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The Celebrations of Champions committee is seeking nominations for five specific awards below and asks for your input. Please take a minute to nominate a person or business making great impact in the community.
The nomination deadline is September 29th at 5 pm.
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.
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.
Entrepreneur of the Year Award: Presented to honor an entrepreneur who is helping to enhance the local community through business growth.
Thriving 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.
Marty 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.
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2024 Award Winners
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Architectural - Project of the Year Honorable Mention: Elder Piper Beer & Cider -
Architectural - Project of the Year : Citizens National Bank -
Ambassador Award Winner: Andrea Koch -
Ron Foeller Community Enthusiast Winner: David "D.J" Jones -
Athena Award Winner: Jennifer Wixson -
Service Effect Award Winner: Ross Restaurant Group -
Entrepreneur of the Year Award Winner: SludeHammer Group -
Thriving Petoskey Award Winner: Klepadlo, Winnell, Nuorala, P.C -
Marty Van De Car Inclusivity Award Winner: Eric Hemenway -
Chairman's Award Winner: The Manna Food Project
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2024 Event Photos
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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
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2024 Event Sponsor
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2024 Reception Sponsor
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2024 Venue Sponsor
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2024 Supporting Sponsors
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Registration Sponsor
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Award History
View past award winners for Celebration of Champions (Breakfast for Champions)