AWARDS

Heartland Bank Heart Of The Chamber Award

Mike Sanderson Auto Service Experts OH – by Sanderson Automotive LLC

Mike Sanderson has worn his share of hats lately, and today we’ll add ‘Heart of the Chamber’ to his list. His support through sponsorships and desire to increase networking make for a heartbeat that sounds throughout the Chamber and community.

The Heartland Bank Heart of the Chamber award was established to recognize generous contributions of time, finances or other resources to the Chamber.

“The award name comes from the first winner of the award, Heartland Bank, a founder and continual supporter of the work of the GCACC,” said Shawn Conrad, Chamber Executive Director. “Mike’s continued support of our events, particularly Farmers’ Market and A Taste of Grove City has just been above and beyond what we could ask.”

Mike’s involvement with the Grove City Chamber of Commerce began when he opened his shop in 2015. His hope was to network and be seen by the public, which made the Taste of Grove City and Business Expo a great place to start. His involvement with the expo-format of Taste of Grove City eventually included sponsorship, promotion, and some behind-the-scenes work to tally up the favorites at the end of the night.

The Chamber team noted that no matter the occasion, they can count on Mike to lend a hand or be present. Many times, he has offered support before anyone could ask him to do so, anticipating ways in which he can serve.

Like so many, for Mike it also comes back to the people he has met through the Chamber and the connections he has been able to make. The Chamber offers many opportunities to interact in person and Mike makes the time in his busy schedule to still allow for quality networking time.

“It pays off to actually be present,” he said. “You never know when you’re going to make a connection with someone who can grow your business.”