March 30, 2021
7:00pm
Streamed on YouTube
The Excellence in Business Awards event is a time where the Chamber recognizes outstanding businesses and individuals who go above and beyond for our community every day. Community members and business leaders from across our area nominate businesses / individuals for specific awards, and an Awards Committee chooses the winners. These winners, of ten awards, will be presented virtually this year!
Tickets & Sponsorship
General Admission Tickets
In the place of a general admission ticket, we are asking Chamber members and guests to purchase a donation ticket, $20 per person or $60 per company. This financial donation will help support the Chamber.
Individual: $20
Businesses: $60
Sponsorship Packages
Platinum Level $2000
Gold Level $1000
Silver Level $700
Bronze Level $500
Chamber Supporter $250
For more details on each sponsorship package click here.
Feel free to contact us at the Chamber for assistance!
Tickets & Sponsorship
Table Reservation
Table of 8 for Chamber Members – $320
Table of 8 for Non-Members – $400
Contact: If you have questions or need assistance purchasing tickets or sponsorship packages, please contact Travis Frye, Program & Events Director, at the Chamber.
Travis@MtAiryNCChamber.org
(336) 786-6116 ext 204
Sponsorship Packages
Gold Sponsor – $1000
Silver Sponsor – $700
Award Sponsors – $500
Food & Beverage Sponsor – $150
Click here for the full details and benefits of each sponsorship package.
Awards for the year 2020
Deadline Extended: March 1, 2021
Business of the Year
Business Longevity Award
Ambassador of the Year
Administrative Professional of the Year
Outstanding Public Service Award
Excellence in Tourism Award
Duke Energy Citizenship & Service Award
Agri-Business of the Year
Business & Education Partner Award
Pandemic Leadership Award (NEW)
Surry-Yadkin Electric Membership Corporation
2020 Business of Year
Simmons Nissan, Inc.
Business Longevity Award
Nominee (Business) must have been a pillar of the business community for at least 20 years, and is vested in continuing to be part of the business community in the future. Nominee must have operated as an ethical business providing quality goods and/or services. Nominee business should have made a positive impact on the community, supporting local efforts such as education, civic, and charitable causes. Include a brief history of the company with photos and other supporting documentation as appropriate.
Sydney Whitaker, Surry Communications
2020 Ambassador of the Year
This award honors a member of the Chamber Ambassador’s League for his/her outstanding service and commitment.
Becky Parries, Mount Airy City Schools
2020 Administrative Professional of the Year
This award is presented to a person who works in an organization in an administrative capacity. They have many talents including professionalism, organization, integrity, team player, honesty and a strong work ethic. This person may not hold a management title but is considered a critical part of the organization’s daily operations. (This award was previously presented at the Administrative Professionals Lunch from 2004 to 2014. That luncheon event is no longer held.)
Alan Freeman, Captain of Mount Airy Police Department
Outstanding Public Service Award
This award honors a city, county, or state employee; volunteer; elected official; or citizen whose outstanding public service has far exceeded the normal call of duty.
Phil Marsh, President of Mount Airy Downtown Business Association
Excellence in Tourism Award
This award is presented to a business that supports the tourism industry of the region every day; acts as an ambassador and cheerleader for tourism promotion; and displays leadership and integrity, while delivering first class customer service.
Surry Medical Ministries
Duke Energy Citizenship & Service Award
Sponsored by:
This award is a tribute to a non-profit organization that positively impacts the community through skilled use of time, talents, and compassion. Recipients of the award help foster a culture of citizenship and service, acting as a catalyst for others to become involved in civic and social activities.
Miss Angel’s U-Pick Farm & Orchard
2020 Agri-Business of the Year
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This award is presented to a business involved in agriculture on some level. This enterprise could include farming, dairy, equine, poultry, produce, nurseries, vineyards, farm equipment, supplies or other related areas. This business should display a high level of integrity, professionalism and expertise.
Johnson Granite, Inc.
Business & Education Partner Award
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This award will be presented to a business who has partnered with a local school system in our community. This partnership could involve speakers, mentors, internships, apprenticeships, building projects, sports programs support, special events, grants or other programs. The business should demonstrate the ability to work with the school to benefit the schools, teachers and the community.
Miss Angel’s U-Pick Farm & Orchard
Pandemic Leadership Award (NEW)
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2021 Support Sponsors
2020 Wine Sponsor
2020 Floral Sponsor
2020 Entertainment Sponsor
2020 Photography Sponsor
Other
2020 Food & Beverage Sponsors
2020 Virtual Excellence in Business Awards
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