Rep. Clyde Honors Winton Machine Company as Special Georgian of the Ninth

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congressman Andrew Clyde (GA-09) recognized Winton Machine of Suwanee, Georgia as a Special Georgian of the Ninth in celebration of the company’s selection as one of the five finalists advancing to the grand finale of the U.S. Small Business Administration’s (SBA) Freedom 250 Patriot Pitch Competition . The Winton Machine Company was founded by Lisa and George Winton in 1997. For nearly three decades, the company has designed and manufactured automated tube and coax fabrication machinery. Their impact stretches across numerous industries, such as aerospace, medical manufacturing, and defense. Winton’s American-made machines serve over 500 customers in the U.S. and across the globe, including China, Israel, Mexico, and Sweden. During a meeting at his Washington, D.C. office, Congressman Clyde surprised Lisa and George with the award. After highlighting the company’s incredible success and achievements, Rep. Clyde presented the Wintons with a Special Georgian of the Ninth certificate. “From its founders to its operators, the Winton Machine Company embodies Northeast Georgia’s grit, ingenuity, and resilience,” said Clyde . “This thriving, family-owned business is a driving force in the Made in America revival — fostering economic prosperity, creating skilled jobs, and strengthening national security. As a Freedom 250 Patriot Pitch finalist, Winton Machine and its hardworking employees are receiving well-deserved recognition for driving innovation and investing in the next generation of American manufacturing. I’m proud to celebrate this extraordinary accomplishment by awarding the Winton Machine Company as a Special Georgian of the Ninth, and I wish the Winton team continued success for decades to come.” Background In May, the SBA announced the Patriot Pitch Competition, a national celebration of 250 years of American free enterprise and small business innovation. The competition evaluated contestants on their ability to strengthen American competitiveness, demonstrate strong small business performance and innovation, create economic impact and quality jobs, and show sound business fundamentals and execution readiness. The competition began with more than 1,100 businesses from across the country and ultimately selected the following five finalists to compete in Washington, D.C. on September 18th for a share of $1 million in prize funding: Winton Machine — Suwanee, Georgia Compotech, Inc. — Brewer, Maine Plas-Tech Tooling — Garner, Iowa Red River — Gillette, Wyoming VetPowered LLC — San Diego, California Throughout the year, Rep. Clyde recognizes Special Georgians of the Ninth to honor constituents, businesses, and organizations for making a difference in North Georgia.