The Galesburg Area Chamber of Commerce recognized excellence and innovation within the local business community at its annual awards dinner Thursday at The Vault at Reserve Artisan Ales.
The winners for each category are as follows:
Large Business Excellence Award
Acknowledging a large business (with 25 or more employees) who has demonstrated exceptional commitment to their organization.
- Thrive Community Services
Five Under 40
Celebrating individuals as rising leaders and who are dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the local community who are 40 years or younger.
- Hanna Landis, OSF St. Mary Medical Center
- Gogo Kupa, Galesburg Selfie Museum
- Beau Lehnhausen, Midwest Bank
- Hayleigh Miller, United Way of Knox County
- Michael Bennett, VNA Community Services
Chamber Advocate of the Year
Recognizing an individual for their exceptional dedication and active support in advancing the mission and goals of the chamber and the local business community.
- Brittney Shepherd, F & M Bank
“Each year, we are honored to highlight our incredible community and showcase the winners’ contributions they make,” said Pam Gaither, executive director of the Galesburg Area Chamber of Commerce shares. “This year was an exceptional recipient list. It is truly a highlight of the year to celebrate with our local business community.”
Galesburg Area Chamber of Commerce 2023 Annual Dinner and Awards
