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    Annual Membership Awards

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    Awards

     

    The Bill Stroecker Business of the Year Award

    The Bill Stroecker Business of the Year award honors the accomplishments in the business community of a member of the Chamber who has shown drive in leading local development with sights on the future of Fairbanks. The business is recognized for consistent community involvement, an excellent business reputation with the public, and as a leader in their own profession and/or field of business.

    Past RecipientsClick to viewClick to hide▼
    • 2024: Explore Fairbanks
    • 2023: Gene's Chrysler Jeep Dodge and Ram
    • 2022: Lat 65 Brewing Co.
    • 2021: Kinross Fort Knox
    • 2020: McKinley Orthopedics, Sports Medicine & Spine
    • 2019: Alaska Universal Productions
    • 2018: Design Alaska
    • 2017: Alyeska Pipeline Service Company
    • 2016: Sunrise Bagel and Espresso
    • 2015: HooDoo Brewing Company
    • 2014: Northern Alaska Tour Company
    • 2013: Date-Line Digital Printing
    • 2012: Madden Real Estate
    • 2011: Mt. McKinley Bank
    • 2010: Chena Hot Springs
    • 2009: Santina's Flowers & Gifts
    • 2008: Advance Printing Company
    • 2007: Pacific Alaska Forwarders

    The George Nehrbas Volunteer of the Year Award

    The George Nehrbas Volunteer of the Year award is presented to a member of the Chamber who has distinguished themselves as an outstanding volunteer. It is the Chamber's most visible recognition for volunteer contributions to our community. All employees of Chamber member businesses and organizations are eligible to receive this award.

    Past RecipientsClick to viewClick to hide▼
    • 2024: Katie Yarrow
    • 2023: Tammy Miller
    • 2022: MAC Federal Credit Union's MAC PAC
    • 2021: Lisa Putnam
    • 2020: Ken Hall
    • 2019: Christina Tachick
    • 2018: Clark Milne
    • 2017: Mike Richards
    • 2016: Dr. Katherine Johnson
    • 2015: Derek Miller
    • 2014: Sarah Lefebvre
    • 2013: Heather Lambert
    • 2012: Mary Jane Fate
    • 2011: Cindy Cevasco
    • 2010: Lorna Shaw
    • 2009: Joe Usibelli Jr.
    • 2008: Billie Blanchard
    • 2007: Val Cofield
    • 2006: Jack Wilbur
    • 2005: Teresa Reed
    • 2004: Dr. Hugh "Bud" Fate
    • 2004: Dan Gavora
    • 2003: John Ringstad
    • 2002: Steve Thompson
    • 2002: Karen Lavery
    • 2001: Gary Roth
    • 2001: Joe Usibelli Sr.
    • 2000: Dick Brickley
    • 1999: Dr. William R. Wood
    • 1998: Rose Todd
    • 1996: Mike Kramer
    • 1995: Richard Wien
    • 1993: Jeff Cook
    • 1992: James R. Lentine
    • 1991: Pamela J. (held) Younker
    • 1989: Art Buswell
    • 1988: Frank Chapados
    • 1987: Jim Messer
    • 1985: Jo R. Scott
    • 1984: John Robertson
    • 1983: Robert Thomas
    • 1980: Robert H. Dempsey
    • 1971: Eva McGowan
    • 1968: Harry J. Porter
    • 1967: William "Bill" Green
    • 1965: J.D. Don Vogwill
    • 1964: Arthur J. Sexauer
    • 1963: G.A. "Al" Seeliger

    The Bernice M. Joseph Education Advocate of the Year Award

    The Bernice M. Joseph Education Advocate of the Year award recognizes a business or individual in the business community that has consistently shown a commitment to education through sustained partnership, outreach, or career development opportunities that improve the educational experience of students and demonstrate partnership, innovation, and creativity. All employees of Chamber member businesses are eligible to receive this award.

    Past RecipientsClick to viewClick to hide▼
    • 2024: Naomi Mitchell
    • 2023: Kinross Alaska
    • 2022: Brianna Gray
    • 2021: Spirit of Alaska Federal Credit Union
    • 2020: Michele Stalder
    • 2019: Daniel Domke
    • 2018: Denise Wartes
    • 2017: The Associated General Contractors of Alaska
    • 2016: Dr. Cary Keller
    • 2015: Sue Hull

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