Waverly Chamber of Commerce Holds Annual Awards Celebration

posted in Chamber of Commerce on March 31, 2023

Waverly, IA – The Waverly Chamber of Commerce held their 47th Annual Awards Celebration on Thursday, March 30, 2023. This year’s awards ceremony was again held in the Knights Ballroom at Wartburg College’s Saemann Student Center.

Waverly Chamber of Commerce Main Street Executive Director, Travis Toliver, welcomed almost 120 attendees from Waverly’s business community to the event before introducing 2022 Board Chair, Chris Knudson. Knudson highlighted the chamber’s achievements over the past year and talked about the organization’s new strategic plan before introducing 2023 Board Chair, Kristin Vowell, who spoke to the organization’s future under her leadership.  

Toliver then introduced the various award sponsors who presented this year’s recipients. The award presenters are listed below, along with the award recipients.

The Wartburg College Community Service Award: presented by Wartburg College President – Dr. Rebecca Neiduski.

2023 Recipient: Don Meyer for his unexpected two terms as board chair for the Waverly Chamber Main Street Program and leading the organization through the COVID -19 pandemic

The Signs & Designs Distinguished Small Business Award: presented by Owner – Melissa Barber

2023 Recipient: Thompson Shoes for their unprecedented 50 years of business in the Waverly community

The Waverly Health Center Distinguished Large Business Award: presented by Waverly Health Center CEO – Jodi Geerts.

2023 Recipient: Nestle for the many years of dedication and service to both the Chamber and Waverly community

The United Equipment Accessories Distinguished Non-Profit Award: presented by UEA Client Relations and Strategic Pricing Manager – Thor Larson.

2022 Recipient: Waverly Health Center Foundation for their fundraising efforts to help with completing the Center’s recent expansion project

The First Bank Lifetime Achievement Award: presented by First Bank President – Steve Willemssen

2022 Recipient: Dan McKenzie for his lifelong dedication to the community of Waverly

To view more pictures of the event, visit facebook.com/WaverlyChamberofCommerce.

ABOUT WAVERLY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE/MAIN STREET

The Waverly Chamber of Commerce and Main Street program develops and sustains dynamic, progressive programs supporting the economic and business environment to provide a quality experience for residents and visitors to our community and historic downtown district.