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Awards of Distinction
Date and Time
Thursday Feb 8, 2024
4:30 PM - 8:00 PM CST
4:30 PM | Reception:
- Reception & hors d'oeuvres will begin at 4:30 PM.
- Enjoy music, cash bars and hors d'oeuvres throughout the Capitol Civic Centre.
- Nominee photos will also be taken during the reception.
6:00 PM | Awards Program:
- The awards program will begin at 6:00 PM in the theatre.
- Sit back, relax and delight in the program from the comfort of your seat.
- The program will honor all nominees and award winners - as we take a look back at 2023 and celebrate the wonderful things happening in our community.
Location
Capitol Civic Centre
913 S. 8th St.
Manitowoc
Fees/Admission
Tickets are $55 per person. Please call the Chamber at (920) 684-5575 to purchase tickets.
Tickets will be available for pickup at the check-in table during the reception, on the evening of the event. Tickets are designated, numbered seating.
Tickets will not be mailed out prior to the event.
(Cancelations made within 48-hours of the event are non-refundable.)
Awards of Distinction
Event Sponsors
Marquee
Red Carpet
Hospitality
Ensemble
Description
We will honor award winners in the following categories:
Collaboration: Recognizes a Manitowoc County project, activity or event for its progress, success, innovation, and contribution to the community during 2023.
Sponsored by: Van Horn Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Manitowoc
Nominees:
Cardboard City
Central Park West 365 Project
Ethnicfest
Empty Bowls
Fourth on the Shore
Healthiest Manitowoc County Substance Use Prevention Coalition
School-Based Mental Health Care
SPARK! Program
The Upstanders-Community Film Presentation
Wisconsin Sand Sculpting Festival
Women's Summit
Education Impact: Recognizes an exceptionally dedicated educator who impacts parents, students, or the community beyond the scope of the classroom while integrating business and community resources to enhance student learning opportunities.
Nominees:
Renate Blennert, Manitowoc Public School District
Michelle Christman, Manitowoc Public School District
Molly Dixon, Manitowoc Public School District
Molly Johnson, Manitowoc Public School District
Matthew Kadow, Manitowoc Public School District
Joshua Moreau, Manitowoc Public School District
Rebekah Nyenhuis, Manitowoc Public School District
Ben Ruechel, Manitowoc Public School District
Jenny Schneider, Two Rivers Public Schools
Jennifer Wachowski, School District of Mishicot
Healthy Workplace: Recognizes a Manitowoc County organization for its focus and commitment to promoting a safe and healthy work environment.
Sponsored by: Prevea Health
Sponsored by: Prevea Health
Nominees:
Americollect
Balance on Buffalo
Carmeuse Americas Manitowoc Operation
Eck Industries
Lakeland Care, Inc.
Large Business/Industry of the Year: Recognizes a Manitowoc county business (26+ Employees) for its growth, success, innovation and contribution to the community during 2023.
Sponsored by: UnitedOne Credit Union
Nominees:
Americollect
Aurora Health Care Manitowoc County
Bank First
Briess Malt & Ingredients Co.
Burger Boat Company
Eck Industries Inc
Manitowoc Marina
Manitowoc Tool & Manufacturing, LLC
Redline Plastics
Robinson Inc.
Wisconsin Aluminum Foundry
Non-Profit Organization of the Year: Recognizes a Manitowoc county Non-Profit Organization for its dedication to serving the community at-large.
Sponsored by: Fricke Printing Service
Nominees:
Ant Hill Mob
Big Brothers Big Sisters WI Shoreline
CASA of East Central Wisconsin
The Crossing of Manitowoc County
Dillon Mueller Memorial Fund
Grow It Forward
Gumby’s Club Fore a Cure
Hope House of Manitowoc County
InCourage
Lakeland Care, Inc.
Lakeshore Foster Families and Friends
Lighthouse Recovery Community Center
Manitowoc Noon Rotary
Manitowoc Public Library
Manitowoc Sunrise Rotary
NAMI Manitowoc County
Painting Pathways Clubhouse
The Production Farm
Rahr-West Art Museum
Two Rivers Main Street
United Way Manitowoc County
Small Business of the Year: Recognizes a Manitowoc county business (Less than 25 employees) for its growth, success, innovation and contribution to the community during 2023.
Sponsored by: Americollect
Nominees:
Bartow Builders
Fricke Printing Service
Lang's Appliance
Novak's Service Center
Ostrander Financial Group
PetSkull Brewing Co. LLC
Summit Clinical Services
Young Professional (YP) of the Year: Honors a role model in career, community and future impact. The YP receiving this award excels in their career and has also left and will continue to leave a lasting footprint within the community through volunteer work. The award winner is selected from the 2023 Future 15 award winners.
Sponsored by: Associated Bank
Nominees:
Kelsey Beaver, Bank First
Ryan Brahmstadt, Seehafer Broadcasting Corporation
Megan Bruckschen, Felician Village
Katrina Buechner, Culver’s
Daniel Butler, Two Rivers Public School District
Erika Christel, Visit Manitowoc
Melissa DeSwarte, Americollect, Inc
Kayla Johnson, Lakeshore Community Health Care
Lainey Longmeyer, Manitowoc Public School District
Adam Rathsack, Americollect, Inc
Ashley Reigles, Ascend Services
Rachel Sachse, Roncalli Catholic Schools
Shawn Scola, Eis Implement
Donna Vankham, UnitedOne Credit Union
Genesis Wilda, Seehafer Broadcasting Corporation
Additional Recognitions will include...
Athena: The Athena leadership award is presented to a woman -- or man -- who is honored for professional excellence, community service and for actively assisting women in their attainment of professional excellence and leadership skills.
Sponsored by: Fricke Printing Service, Steimle Birschbach, the Tower Company and Past Athena Winner
Joseph P. Schmitt "Speak Up" Award: Established over 35 years ago to honor the late Chamber Executive Joseph P. Schmitt, recognizes an individual who has made exceptional contributions to the quality of life for citizens of Manitowoc County over a period of time.
Sponsored by: Past Award Recipients
Volunteer of the Year: honors an individual for going above and beyond as a Chamber, and community volunteer.
Athena: The Athena leadership award is presented to a woman -- or man -- who is honored for professional excellence, community service and for actively assisting women in their attainment of professional excellence and leadership skills.
Sponsored by: Fricke Printing Service, Steimle Birschbach, the Tower Company and Past Athena Winner
Joseph P. Schmitt "Speak Up" Award: Established over 35 years ago to honor the late Chamber Executive Joseph P. Schmitt, recognizes an individual who has made exceptional contributions to the quality of life for citizens of Manitowoc County over a period of time.
Sponsored by: Past Award Recipients
Volunteer of the Year: honors an individual for going above and beyond as a Chamber, and community volunteer.
Sponsored by: Ansay & Associates
