Seven inductees announced for Junior Achievement’s 2024 Kawartha Lakes Business Hall of Fame

Brad Bird, John Fox, Kyle Hussey, Linden Mackey, Marlene Morrison Nicholls, and Anthony and Carlo Polito recognized for leadership and excellence

The seven inductees of the Junior Achievement of Northern and Eastern Ontario's 2024 Kawartha Lakes Business Hall of Fame (left to right, top and bottom): Brad Bird, John Fox, Kyle Hussey, Linden Mackey, Marlene Morrison Nicholls, and Anthony and Carlo Polito. (kawarthaNOW collage of supplied photos)
The seven inductees of the Junior Achievement of Northern and Eastern Ontario's 2024 Kawartha Lakes Business Hall of Fame (left to right, top and bottom): Brad Bird, John Fox, Kyle Hussey, Linden Mackey, Marlene Morrison Nicholls, and Anthony and Carlo Polito. (kawarthaNOW collage of supplied photos)

A week after announcing the inductees of the 2024 Peterborough Business Hall of Fame, Junior Achievement of Northern and Eastern Ontario (JA-NEO) has announced the seven inductees of the second annual Kawartha Lakes Business Hall of Fame.

JA-NEO made the announcement on Wednesday morning (January 24) at Launch Kawartha in downtown Lindsay.

“We are thrilled to unveil the distinguished class of inductees for the second consecutive year,” said JA-NEO president and CEO John McNutt in a media release. “These outstanding business leaders exemplify the spirit of entrepreneurship, demonstrating to local youth that building a successful business is both attainable and rewarding, with the potential to span generations.”

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In alphabetic order by surname, the seven inductees are:

  • Brad Bird of Birdhouse Realty
  • John Fox of Boston Pizza Lindsay
  • Kyle Hussey of Waste Logix Inc.
  • Linden Mackey of Mackey Funeral Home Inc. and Mackey Celebrations
  • Marlene Morrison Nicholls of Stewart Morrison Insurance
  • Anthony and Carlo Polito of Polito Ford Lincoln and Kawartha Lakes Honda

“The inductees embody a legacy of excellence, displaying unwavering commitment, leadership, and innovation throughout their careers,” states the media release. “Beyond their remarkable business achievements, these individuals serve as inspiring role models and mentors to the students benefited by JA-NEO’s programs.”

An induction ceremony is scheduled for Thursday, May 9th at Mackey Celebrations in Lindsay.