Next week, FAU’s College of Business will recognize Rita and Rick Case as Business Leaders of the Year. Since 1991, this annual event has recognized outstanding leaders in South Florida’s business community while raising funds for College of Business student scholarships.

The Rick Case Automotive Group is celebrating its 58th year in business and produces more than a $1 billion in annual sales, with more than 1,200 associates. Rita and Rick have been partners in business, life and their humanitarian efforts since 1980. They hold national sales records for Honda and other brands, building the world’s largest dealerships, while generously supporting their community through their longtime involvement with the Broward County Boys & Girls Clubs.

Past recipients of the Business Leader of the Year award include Fabiola Brumley, Colin Brown, Heiko Dobrikow, Naren Gursahaney, Jeff Stoops, Jordan Zimmerman, Wayne Huizenga, Jim Robo, Mike Jackson, Ronald Assaf, Alexander Dreyfoos, Jim Moran, Carl DeSantis, Pat Moran, Jeb Bush, and Alan Levan. I look forward to congratulating Rita and Rick when they receive their award next week.