At the 23rd Partnership Annual Event President and CEO Maureen Halahan reviewed 2009 corporate attractions and expansions in Orange County and reported on important business retention efforts. Presented the Quality of Life Award, The Food Bank of the Hudson Valley. The Golden Shovel Award from the Alliance for Balanced Growth went to First Columbia, LLC. Orange County’s national and international connection with motorcycles was further acknowledged when RoadLok Security won the Spirit of Innovation Award. The start ups locking system is a hit with motorcycle owners. Leadership Orange presented its annual award to SUNY Orange President Dr. William Richards. Focus Media was one of the corporate sponsors for the event held at Anthonys Pier Nine in New Windsor.