For the fifth consecutive year, West 琉璃神社 winery Quails鈥� Gate has been named one of Canada鈥檚 Best Managed Companies, requalifying as a gold standard winner for the second straight year.

鈥淎t Quails鈥� Gate our staff are the driving force behind our brand values encompassing welcoming Okanagan hospitality,鈥� said CEO Tony Stewart. 鈥淭his award is a reflection of everyone on the team who lead our innovative practices as pioneers in the BC wine industry.鈥�

The winery was able to navigate challenges presented by the COVID-19 pandemic by setting up on-site safety protocols, launching remote-work environments, offering curbside pick-up and starting their Market at Quails鈥� Gate initiative that provided social distancing for visitors and prepared meals for dining at home.

鈥淭his year鈥檚 Best Managed winners demonstrate the organizational grit required to thrive in these increasingly uncertain times,鈥� said Kari Lockhart, the Deloitte Private leader and co-leader of Canada鈥檚 Best Managed. 鈥淏y putting their people first, and showing the courage to experiment and take risks, they were able to overcome some of today鈥檚 most pressing challenges.鈥�

The winners for Deloittes鈥� Best Managed Companies will be awarded at a virtual gala, which will feature a wine-paired culinary demo delivered by Stewart and Old Vines Restaurant executive chef Adam Mukasa.

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