Motawi Tileworks has been named the Michigan Small Business Association Woman Owned Small Business of the Year.

"It has been said that running a business is like running a race with no finishing line," said Nawal Motawi, founder and owner of the company. “Receiving this award feels like I got to break the tape at the finish line for once. The journey to be the best that we can be is much sweeter when we know we are on the right track. The people of the Motawi companies receive this honor with gratitude."

Michigan Celebrates Small Business (MCSB) is an awards program celebrating small business excellence. More than 60 businesses, including the Michigan 50 Companies to Watch, will be honored during the awards dinner. Awardees, guests and small business supporters will gather for a cocktail reception, keynote speaker and the awards dinner.

For more information, visit motawi.com.