Anderson County Chamber Annual Business and Awards Luncheon
EDITOR:
The Anderson County Chamber of Commerce hosted the annual Business & Awards Luncheon, Tuesday, February 14, 2023, at Faith Promise Church Anderson Campus in Clinton. The event was a huge success with standing ovations and tears. Rick Meredith, president of the Anderson County Chamber of Commerce, welcomed everyone with an introduction, and Jared Forgety, led all in a prayer.
The Business Excellence Awards are given each year to members who have shown an impact on the community and the Chamber. These winners are nominated by the Chamber membership. In addition to these prestigious awards, the newly added Non-Profit of the Year and the President’s Award were presented for the second year.
A Mexican taco bar catered by Apple Blossom Café & Catering was “loved” by all on Valentine’s Day. Chamber board Past-Chair Joey Smith shared our 2022 achievements and reflected on the five-year anniversary of the Clinton Vision and how far it has come.
The new 2023 Chamber board Chair Callie Archer shared her vision for the future of the Anderson Chamber of Commerce and building a future for our community and businesses through a capital campaign.
Callie Archer then presented the Woman-Owned Business and Non-Profit of the Year awards.
Past award recipients and honored guests also presented awards.
Rick Meredith presented the President’s Award and the Legacy Award, resulting in standing ovations for both recipients.
Congratulations to the 2022 Award winners:
• Business Excellence Award: Small Business – The Kincaid House, accepted by Josh Lucas and Ryan Thompson
• Business Excellence Award: Mid-sized Business – MAG-USA, Inc. Accepted by Mike Mitchell
• Business Excellence Award: Large Business – ORNL Federal Credit Union, accepted by Amanda Hall
• R.C. “Dudley” Hoskins Volunteer Award: Ann Gann
• R.C. “Dudley” Hoskins Volunteer Award: Larry Gann
• Woman Owned Business Excellence Award: Biloski & Miller Law, accepted by Lauren Biloski and Channing Miller
• Ambassador of the Year: Dr. Brandy Breeden, Bridgewater Balance & Hearing
• Young Professional of the Year: Trey McAdams with State Farm.
• Veteran Owned Business Excellence Award: Hammrtech, Inc., accepted by Andrew Ditmer
• Non-Profit of the Year: The Clinton Rotary Club, accepted by Peggy Malone and Bill Gallaher
• President’s Award: E.T. Stamey
• Legacy Award: Janet S. Hawkins, executive vice president, retail development, Anderson County Chamber of Commerce.
Thank you to all the Chamber Ambassadors who volunteered their time to assist in this event: Amy Allen, Amanda Brackett, Brandy Breeden Ann Gann and Emily Rios.
Thank you to all presenters: Callie Archer, Zach Farrar, Taylor Martin, Joey Smith, Bear Stephenson, Jimmy Taylor, Mark Troutt, and Emily Rios.
The Anderson County Chamber of Commerce recognizes and appreciates its valued Chamber members and community partners for their investment and volunteer spirit in the community that contributes to the lifestyle we enjoy, making Anderson County a great place to work, live, and play.
Here’s to the next 90 years.
Marsha Stapleton
Event Coordinator
