10-23-25 2025 Awards Gala

Description

Join us for an unforgettable evening as we celebrate the outstanding achievements of Schuylkill County’s businesses and nonprofit organizations at the Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce Awards Gala. This premier event brings together leaders, innovators, and community members to recognize excellence, impact, and commitment to our region.

After the program, Toolshed Jack will be providing live entertainment!

Meal Options: Beef Filet Tips, Chicken Oscar, or Vegetarian
Your registration also includes Yuengling beer and house wine!
A cash bar will also be available.

What’s New This Year?
We’re excited to unveil a fresh, more engaging awards process! For each award category, three finalists will be announced prior to the event, and the winners will be revealed live at the Gala on October 23.

Public Voting! 
*Now open - https://schuylkillchamber.voterfly.com/
For the first time, we’re inviting the community to help choose the winners!
*Public voting will close at midnight on October 6
*Individuals may only vote once for their top choice in each category
While public voting is an exciting new feature, please note it will represent a small portion of a broader scoring rubric used by the anonymous Awards Committee

👋Meet the 2025 Chamber Award Nominees!
BUSINESS MAN
*Bill Metzinger, Metz Properties Rentals
*Eric Eichenburg, Quandel Construction Group, LLC
*Jeff Bowers, Bowers Home Improvements

BUSINESS WOMAN
*Jacqueline Engel, Walk In Art Center
*Michelle Dallago, The Perception Training Center, Inc. -Perception Early Learning, Montessori
*Sandy Hess, Hess Catering

NONPROFIT OF THE YEAR
*Alvernia University Pottsville CollegeTowne
*Pioneer Tunnel Coal Mine & Steam Train
*St. Joseph Center for Special Learning

ENTREPRENEUR
*Allie Doran, Arrow Studio & Events
*Brad Mullen, Mullen Realty Associates
*Kevin Putalavage, 5 Star Heating & Air

FOR-PROFIT
*Bowers Home Improvements
*Leibold Inc
*Zimmerman Machine, Inc.

SMALL BUSINESS, sponsored by  Explore Schuylkill
*5 Star Heating & Air
*Ethereal Salon + Spa
*HC Digital Agency

YOUNG PROFESSIONAL
*Allie Doran, Arrow Studio & Events
*Hannah Corbacio, HC Digital Agency
*Hunter Snyder, Sterman Masser, Inc. Potato Farms

This is your chance to support and celebrate the organizations that make Schuylkill County a great place to live, work, and grow. Whether you're a nominee, a business leader, or a proud supporter of our local nonprofits, we invite you to be part of this special evening!

Event Sponsorships:
Sponsorships are available (not part of this year's TRC). Contact a staff member today!

Registration for this event is required and due by Monday, October, 20. Cancellations after October 20 and no shows will be invoiced.