Text Box: 2009 Chamber Officers, Directors:   Chairman  Mark Hudson   Chair-Elect  Shannon Kennedy   Secretary Allen Langley   Treasurer Kitty Hoyle   Past Chairman Steve Padgett   Board of Directors Suzanne Amos Martha Bivins Dr. Bruce Boyles Cameron Corder Larry Corry Darlene Davis Larry Hamrick Jr. Eddie Holbrook Charlie Holtzclaw Dr. Linda Hopper Michael Johnson Debbie Kale Rick Murphrey David Schweppe Seth Stevens Sandy Tallant Dr. Steve Thornburg Rick Washburn John Young

Text Box: InterAction Text Box: 170 local business leaders enjoyed an evening of reflection and fun at the 2008 Annual Banquet of the Cleveland County Chamber on January 29, 2009 at Cleveland Country Club in Shelby.  This evening was possible thanks to our presenting sponsor: First National Bank, Award Sponsors: Fox Distributing Company and Duke Energy and Gold Sponsors: Shelby Savings Bank, Cleveland Regional Medical Center.   Comedian Charles Marshall entertained the crowd with his jokes about marriage, money, and dating.  Some attendees got involved first hand as he chose them randomly out of the crowd to joke with. The banquet brought a ceremonial end to a successful and productive year, and included the traditional "passing of the gavel" by 2008 Chairman Steve Padgett (Gateway Properties) to 2009 Chairman Mark Hudson (HTMH Consulting).     Each year at the banquet, several community members are recognized with special awards.  This year, the Athena Award (presented to an outstanding businesswoman) was given to "The Farmers Wife," Kathyrn Hamrick.    A new set of awards were giving this year to recognize the area's fastest and strongest growing small businesses for their exceptional achievements in the area of business development.  These 10 companies were selected for their contributions to the region's economy and for how they have positioned themselves toward continued success.  From the 10 selected one will be honored with The Carson L. Fox Entrepreneur of the Year Award.  This year’s Emerging 10 are: Hendrick Appliance, owners Robin, Eric, and Kelly Hendrick, Wellington Hamrick, owner Kitty Hoyle, Personnel Services Unlimited, owner and president Tim Blackwell, Safety Test & Equipment, owner Drew Beam, Machine Builders & Design, owner Darryl Mims, Travel Lynx, owner Mark Bumgardner, Red Bone Willy's, owner Glenda Miller, Carolina Trophies, owner Marc Dedmon, J&E Sales, owner Bob Still, and Bellus Tu Spa, owner Laurie Mancuso.   Emerging 10 - Wellington Hamrick   Emerging 10 - Personnel Services Unlimited   Emerging 10 - Safety Test   Emerging 10 - Machine Builders & Design   Emerging 10 - Travel Lynx   Emerging 10 - Carolina Trophies   Emerging 10 - Bellus Tu Spa   Emerging 10 - J&E Sales   The Carson L. Fox Entrepreneur of the Year Award was presented to Hendrick Appliance, owners Robin, Eric, and Kelly Hendrick.   The Volunteer of the Year Award is a tribute to the memory of Paul P. Limerick and is given to the person who has made the most significant contributions of time and energy to Chamber programs and events.  This year, the Volunteer of the Year Award, was presented to Laurie Mancuso of Bellus Tu Spa.    The Bridge Builder Award was established to honor someone who is committed to bringing the community together.  Veronica Poole-Adams of Cleveland Regional Medical Center received this year’s Bridge Builder Award.    A lifetime achievement award, the Zenith Award, was presented to David Banks.      The Duke Energy Citizenship Award is presented to an individual or group who demonstrates one or more of the following values: Integrity, Stewardship, Inclusion, Accountability, Teamwork, and Initiative.  This year’s recipient was Eddie Holbrook of Cleveland Community College.   The Jean Bettis Support Staff Award was established by the Cleveland County Chamber to pay tribute annually to support staff whose corporate loyalty and attitude have made an important and constant contribution to their organization’s transitions and growths.  The inaugural Award was presented in 1997, to Jean Bettis, Office Manager of the Cleveland County Chamber, recognizing 40 plus years of loyalty and service.  This year's recipient was Wanda Humphries of Baldor.      One other award is given during the banquet to recognize the contributions of the Chamber's Ambassadors, a group of volunteers who assist in the recruiting and retention of members.  The Ambassador of the Year Award was presented to Stephanie Whisnant of Shelby Savings Bank.   A special award was given at this year's banquet called the Chairman's Award. This award was presented to deserving board member, Darlene Davis of Deltacom.   Text Box:         Advertise with Us!   InterAction is a monthly newsletter that keeps our members and other business professionals up-to-date on what's happening at the Chamber.   Rates: (Banner Position - Right side bar on newsletter home page)   1x $125 2x $110 4x $90 6x $85 12x $65   Rates are per ad based on number of times/months chosen       Featured: Member 2 Member Discount Learning for Life: Coaching, Consulting & Seminars 10% off all life coaching sessions (personal or Professional) 10% off any seminar/ workshop offered to the public Learning for Life: Coaching, Consulting & Seminars Contact: Katherine Panther-Potemkin 323 S. Washington Street Shelby, NC  28150 704-487-4727                              

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