Carthage Chamber 2021 Awards Presentation

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Carthage Chamber Presents Awards

Carthage, Missouri – The Carthage Chamber of Commerce presented its annual awards on Thursday, April 6, 2021, during a live Facebook presentation.  As with most events this past year, in lieu of the annual banquet, which is normally held in January, an awards ceremony to honor those individuals who have stood out in their respective fields for 2020 was held.

The awards and their winners were:

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Award                                     Recipient                                 Sponsor

Artist of the Year                  April Davis                             Art Central

In recognition of contributions to the Carthage art community.

Athena                                    Amy Campbell                        Ruth Kolpin Foundation and SMB

A nationally recognized award presented in recognition of those who support, develop, and honor women leaders.

Richard M. Webster

Citizen of the Year                Elizabeth Simmons                 Carthage Rotary Club

Given in memory of the late Senator Richard M. Webster, the Citizen of the Year Award is presented in recognition of demonstrated devotion to the Carthage community.

Community Enhancement   The Tin Cup                            Leggett and Platt

Presented to recognize an organization, committee, group, or individual that has contributed significantly to make our community a better place to live.

Emerging Leader                  Mike Zeiter                             Fair Acres Family YMCA

This award is presented in recognition of individuals who further their career path or begin a new career path.

Small Business                       Tropical Smoothie                  Maple Leaf Music

Presented to one business each year that has provided a positive image and been a vibrant entity within the Carthage business community.

Spotlight              American Family Insurance- Jeff Hodkin   The Gaderian

Awarded to one business each year that has contributed to the overall enhancement of the business community of Carthage through revitalization or improvements made to their business location.

Vision Carthage Volunteer  Paula Richardson                    Vision Carthage

Presented by Vision Carthage in recognition of time given to help Vision Carthage achieve its mission to beautify and enhance our community.

Humanitarian of the Year   Mercy Hospital Carthage        McCune Brooks Healthcare Foundation Staff and Volunteers Presented in recognition of improvements to healthcare in the Carthage community.

For further information about the Carthage Chamber or upcoming Chamber events, contact the Chamber office at 358-2373.

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