Chamber announces award finalists

VW Chamber of Commerce news

The Van Wert Area Chamber of Commerce announces the 2013 Ray Miller and Crystal Image award finalists. These two awards, along with Milestone and Golden Shovel recognition awards, will be presented at the 91st Annual Dinner and Awards Ceremony on Thursday, February 21, at Willow Bend Country Club.

The Ray Miller Award finalists include Eric McCracken of Lee Kinstle GM Sales and Service, Chuck Koch of Koch Law Office and Eric Hurless of Stahl Stoller Myer Insurance Center. These three outstanding individuals were nominated for their strong commitment to the community through volunteer work, participation in community organizations and outstanding service to the Van Wert community. Last year’s Ray Miller award was presented to longtime Red Cross volunteer, Dottie Stahl.

The Crystal Image Award finalists include Eaton Corporation, Citizens National Bank and Iberdrola Renewables Inc. These companies were nominated for their demonstrated leadership within the Van Wert community by its many faceted contributions, including business responsibility, productivity strength, employee empowerment, and service to the community. The Niswonger Performing Arts Center received the 2012 Crystal Image Award.

The Chamber would like to thank the following companies for their tradition of supporting this annual event that recognizes the many area businesses and individuals for their accomplishments and contributions to the greater Van Wert area:

Premier Sponsor: Cooper Farms

Entertainment Sponsor: Citizens National Bank

Awards Sponsors: Van Wert County Hospital, Vantage Career Center, Van Wert Manor, Kenn-Feld Group, The Hubbard Company, K & L Ready Mix, Koorsen Fire and Security and US Bank.

For more information about the Chamber, call 419.238.4390 or visit the Chamber website at www.vanwertchamber.com.