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2025 Award Winners
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Chairman's Award: Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians -
Athena Award: Lisa Ashley -
Marty Van De Car Inclusivity Award: Petoskey District Library -
Thriving Petoskey Award: Julienne Tomatoes -
The Service Effect Award: Great Lakes Center for the Arts -
Entrepreneur of the Year: Katie Potts, Petoskey Cheese -
Ron Foeller Community Enthusiast Award: Karen Ragland -
Ambassador of the Year: Aaron Garms, Keep it Real Social -
Project of the Year Award: Munson Healthcare Petoskey Community Center -
Project of the Year Award: Women's Resource Center of Northern Michigan -
Outgoing Board Chair: Ben Slocum -
Outgoing Board Members: Lynn Henry and Brian Bates
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2025 Event Photos
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2025 Event Sponsor
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2025 Reception Sponsor
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2025 Venue Sponsor
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2025 Supporting Sponsors
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Award History
View past award winners for Celebration of Champions (Breakfast for Champions)
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About the Awards
Chairman’s Award: presented for long-standing significant impact on the community.
Athena Award: recognizes a person who celebrates the potential of all women as valued members and leaders of the community.
Sponsored By: Dave Kring ChevroletMarty Van De Car Inclusivity Award: Honors an individual, business, or organization in our community that breaks down barriers and fosters change to create an inclusive and welcoming community for all.
Sponsored By: Petoskey-Harbor Springs Area Community FoundationThriving Petoskey Award: Honors an individual, business, or organization that exemplifies innovative practices, enhancing Petoskey’s livability and workplace culture. This award highlights those who intentionally focus on being a workplace of choice to foster a strong, vibrant community.
Sponsored By: McLaren – Northern Michigan, The Harbor Brenn Insurance Agencies, DTE Energy, and First Community Bank.
Service Effect Award: Presented to a business or individual for delivering an exceptional and memorable experience, demonstrating remarkable hospitality, and fostering a culture of outstanding service to all. This award honors those who enhance the Northern Michigan community by consistently going above and beyond to set new standards of excellence.
Sponsored By: Perry Hotel
Entrepreneur of the Year Award: Presented to honor an entrepreneur who is helping to enhance the local community through business growth.
Sponsored By: Huntington Bank
Ambassador of the Year Award: Presented to a member of the Ambassador Committee who enthusiastically promotes the chamber and its programs.
Sponsored By: PNC Bank
Ron Foeller Community Enthusiast: Presented to honor a local citizen whose dedication and collaboration exemplify their passionate support for our community, either in their professional or personal endeavors.
Sponsored By: Bill’s Farm Market and The Home DepotArchitectural - Project of the Year Award
Presented to recognize a project that exemplifies excellence in beautification, innovative design, and a meaningful investment in the character of our community. Whether new or revitalized, this project is honored for its lasting positive impact.Sponsored By: Preston Feather Building Centers