Storm Water Systems Co-Owners Honored as “Masters of Innovation”
Gary Hopkins accepts award from mayor of Gainesville honoring him at the "Entrepreneurs: Masters of Innovation" event in October 2010
Storm Water Systems founders Gary Hopkins and Mark Kirves were honored at “Entrepreneurs: Masters of Innovation” in October. The event, hosted by the Featherbone Communiversity, honored the two for their ingenuity, passionate environmental efforts, and ability to prosper in challenging times.
Gary Hopkins, Mark Kirves and eight other honorees collectively served on a panel to answer questions for individuals that have an interest in following in their entrepreneurial footsteps. As co-owners of Plastek Werks,Inc., Storm Water Systems’s parent company, Hopkins and Kirves have worked side by side for over 30 years to preserve and protect the natural environment in the thermoplastic fabrication and welding industry. The event recognized both companies as leaders within their respective industries.