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Radical Entertainment Recognized as Industry Leader in 2003 BC Export Awards Vancouver, BC, November 17, 2003 – Today Radical Entertainment, one of North America 's leading developers of interactive entertainment, was named winner of the New Media and Entertainment Category in the 2003 BC Export Awards. Presented annually, the BC Export Awards recognize outstanding export success and celebrate the contribution of British Columbia 's business community to the economy of the province. “There are many new media companies making significant strides in our province,” said Ian Wilkinson, Radical’s President and CEO. “Radical Entertainment is committed to becoming a powerful, responsible leader in our industry and our community. Winning a 2003 BC Export Award is a testament to the strength of this vision.” Twenty-seven companies in nine categories were recognized as finalists this year. The other two nominees in the New Media and Entertainment category were Bardel Entertainment Inc. and International Keystone Entertainment Inc. About The British Columbia Export Awards The Ministry of Competition, Science and Enterprise, in partnership with Canadian Manufacturers and Exporters, present the British Columbia Export Awards annually. The awards are open to all companies registered in British Columbia that have been exporting for at least two years. This year marks the 21st anniversary of the Export Awards. About Radical Entertainment Radical Entertainment is one of North America 's leading developers of interactive entertainment. Founded in 1991 and headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia. Radical creates top-selling video games for the industry 's most powerful publishers, such as Vivendi Universal, Microsoft and THQ. Recent high-grossing titles include The Simpsons Hit & Run, The Simpsons Road Rage and The Hulk. In 2001, Radical 's CEO was named Entrepreneur of the Year in the Media & Entertainment category and in 2000 Radical was recognized as one of Canada 's 50 Best Managed Private Companies. The company is a member of the BC Advanced Systems Institute, New Media BC, and the Association for Computer Machinery. For more information about Radical, visit www.radical.ca. For additional information, contact: " |
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