Chamber Annual Dinner

2025 of the year winners

Citizen of the Year Pat Kern

Citizen of the Year Sponsor

Business if the Year 618 Fix My RV

Business of the Year Sponsor

Educator of the Year Kristi Picklesimer

Educator of the Year Sponsor

Outstanding Board Member Liam Mungovan

2025 -"OF THE YEAR" nominees

cITIZEN OF THE YEAR

Bethany Cottle
Pat Kern
Liam Mungovan

BUSINESS OF THE YEAR

618 FIX MY RV
Franklin Hospital
Bit Brokers

EDUCATOR OF THE YEAR

Amy Nehrkorn
Kelly Wills
Kristi Picklesimer

Catering Provided By

Catered Impressions
First-Class Voyage Dinner Menu:
Experience an evening of refined dining inspired by the elegance of Titanic’s First Class.

Entertainment

String Quartet: Polly Launay

Set the perfect tone for an unforgettable evening with the graceful sounds of a string quartet, evoking the refined elegance of a first-class voyage. Their sweeping melodies and harmonious arrangements create a warm, sophisticated ambiance, blending classical beauty with timeless charm. From gentle, romantic selections to lively, uplifting compositions, the music provides an inviting backdrop that enhances conversation and celebration alike. Sit back, relax, and allow the rich harmony of strings to transport you to an era of grandeur, elegance, and unforgettable moments at sea.

winners through the years

We are happy to honor the following individuals and business as our "Of The Year" winners . This community is full of amazing people who give so much to ensure a brighter future, and we are honored to recognize them. They join a long legacy of community support and citizenship.
View all past winners here...

2026 event images

Silent Auction

Items Included:
Uncle Joe's BBQ , BBQ Rubs & Sauce Basket
Weeping Willow - Gift Certificate
Novacare Exercise Basket
Catered Impressions Charcuterie Box
Kathalynas Massager
Lennie Lap throw & Turtle
The Gathering Place gift card & Basket
Scooters Coffee Basket
Dave's BBQ Gift Card
Bit Brokers Gift Card Basket
618 Fix my RV Camping Basket
City of Benton Twin Oaks Gift Card
Pheasant Hollow Winery Wine Basket
Rend Lake Golf Resort Gift Card
Rise Performance VIP Tanning Pkg
Camp Manatowa Gourd Drum and Coffee
Shelton Motors Pooh Bear Coffee Basket
All - Stars n Stitches Hoodie & Gift Card
Denim & Grace Purse Basket
Walmart Manta ray

Annual Dinner Committee

Chairman: Lennie Shelton
Lennie Shelton, Alan Odum, Stephanie Chmykhalov, Cathy Garavalie, Gina Manning

Ice cube Sponsor

A huge thank you to Drake's Jewelry for their generous donation of the beautiful necklace and earrings for the Ice Cube Pull!
We truly love fostering these wonderful partnerships with our local businesses. Your generosity helps make our events even more special!