Bill Evans – contributed photo

A local man is a finalist for the EY Entrepreneur of the Year award.  Bill Evans, CEO of the Open Gates Group in Kalona was selected as a finalist by a panel of independent judges. Award winners will be announced at a black­ tie celebration on June 9 in Minnesota. The Open Gates Group consists of eight companies located in the Kalona area including Awesome Logistics, Farmers Creamery, Frytown Warehouse & Distribution, Hoard’s Bakery, the Kalona Creamery, and more.