2025 Honorees Coming Soon:
- Civic Achievement Award – is presented to a person whose commitment and abilities have made a significant difference in the life of an individual or the community. The nominee should exemplify qualities of honesty, integrity, community service and an established broad-based involvement with clubs, civic groups, charities, etc. within the Northeastern Connecticut region.
- George Racine, Sr. Humanitarian Award – is presented to a person in recognition of their dedicated involvement with a specific cause or activity; that which promotes concern for human welfare.
- Gold Key Award – is presented to an individual or business for outstanding service to the Northeastern Connecticut Chamber of Commerce.
- Community Champion Award – is presented to an individual, couple or organization that has made a substantive yet unrecognized contribution to our community. The award recognizes recipients who have influenced our community from behind the scenes with a positive attitude, a willingness to help in a variety of capacities, and a commitment to excellence.
- Business Leader of the Year Award – 1. A minimum of three years in business; 2. Membership in the Northeastern Connecticut Chamber of Commerce; 3. Outstanding business leadership skills and active participation in business and professional organizations and 4. The use of creative or innovative approaches to achieve success.
- Emerging Leader of the Year Award – is presented to a dynamic and visionary leader making a significant impact in Northeastern CT. Open to local leaders under the age of 40, the Emerging Leader of the Year award celebrates a young leader in our community for their innovation, professional achievements, and commitment to shaping a prosperous future for Northeastern CT.
- Non-Profit of the Year Award – is presented to a outstanding local non-profit organization that has demonstrated exceptional service, dedication, and impact within the 23 towns we serve. This award celebrates a non-profits commitment of making a difference in enriching our community. The nominee of this award should be a local non-profit dedicated to creating positive change, addressing community needs, and improving the quality of life for residents in Northeastern CT.
2024 Award Recipients:
– Business Leader of the Year: Robin Deary, Deary’s Gymnastics
– Civic Achievement Award: Willimantic Downtown Neighborhood Association (on behalf of Chris McNaboe)
– Community Champion Award: Beth Anderson, Mission Moosup
– Emerging Leader of the Year: Tayler Shea, Northeast Opportunities for Wellness
– George Racine Sr. Humanitarian Award: Jill Bourbeau, TEEG
– Gold Key Award: James Zahansky, WHZ Strategic Wealth Advisors
– Non-Profit of the Year: Northeast Placement Services
