Awards & Recognition:

DiversityBusiness.com
Top Woman Owned Businesses in Ohio - 2006

Vacuum Systems International, Inc.

Diversity Business.Com, the nation’s leading multicultural B2B online portal recognizes Diana Richards, President and CEO of Vacuum Systems International as a Top Women Owned Business in Ohio. The award acknowledges those businesses that have conquered the hurdles and made the sacrifices, building and strengthening their communities, providing job and helping to keep the fabric of the U.S. economy together.

Women's Business Enterprise National Council Certified
Women's Business Enterprise - 2006/07

Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the year
regional award winner - 2006

Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year
Finalist - Northeast Ohio 2006

Retail Construction Magazine
Top Facility Maintenance Providers - 2006

DiversityBusiness.Com
Top Small Business - 2006

DiversityBusiness.Com
Top Woman Owned Businesses in Ohio - 2006

Sterling Jewelers Specialty Maintenance
Vendor of the Year - 2006

YWCA
Woman of Professional Excellence - 2004

NAWBO
Top 10 Women Business Owners of Northeast Ohio - 2003

Weatherhead 100 Award
Outstanding Growth Companies - 2000