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Nominations sought
Nominations are open for the Northeastern Connecticut Chamber of Commerce’s annual awards. Members of the public are encouraged to consider nominating an individual, couple or group or they feel is worthy of one of the awards. The awards include: Civic Achievement Award, George Racine Humanitarian Award, Business Leader of the Year Award, Gold Key Award and Community Champion Award. Winners will be announced at in December and presented at our Awards Gala in 2023.
Nominations close Nov. 1. Forms are available by calling the Chamber office at 860-774-8001.
“We all know someone who goes above and beyond in their service to our community. They are the key people that everyone knows are the go-to if you want to get something done,” said Sheila Frost, chamber president.
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. 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. Business Leader of the Year Award — the criteria consist of: A minimum of three years in business; membership in the chamber; outstanding business leadership skills and active participation in business and professional organizations; and the use of creative or innovative approaches to achieve success.
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