Distinguished Service Awards

The Springville-Mapleton Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors and chamber member businesses had the opportunity to thank and say goodbye to three outstanding members of the board of directors during the chamber’s Awards Banquet on Thursday, Feb. 23, held in the Mapleton Civic Center ballroom and catered by Magleby’s Catering.

Past Board Chair Jessica Devenish and Board Chair Brian Johnson presented Jason Packard, Erik Busath and Michael Snelson with the Distinguished Service Award. Together, these three men have served more than 34 combined years on the board. We have appreciated and are grateful for their insight, ideas, dedication and advocacy for the chamber of commerce during their time on the board.

Jason Packard and Erik Busath were honored for 12 years of service. Mike Snelson, with eight years of service as a business owner, most recently added two additional years serving as the Springville City Council’s liaison to the chamber.

“It was an honor of a lifetime to serve on this board alongside these giants in business,” said Melanie Bott, president and CEO of the chamber. “They have been an inspiration, strength, guiding hand and devoted support in helping each board member find their place on the board and supporting the growth and direction of the chamber.”

A board of elected members governs the chamber of commerce. Each selected member owns and operates their own business or is employed by a company that is an active chamber member. These board members volunteer their time and

Jason Packard, Central Bank

energy to impact our community and organization directly.

The rotating board of directors aims to strengthen and advise the chamber on appropriate strategies to pursue. Directors help implement and promote chamber policies and objectives by participating in meetings and activities. Directors are nominated and voted onto the board to serve and help grow the organization.

We are truly grateful to these outgoing members who have volunteered their time to guide the Springville-Mapleton chamber as a sustainable and community-oriented organization. We are forever thankful for their influence and impact as they leave it a better organization for their wisdom and service. We wish them the best and look forward to continuing to work with them within the community.

Jason Packard most recently served on the chamber’s executive board, filling in as past chair for Melanie Bott, who was hired as the chamber’s executive director in 2021. During his 12 years of service, Jason held many leadership roles on the board, including several on the executive board during more than half of this time serving.

Jason was instrumental in helping the chamber’s golf tournament grow and was influential in helping add the “charity” aspect to it in 2018. He has assisted in the growth of the legislative and judicial process, advancing the chamber from its previous organizational structure to follow the same governing model as the majority of chamber organizations with a president and CEO (chief executive officer) and a chair of the board to help the organization grow in the same direction as chambers nationwide.

Erik Busath, HOLT CPA

With these advancements within the chamber, Erik Busath, who served as treasurer, used his knowledge and skills to help keep the chamber financially responsible while it progressed. Erik has served during the past 12 years as a board of directors member. We are grateful for his guidance and perspective as a financial advisor working in developing budgets, accounting and tax preparation.

Erik is a valuable member of the golf committee who favors his responsibilities in setting up the golf sponsors’ signs in the cool early mornings before the big golf tournament.

Michael Snelson, Snelson PhotoColor Lab

The chamber has continued to grow with these great leaders, who include Michael Snelson. Mike has provided consistent and sharp guidance as a business owner and then as a representative of the Springville City Council. He has helped grow the educational aspect of the chamber as well as its professionalism by providing support and an expert guiding hand.

Mike is exclusively responsible for the chamber’s fantastic photos. We are grateful for his service and for sharing his skills.