Six Central California businesses were named 2026 Better Business Bureau (BBB) Torch Award for Ethics winners in September, earning recognition for their commitment to ethical business practices.
The annual awards recognize businesses that demonstrate integrity and trust in their dealings with customers, employees and the communities they serve. Winners were selected across six categories based on employee count.
Linguistica Interpreting and Translation in Visalia won in Category 1, representing businesses with one to five employees. Miles Sears & Eanni Law in Fresno took the award in Category 2, for companies with six to 15 employees.
Monarch Home Services – Fresno won in Category 3, which covers businesses with 16 to 30 employees. Can Do Crew Plumbing Heating & AC in Bakersfield was recognized in Category 4, for companies with 31 to 50 employees.
Fresno’s SAN MAR Properties Inc. received the award in Category 5, representing businesses with 51 to 100 employees. Lee’s Air, Plumbing, Heating – Sacramento won in Category 6, for businesses with more than 100 employees.
The six recipients represent a range of industries, including legal services, home services, property management and language translation.
The BBB Torch Award for Ethics program highlights businesses that prioritize ethical leadership and build trust through their practices. The recognition underscores the importance of accountability and customer confidence for companies of all sizes across Central California.
