Southwestern Advantage Blog

Southwestern has been recognized by the Nashville Business Journal at the 19 th Annual Best in Business Awards as the 2013 winner in the large company category (501+ employees).  Each year, the Best in Business Awards program spotlights some of the most dynamic and unique companies throughout the entire Middle Tennessee region that are able to maintain an accelerated growth pattern and leave their distinct mark on communities.  This is the second time Southwestern has won Best in Business in the past eight years (2006 win). The companies nominated are narrowed down by a judging panel who then meet with the CEO and conduct interviews regarding the company’s performance, philosophies, community involvement, and business track record. Henry Bedford, CEO “We are very honored to be recognized by the Nashville Business Journal as the 2013 Best in Business winner in the large company category.  All of the companies that make up our corporate family have one thing in

"There are two types of people in this world: One finds an excuse; the other finds a way. It doesn't take guts, gumption, or determination to find an excuse; anybody can locate one. It takes quality people to find a way over, under, around or right through any obstacle that stands in the way." -Spencer Hays Executive Chairman of The Board  Southwestern Family of Companies