• Celebration of Champions

  • Celebration of Champions is a heartwarming, community-focused event held on Wednesday, December 4th, 2024 at the Great Lakes Center for the Arts, from 5:30-8:30 p.m., to honor Petoskey Regional Chamber of Commerce member businesses and individuals. 

     


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  • Watch the 2024 Celebration of Champions

  • 2024 Award Winners

    Chairman's Award: The Manna Food Project

    Athena Award: Jennifer Wixson

    Marty Van De Car Inclusivity Award: Eric Hemenway

    Thriving Petoskey Award: Klepadlo, Winnell, Nuorala, P.C

    The Service  Effect Award: Ross Restaurant Group

    Entrepreneur of the Year: SludgeHammer Group

    Ron Foeller Community Enthusiast Award: David "D.J" Jones

    Ambassador of the Year: Andrea Koch, Women's Resource Center of Northern Michigan

    Project of the Year Award Winners:

    Project of the Year Award Winner - Citizens National Bank

    Project of the Year Honorable Mention - Elder Piper Beer & Cider
     

     

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      Architectural - Project of the Year Honorable Mention: Elder Piper Beer & Cider
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      Architectural - Project of the Year : Citizens National Bank
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      Ambassador Award Winner: Andrea Koch
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      Ron Foeller Community Enthusiast Winner: David "D.J" Jones
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      Athena Award Winner: Jennifer Wixson
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      Service Effect Award Winner: Ross Restaurant Group
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      Entrepreneur of the Year Award Winner: SludeHammer Group
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      Thriving Petoskey Award Winner: Klepadlo, Winnell, Nuorala, P.C
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      Marty Van De Car Inclusivity Award Winner: Eric Hemenway
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      Chairman's Award Winner: The Manna Food Project
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  • About the Awards 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 Chevrolet

    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.
    Sponsored By: Petoskey-Harbor Springs Area Community Foundation

    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.
    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 Depot

    Architectural - 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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  • Award History Award History

    View past award winners for Celebration of Champions (Breakfast for Champions)

    Celebration of Champions Awards History


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