Everett, MA Lafuente Sign & Awning was named the winner of a Bronze Stevie Award in the Entrepreneurship category in the 23^rd Annual American Business Awards. The American Business Awards are the U.S.A.’s premier business awards program. All organizations operating in the U.S.A. are eligible to submit nominations – public and private, for-profit and non-profit, large and small. 

More than 3,600 nominations from organizations of all sizes and in virtually every industry were submitted this year for consideration in a wide range of categories.  Lafuente Sign & Awning was nominated in the Entrepreneurship category for Manufacturing. 

Under Andrew Lafuente, founder of Lafuente Sign and Awning’s leadership, the company has completed standout projects such as the Boston sports mural at Title City Barbers, an iconic tribute to local athletes and community spirit, and has expanded nationally through the strategic acquisition of a Texas-based sunshield system. These achievements underscore his commitment to innovation, sustainability, and community engagement.

“It’s an incredible honor to be recognized among so many inspiring entrepreneurs,” said Andrew Lafuente, President of Lafuente Sign & Awning. “This award reflects the hard work of our entire team, and I want to congratulate all of this year’s winners for their amazing contributions to the nations’ businesses.”

More than 250 professionals worldwide participated in the judging process to select this year’s Stevie Award winners.

“Organizations across the United States continue to demonstrate resilience and innovation,” said Stevie Awards president Maggie Miller. “The 2025 Stevie winners have helped drive that success through their innovation, persistence, and hard work. We congratulate all of the winners in the 2025 ABAs and look forward to celebrating their achievements during our June 10 gala event in New York.”