31st Annual Greece Chamber of Commerce Community Awards
Event Sponsors
Diamond Sponsors
Each year, for the past 31 years, we have recognized and celebrated exceptional individuals, business people, and organizations whose business and volunteer activities have contributed greatly to the richness of our community with our Annual Community Awards. We have a wide variety of categories that highlight the best and the brightest among us, focusing not only on individuals and organizations, but also on projects that keep our community strong and moving forward. We received a wide variety of nominations for this year’s event, a testament to the strength and service of our community members.
31st Annual Community Awards Winners
Exceptional Individuals
Business Person of the Year
Melissa Jordan
M & T Bank
Girlie Goodwin Citizen of the Year
John Zink
William E. Selke Senior Citizen of the Year
Frederick J. Amato
Young Professional of the Year
Shamila Craddock
Doc's Facilities Solutions
Outstanding Individuals, Organizations or Projects
Thomas E. Schommer Spirit of the Chamber Award
Jim Johnson and Jason Jmac McElwain
Arts & Culture
Judith Ranaletta
First Responder
Jason Bortle
History
Marie Poinan
Greece Historical Society & Charlotte Genesee Lighthouse
New Construction
AVID Indoor Golf & Fitness
3655 West Ridge Road
Transformation of Existing Space - Commerical
Sharon Quataert Realty
2180 West Ridge Road
Transformation of Existing Space - Non-Profit
The Coffee Connections at Cannonball Cafe
4437 Lake Avenue
This year's gala is set for Thursday, May 19, at 6:00pm at the Rochester Marriott. Doug Emblidge, News Anchor for 13WHAM, will be serving as our Master of Ceremonies. It is a wonderful evening to network with old and new friends and colleagues and is most definitely one of the highlights of the year.
We ask that you consider becoming a sponsor for the event and join us for the evening’s festivities. You can click on the link below for a detailed summary of the available sponsorship levels and the related benefits. Deadline to be included in this year's program is May 9th.
Sponsorship Levels & Commitment Form
Should you be unable to attend this year’s event, but would still like to support the Community Awards winners, you have to opportunity to advertise in the event program, with special 50% discounted pricing for Greece Chamber members. Just click on the link below to download the Ad Pricing List and Commitment Form.
Program Ads Pricing & Commitment Form
Please do not hesitate to contact us or Sue Edgett, Director of Member Services & Events, at (585) 227-7272, should you have any questions to need additional information. Sue can also be reached via email at Sue@GreeceChamber.org.
31st Annual Greece Chamber Community Awards Gala
Platinum Sponsor: Greece Chamber Board of Directors
Donald B. Felter, Rochester Regional Health
Russell Herman, Pet$aver Healthy Pet Superstore
Delbert Smith, CPA, Delbert J. Smith, CPA
Paul Keenan, Genesee Regional Bank
Sharon Quataert, Sharon Quataert Realty
Brian Ward, CPA, Ward & Schmerbeck, P.C.
Leighann Billig, CPA, Ward & Schmerbeck, P.C.
Kathy Graupman, Greece Central School District
Michael Mordenga, The Victor's Gymnastics
Shaun Nelms, Ed. D., Warner School of Education - University of Rochester
Wendy Rockcastle, Rockcastlle Florist
Gene Welch, Harris, Chesworth, Johnstone & Welch, LLP
Date and Time
Thursday May 19, 2016
6:00 PM - 9:30 PM EDT
6:00 pm Social Hour
7:00 pm Dinner & Program
Dinner will be served with a dual entree of chicken and beef, prepared by the Marriott's talented Chef and served with wine. A vegetarian entree and dishes meeting special dietary restrictions are available with advance request.
Location
1890 West Ridge Road
Greece, NY 14615
Fees/Admission
Ticket Prices
$50 Business Members
$60 General Public
Contact Information
To purchase tickets, contact Sue Edgett or Jeff Clair at (585) 227-7272.
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