(ROCKWALL, TX – Jan. 22, 2016) Rockwall businesses and honored guests will be recognized on Tuesday, January 26th at the 2016 Annual Awards & Partner Appreciation Banquet (Can I Get A Yee Haw!) presented by Cavender’s Boot City.
Over 440 attendees will enjoy steak dinners; desserts sponsored by Rod Holland Real Estate; dancing; and socializing courtesy of Southern Junction Steakhouse. Guests and award winners will also have photo opportunity times with the event banner and Sweet Memory Photography photo booth sponsored by Guaranty Bank and Trust. Guests will also be treated to live entertainment provided by Mathew Middleton & Texas Drive.
Last week, community members casted their votes for their top choices last week through an interactive voting system sponsored by Justin Holland – Regal Realtors . This year’s nominees are:
Best Practices in Community Involvement- Showcases a company that demonstrates a commitment to community involvement and philanthropy as a part of their core business values.
1. Alliance Bank
2. Atmos Energy
3. Heath Salon & Spa
4. Honda Cars of Rockwall
5. Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital-Rockwall
6. Toyota of Rockwall
Best Practices in Customer Service– Showcases a company whose customer service has resulted in an increase of client satisfaction, client retention, referrals and/or profits.
1. Chick Fil-A
2. Lone Star Transfer
3. Pizza Cucina
4. Trey Finley- John Maxwell Team/Basepaths Coaching
5. Zanata’s
Emerging Business of the Year– This award recognizes an emerging company that has demonstrated a capacity for creativity and innovation and experienced growth. This company has demonstrated a true entrepreneurial spirit and overall contribution to the community.
1. Brian Llewellyn-State Farm
2. Embellished on the Square
3. School of Rock
4. Simply Kate
5. Jerry Welch, The Welch Team- Ebby Halliday Realtors
Corporate Business Partner of the Year- This honors an organization that has made a significant economic impact on our area and within the Chamber through leadership, marketing & strategic alliances, charitable (sponsorship) contributions. This award recognizes a company that has demonstrated business success and has displayed overall community development for the greater Rockwall Area.
1. American National Bank
2. Dick’s Sporting Goods
3. Ebby Halliday Realtors
4. Honda Cars of Rockwall
5. Lake Pointe Medical Center
6. Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital- Rockwall
Medium Size Business Partner of the Year- Recognizes a mid-size business which has maintained stability over its business life for the operations and successes. Has made outstanding contributions during the past year to employees and the community. Has an excellent reputation and been a strong advocate to the community and the Chamber, and is recognized for integrating excellence and commitment to quality into their business structure.
1. Farmers Electric Coop
2. Guild Mortgage
3. MidSouth Bank
4. My Computer Guy
5. Regal Realtors
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-oriented projects, a proven track record, growth and sustainability of a company and a commitment to quality.
1. CertaPro Painters
2. Conway Company CPA, PC
3. Dodie’s Restaurant
4. English Insurance
5. Mishler Builders
6. Willis Fine Jewelers
Non-Profit of the Year– This award recognizes a registered not-for-profit organization who is a member of the Chamber, which has been operational for at least three years and that has made an outstanding contribution to the social, cultural or economic well-being of the Rockwall Area while exhibiting stability, maintaining a good relationship with its volunteers and demonstrating best business practices.
1. Boys and Girls Club
2. Helping Hands
3. Meals on Wheels
4. Women In Need
5. YMCA
“The Annual Banquet is fast moving and fun,” says Donna Roland, Vice President of Operations at the Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce.
Chairman of the Board David Mallard of Law Offices of David S. Mallard adds, “It will be a great event to honor all of our Chamber Partners! This year will be the best yet!”
Master of Ceremonies, Kevin Fowler, will open the Annual Banquet, while community leaders and business professionals will present the Rockwall Chamber awards sponsored by Texas A&M University – Commerce to several of the top businesses and individuals around the county. Guests will also view a special presentation courtesy of Farmer’s Electric this year’s Audio Visual sponsor.
“The annual awards and appreciation banquet provides an opportunity to recognize the achievements and attributes of our Chamber partners,” said Dana K. Macalik, Chamber President. “Rockwall has an accelerating momentum of economic growth and give.“ Dana adds, “We celebrate the Chamber’s past success and look forward to things to come in 2016.”
This year’s Table sponsors include:
Alliance Bank
American National Bank
ATMOS Energy Corporation
Baker Brothers Plumbing and Air
Belfiore Salon & Day Spa
Christian Care Senior Living
City of Heath
City of Rockwall
Communications Unlimited
Dallas Glass & Door, Ltd.
Dick’s Sporting Goods
Ebby Halliday Realtors
Guild Mortgage Company
HomeBank Texas
Honda Cars of Rockwall
Lake Pointe Medical Center
Lakeside National Bank
Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson, LLP
Lonestar Transfer
Mesquite Pro Rodeo
MidSouth Bank
My Computer Guy
Regal Realtors
Rockwall County Abstract & Title
Rockwall County Helping Hands
Rockwall Economic Development Corporation
Rockwall Gold & Silver Pawn
Rockwall ISD
Special Products & Mfg., INc.
Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Rockwall
Willis Fine Jewelry
Young Professionals of Rockwall
Half Table sponsors:
Conway Company CPAs, PC
Doigg’s Carpet Care Inc. and Restoration
Northstar Bank of Texas
Republic Services
Toyota of Rockwall
Submitted by Shannon Burkett, Event and Communication Coordinator.
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