The Gazette of Politics and Business named the winners of its 2009 P&B Exceptional 53 awards program. The publication ranks 53 of the Maryland companies based on organizational growth, innovation and community service.
MedImmune, a biologics business, took top honors. The company was recognized for its exceptional growth, community service programs in health and science, education for young people, and innovative scientific and medical technology.
"We are extremely honored to be recognized by the Gazette for doing exactly what we are passionate about�helping patients and our community live better lives. The work our employees do outside of our laboratories and manufacturing sites is as important as the technological advancements that we make inside our facilities," says Toni Stiefel, director, corporate responsibility and community affairs,
Rounding out the top three spots were chemical and materials manufacturer W.R. Grace of Columbia at No. 2, Dataprise, an information technology company in Rockville was the No. 3 most exceptional company in the state.
Read the entire list of awardees
here.
Source: Toni Stiefel, MedImmune
Writer: Walaika Haskins