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title: "News: Herbert W. Vanden Brul Entrepreneurial Award - Optimax Systems, Inc"
description: Yesterday, Rick and Mike received the Herbert W. Vanden Brul Entrepreneurial Award. This award is given out by RIT’s Saunders College of Business.
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![Rick and Mike RIT award](https://www.optimaxsi.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Rick%20and%20Mike%20RIT%20award.jpg?width=300&name=Rick%20and%20Mike%20RIT%20award.jpg)

Jun 6, 2019

# Herbert W. Vanden Brul Entrepreneurial Award

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![The 2019 Herbert W. VandenBrul Entrepreurial Award was presented to Michael Mandina, president of Optimax, second from left, and Richard Plympton, Optimax CEO, second from right](https://www.optimaxsi.com/hs-fs/hubfs/VandenBrul_winners.jpg?width=330&height=220&name=VandenBrul_winners.jpg)Yesterday, Rick and Mike were honored with the prestigious Herbert W. Vanden Brul Entrepreneurial Award, a significant recognition that highlights their outstanding contributions to the business community. This esteemed award is presented annually by RIT's Saunders College of Business to either an individual or a business entity that has made remarkable strides in enhancing the economic vitality of the Greater Rochester area. It also acknowledges those whose innovative management skills have not only transformed their own enterprises but have also set new benchmarks in the industry, thereby altering the trajectory of existing businesses. This accolade is a testament to Rick and Mike's dedication, vision, and impact on the local economy. Congratulations to them for this well-deserved recognition

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