simply measuring financial performance, the award recognizes overall business performance and sustained growth, while also evaluating the efforts of the entire organization against its core values. For more information about the National Post 50 Best Managed Companies Program, please visit www.canadas50best.com.

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