Community Life & Luxury Magazine
Greater Anna Chamber Awards Banquet Saturday, February 22nd was an exquisite evening as the Greater Anna Chamber of Commerce celebrated their 12th Annual Awards Banquet. There were over 300 in attendance and it took many, many volunteer hours to plan, manage and work the event. The Chamber would like to thank their Presenting Sponsor – Anna Community Development Corporation for their contribution, as well as Bancorp South for their Platinum Sponsorship and Windsor Homes for their Gold Sponsorship. There were many awards presented at the Banquet, but the Lifetime Achievement Award winner was hospitalized and couldn’t attend. Not to be derailed, Chamber President/CEO Kevin Hall, took the time the day before the banquet to surprise Mr. Jim Rountree in the hospital and present his award to him in front of his family. In addition to the awards that were presented, there was also an exciting announcement made during the Banquet – a change in the board structure. Outgoing Board Chairman Mr. Mike Mixson was also recognized for his service as he stepped down from his role. Congratulations to all of the award winners! Volunteer of the Year: Recognizes an individual or group who has demonstrated involvement and enthusiasm by giving time and service to a variety of events in support of our community. Megan Massey - Anna ISD Educator Educator of the Year: Recognizes an Anna ISD educator who has shown dedication and leadership in their position and in our community. Consistently provides opportunities for the youth of today to become the leaders of tomorrow. Curtis Hightower - AEC PE, Athletics (Head Golf, MS Football & Basketball) Innovation Award: Presented to a company that is designed to educate, celebrate and/or inspire the people of Anna to create the changes found in an economically and culturally thriving community. Anna Area Historical Preservation Society Business of the Year: Presented to a business that has exhibited the true meaning of community spirit by volunteering and supporting local projects and events. Pin Oaks Christian Fellowship Community Partner of the Year: Recognizes a person or company that has worked diligently to make Anna a better place for us to live, work and play. Anna ISD Citizens Award: Recognizes a person who, over the years, has made contributions that touched the lives of the people in our area with a selfless spirit of service and giving more to our community than he or she could ever expect to get back. New Business of the Year: Recognizes a new business that supports the Chamber programs, events and activities by encouraging community involvement at the corporate and/or employee level. Frazzy’s Gourmet Popcorn Business Person of the Year: Recognizes an outstanding individual for his or her dedication to their own business, as well as, a commitment to the local growth within our community. Dr. Jan Wheat Lifetime Achievement Award: Jim Rountree Mr. Rountree has been involved in Anna for many decades. He helped start and continues to organize the Anna Scholarship Foundation, is part of the Hurricane Creek Country Club HOA, volunteers with Meals on Wheels and is active in his church. Photos courtesy of Greater Anna Chamber of Commerce Board Member of the Year: Lisa Biddle Ambassador of the Year: Stephen Finnerty Photos Courtesy of Texas Red Productions and Photography unless otherwise noted
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