Presented in an exciting gala on Saturday, September 29, 2007 at the JW Marriott Hotel in New Orleans, LA, the 2007 Spirit Industry Awards was attended by more than 100 representatives of cheer and dance camp, competition and affiliate companies. Winners in 18 different awards categories were presented with beautiful crystal megaphone statues and framed certificates. The following is a list of the 2007 Spirit Industry Award recipients.
Best New Product – Affiliate Company
To recognize innovation and creativity in a new product that has changed or enhanced the industry or represents a fresh approach to old idea.Core Athletics
Knee Bands
Best New Service – Affiliate Company
To recognize innovation and creativity in a new service that has changed or enhanced the industry or represents a fresh approach to old idea.AdPro
Digital Direct Imprinter
Best Ad – Affiliate Company
To recognize innovative and creative print ad design with emphasis on graphic appeal and clarity of message.Nfinity
Leadership Award – Affiliate Company
To recognize an individual who has demonstrated outstanding service and leadership to the SITA organization.David Marler
Best State Association
To recognize outstanding accomplishments, significant growth, philanthropic programs, scholarship support, professional outreach, and/or creative contributions to the spirit industry by a state coaches association.Golden State Spirit Association
Best Coaches Conference
To recognize excellence in teaching, diversity and quality of course offerings, adjunct certifications, strength of presenters, social offerings, scope of exhibitors, and opportunity for professional growth at a coaches conference. The winners were:Georgia Cheerleading Coaches Association
Golden State Spirit Association
Best Philanthropic Initiative
To recognize exceptional community and/or global outreach by a company who services the spirit industry for the purpose of improving quality of life and/or addressing specific human need. The winner was:COA
CHEERforLIFE
Breast Cancer Awareness
Best Competition Event Venue
To recognize an event venue that provides clients one of the most comprehensive and flexible competition event facilities, and it also recognizes the enthusiasm and dedication of the venue staff, who provide customer service of the highest standard. The winner was:Disneys Wide World of Sports
