Meet this year’s Torch Awards winners, a class of businesses and nonprofits that have character-driven leaders, positive workplace cultures, and high-impact community involvement.
BBB Cincinnati 2024 Torch Awards finalists
Meet this year's Torch Awards finalists, selected by a panel of community leader judges for their ethical operations, standout workplace cultures, and dedication to giving back to the community.
Winners were revealed at the 2024 Torch Awards for Ethics and Spark Awards Gala on Thursday, October 3 at The Summit Hotel.
Jeff Anderson, General Manager
LeafGuard of Cincinnati
LeafGuard of Cincinnati in Amelia, Ohio, is a family-owned home improvement company installing gutters, roofing, and more in Ohio and Kentucky since 2013. With a mission to revolutionize the way homeowners experience gutters, they strive to exceed customer expectations through unmatched service and seamless installation processes. Installers can grow in their trade through comprehensive training and workshops, mentorship programs, and a culture of continuous feedback, transparency, and collaboration. From donations to volunteer coaching, they’re committed to serving their community by sponsoring events and supporting local causes.
Mike Dunn, CEO
Meals on Wheels of Southwest Ohio & Northern Kentucky
Meals on Wheels of Southwest OH & Northern KY (MOW) delivers essential services promoting seniors' independence at home. Originally founded in 1937, MOW has recently grown through mergers with Cincinnati Area Senior Services and 55 North. One of the largest Meals on Wheels in the country, the Greater Cincinnati-area nonprofit delivered 1.2 million meals in 2023. Serving 10,000 seniors annually in 13 counties, MOW delivers food to seniors and their pets, provides programs including transportation and personal financial management, and offers daily activities at their OTR Senior Center.
Edgar Silva, Owner
Origin Roofing and Exteriors
Lebanon, Ohio-based Origin Roofing and Exteriors launched in 2020 with a mission to safeguard homes and enrich communities through exceptional roofing and exterior solutions. The business serves homeowners seeking reliable and transformative exterior services with a commitment to quality craftsmanship, integrity, and customer satisfaction. By fostering strong relationships and investing in the community, Origin Roofing and Exteriors strives to make a positive and lasting impact by providing gift cards to local shops, sponsoring events and partnering with nonprofits, and offering paid volunteer time to employees.
Dimity Orlet, J.D., Executive Director
Pro Seniors, Inc.
Pro Seniors is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping seniors maximize their independence and quality of life since 1975, taking a comprehensive approach to promoting seniors’ legal rights, access to health care, and financial security. Pro Seniors provides education, advice, advocacy, representation, and justice for seniors in Ohio at no cost to clients. Their staff and volunteers host educational forums, seminars, and radio shows for seniors and professional caregivers to educate them about the wide variety of legal and long-term care issues that impact seniors' lives.
Ryan Osterkamp, Owner
Quality Comfort Home Services
As a family-owned HVAC, plumbing, and duct cleaning company, Quality Comfort Home Services in Blue Ash, Ohio, takes pride in offering top-notch services with a personal touch since 2011. To reinforce their commitment to ethical business, employees earn prizes through a kudos program recognizing those who live by their core values of safety, excellence, honesty, teamwork, supporting the community, and empowering customers. Through their Hero’s Club discounted service program, partnership with CancerFree KIDS, and annual company volunteer events, Quality Comfort Home Services is dedicated to uplifting their community.
Amy Vaughan, Owner & Chief Empowerment Officer
Together Digital
Together Digital, headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, is a national networking organization built for women by women to support them in their digital marketing, advertising, and tech careers — but also in life. Launched in 2016, the organization encourages women to share their knowledge, power, and connections through online and in-person networking and learning opportunities. For the last several years, Together Digital has donated more than 50 annual memberships to local women who have fallen on hard times, through job loss or other hardships.
