For over 20 years, we’ve had the privilege of building HeitechSoft right here in the Kitchener-Waterloo region. In that time, we’ve learned one undeniable truth: this community is built different.
We are a unique blend of agricultural grit and technological ambition. We're a place where a family-owned manufacturer, decades old, can exist on the same block as a world-changing tech unicorn. What ties us all together is a fierce commitment to building things that last—built on integrity, hard work, and mutual respect.
That’s why we are incredibly proud to announce that HeitechSoft is the official sponsor of the Exceptional Small Business of the Year Award at this year's Greater Kitchener Waterloo Chamber of Commerce (GKWCC) Small Business Awards.
Why This Award?
Of all the prestigious awards being presented, we specifically asked for this one.
Why? Because it’s the only one chosen entirely by the community.
You can't apply for it. You can't lobby for it. You can’t win it with a slick presentation.
The only way to be a contender for this award is to earn the genuine respect and trust of your customers, your partners, and your peers, day in and day out, for years. It’s a measure of something far more valuable than quarterly returns; it’s a measure of your legacy and your impact on the people around you.
In a world full of metrics, this award celebrates the one thing that truly matters: the trust you’ve built.
It’s Our "Big Idea" in Action
This sponsorship is more than just our logo on a banner. It's a direct reflection of our core philosophy at HeitechSoft.
We’re an AI company. Every day, we work with business leaders to navigate this powerful new technology. And the first question we always get is rooted in fear: "Will this replace my people? Will it make our business lose its human touch?"
Our answer is, and always will be, an emphatic no.
Our "Big Idea" is simple: AI isn't about replacing you; it's about amplifying your legacy.
The purpose of technology is not to automate human connection away. Its highest purpose is to handle the repetitive, mundane, and time-consuming tasks so that you and your team can focus on what humans do best: building relationships, solving complex problems, and creating real, lasting value.
This award celebrates the very best of that human element—the businesses that have poured their hearts into their work and earned the community’s trust. We are sponsoring it because our entire mission is to provide the tools that help those kinds of businesses thrive for generations to come.
Let's Celebrate Our Champions
To every business nominated this year, especially for the Exceptional Small Business of the Year Award: you are already a winner. You are a pillar of this community, and you represent the very best of what the Waterloo Region stands for.
We are honoured to be part of your story and can't wait to celebrate with you.
See you at the awards.
—The HeitechSoft Team