Awards For almost two decades, AQUAS has been consistently recognized for its commitment to quality, innovation, and results. Top 100 Minority Business Enterprises Award, 2019 Presented by the Capital Region Minority Supplier Development Council Top 50 Women-Owned Business in Maryland, 2015 Presented by Diversity Business Information Technology Company of the Year, 2014 Presented by Montgomery County Department of Economic Development Montgomery County Business Hall of Fame Award, 2013 Presented by Montgomery County Business Hall of Fame Minority Business Leader Award, 2011 Presented by the Washington Business Journal Brava Award, 2009 Presented by Smart CEO Magazine TOP 100 Minority Business Enterprise Award, 2007 Presented by the State of Maryland TOP 100 MBE Awards Small Disadvantaged Business Contractor of the Year, 2006 Presented by USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) Woman-Owned Business Contractor of the Year, 2006 Presented by USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) Outstanding Leadership and Achievements Award, 2002 Presented by the Minority Business and Professionals Network The Blue Chip Enterprise Award for the State of Maryland, 2000 Presented by Blue Chip Business Award Going the Distance Award, 2000 Presented by the Minority Business and Professionals Network