Over 200 local and regional businesses were in attendance at the gala event, which celebrates the contributions of local businesses and individuals to the North Lake Tahoe region over the previous year. Peter Brandt, Tahoe TV's Network Manager and Creative Director, accepted the top small business award.

"This is an honor for all of us," said Brandt. "Our company is dedicated to showcasing and sharing Lake Tahoe's appeal by providing local businesses with cost-effective and powerful, new marketing tools."

Tahoe TV also recognized the contributions of Production Manager, Terence McCabe, who is integral to the company's success and growth. McCabe received one of several Employee of the Year awards given out during the evening's festivities.


Several businesses that utilize Tahoe TV's network and services were also recognized at the event, including Diamond Peak Ski Resort as the 2008 Large Business of the Year, the Tahoe Maritime Museum as the 2008 Non-Profit of the Year, and the Cedar House Sport Hotel with the 2008 Hospitality Award.

Tahoe TV provides a variety of new media services as well as its well-recognized, informative programming for both visitors and residents around the Reno/Lake Tahoe region and Northern California. Tahoe TV includes the Lake Tahoe Visitor Network, Lake Tahoe Media Center, and custom-produced, original programs including Get Out! Reno-Tahoe, Tahoe Time, Truckee Tracks, West Shore Adventures, and A Taste of Tahoe.,