The Cayuga County Chamber of Commerce Congratulates the 2023 Chamber Award Winners!

The Phyllis Goldman Encouragement Award for Women recognizes women in our community who have demonstrated noteworthy entrepreneurial and professional pursuits, who are committed to community and have served as a role model for other women and girls pursuing their career dreams. This year’s recipient is Erica Manners, Essentially Erica. 

Terri Bridenbecker Young Professional Award Recognizes an individual who is pursuing excellence in their career. A young professional is a goal-oriented person under the age of 40.  This year’s recipient is Courtney Rae Kasper, Equal Rights Heritage.

Business Leader Award
Honors businesses that continually invest in Cayuga County & have shown leadership by taking an active role in our community. This year’s recipient is HR One, Inc.

Small Business of the Year Awards
These awards celebrate both a newly emerged and a more established small business:
-In Business Less Than 5 Years – Melody Johnson, Melody's
-In Business 5 Years or More –  Sam Chindamo, Jr., Sam Shoe Service

Non-Profit of the Year Award
Recognizes a non-profit organization that contributes to the success of our community by enhancing the quality of life or contributing to the economic base of Cayuga County. This year’s recipient is Drew Scharoun, Sleep in Heavenly Peace

The Community Leadership Award, is open to Leadership Cayuga Alumni. Leadership Cayuga is a Chamber program geared towards empowering diverse individuals with the knowledge, skills, and inspiration to successfully achieve leadership roles while developing a collective resource and problem-solving network to address present and future community needs and challenges.  This year’s recipient is Leadership Cayuga Class of 2005 alumni Sue MacDavitt.

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