The Door County Economic Development Corporation celebrated what makes the area special and unique during its 35th Annual Investor Luncheon and Awards Event on Wednesday in Sturgeon Bay. The organization honored four businesses and one youth apprentice as a part of the event, marking their contributions to the county. 

DCEDC Executive Director Michelle Lawrie highlighted the importance of collaboration in helping the local economy thrive. “Economic development is not just about numbers and projects—it’s about people, partnerships, and the shared vision we have for the future of Door County,” Lawrie said.

The 2025 Award winners included Lexis Krause of Door County Medical Center (Door County Youth Apprentice Award), Dawn Fischer of Wilkins and Olander (Lightkeeper Award for Women, Minority, or Veteran Owned Business), Parvinder and Renuka Jandu of Jandu Petroleum (Range Lights Award for Emerging Business), Carin and Todd Stuth of Baileys Harbor Fish Company and Hickey Brothers Research (Lighthouse Award for Established Business), and Al and Ingert Johnson of Al Johnson’s Swedish Restaurant (Lifetime Achievement Award).