CONGRATS to tonight’s BIG WINNERS at the Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce “Game Changers” Awards! A record 630 Chamber partners packed the Hilton as local businesses were honored at the 90s-themed event presented by Lakeside Bank. Stay tuned as we continue to update the photo gallery!
WINNERS ARE:
Excellence in Community Involvement – Texas Health Hospital Rockwall
Excellence in Customer Focus – All Care Comfort Solutions
Emerging Business of the Year – Maaco of Rockwall
Small Business Partner of the Year – Ashmore & Ashmore
Medium Size Partner of the Year – Guaranty Bank & Trust
Large Partner of the Year – Rockwall ISD
Destination Rockwall Partner of the Year – Sideways BBQ
We also wish to recognize all of the nominees:
Excellence in Community Involvement: This award showcases a company that demonstrates consistent commitment to community involvement and philanthropy as a part of its core business values.
ATMOS Energy
Ebby Halliday Rockwall
Republic Services
Southwest Kia- Rockwall
Texas Health Hospital Rockwall
Excellence in Customer Focus: This award showcases a company whose customer service ability has transcended to the masses. Their reputation for excellent customer focus has been experienced and publicized by many. This positive focus as resulted in an increase of client satisfaction, client retention and referrals.
All Care Comfort Solutions, LLC
Hidden Creek Events
Minuteman Press- Rockwall
NTX Indoor Digital Billboards
Occasions at Stone River
Emerging Business of the Year: This award recognizes a Chamber Partner who has made a distinct impact in the business community within their first 12-18 months of partnering with the Chamber. They have demonstrated a capacity for creativity and innovation and experienced growth. This company has demonstrated and embraced true Chamber spirit and an overall contribution to the community.
Benefit Writers
Black Level AV
Docs Roofing
Maaco
Wells Fargo Financial Advisors- Kevin Hadawi
Small Business Partner of the Year: This company is recognized for integrating excellence and commitment to quality as a core value and point of reference into their business structure. The award recognizes participation in community and Chamber-driven iniatives, a proven track record, growth and sustainability.
Action Pest Control
Ashmore & Ashmore
Comfort Keepers Home Care
Spidermen Services
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Medium Size Business Partner of the Year: This award recognizes a mid-size business which has maintained stability over its business life for the operations and successes. They made outstanding contributions during the past year to employees and the community. This Chamber partner has an excellent reputation and has been a strong advocate to the community and the Chamber and is recognized for integrating excellence and commitment to quality into their business structure.
Allegiance Title Rockwall
Alliance Bank
Guaranty Bank & Trust
RE/MAX Landmark
Warehouse Pro
Large Partner of the Year: This award honors an organization that has made a significant impact on our area and within the Chamber through leadership, marketing & strategic alliances and contributions. They are consistently improving our area and quality of life.
City of Rockwall
Rockwall ISD
Special Products and Manufacturing
Texas Health Hospital Rockwall
Walmart
Destination Rockwall Partner of the Year: This organization has made an economic impact to Rockwall County by demonstrating the ability to bring in outside visitors to our community. This business is a leader in reputation, marketing and service. This Partner is committed to promoting Rockwall and it’s surrounding areas as a true destination and consistently brings our unique hometown feel to their patrons.
Hilton Dallas Rockwall- Lakefront
Sail with Scott
Shenaniganz
Sideways BBQ
Southern Junction
Springhill Suites
Standard Service
Wells Cattle Co. Burgers & Pies
Woodcreek Brewery
Zanata
Ambassador of the Year
Jared Schweers
Decades of Distinction – 50 Years
Rockwall County Abstract & Title
Texas Specialty Underwriters, Inc.
Chamber Partner of the Year: Based on their involvement in and support of critical community issues, enhancing the economy of the Rockwall area through the successful and profitable operation of their organization and exhibiting outstanding community support.
American National Bank of Texas
BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2020
Welcoming Chair Katy Miller, Baylor, Scott & White – Lake Pointe
Chair Elect Brandon Morris Southwest KIA Rockwall
Past Chair Sylvia Sotelo-Kidd, Ebby Halliday
Treasurer Jason Linscott, Texas Health Hospital
Secretary Eva Hummel, Atmos Energy
President Darby Burkey, Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce
Tommy Baugh, NTX Indoor Digital Billboards
Rick Bernas – Republic Services
Brady Z. Hill – Brady Z. Hill Agency – Farmers Insurance
Shane Hollas – Maaco
Lee Horn – Guaranty Bank & Trust
Blake James – American National Bank of Texas
Logan Lance – American National Bank of Texas
Lorne Liechty – Liechty & McGinnis, Attorneys and Counselors
Ashlei Neill – Rockwall ISD Education Foundation
Ben Northcutt – All Care Comfort Solutions
Richard Reynolds – Independent Bank
Judge David Sweet – Rockwall County
Kim Timpa – The Timpa Law Office
Dr. John “JJ” Villarreal – Rockwall ISD
THANK YOU OUTGOING
Mike Conway – Conway Company CPAs, PC
Russ Porter – Rockwall School of Music
Richard Redig – Blue Ribbon News
Cindy Tayem – Oncor Electric
WELCOME INCOMING
Brady Z. Hill – Brady Z. Hill Agency – Farmers Insurance
Shane Hollas – Maaco
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