Annual Meeting Ceremony

Outstanding Citizen Award

Outstanding Citizen ~ Past Winners

2025 Rich Kisner
2024 Bonnie Trump
2023 Harry Mathias
2022 Lissa Bryan-Smith
2021 All Area Frontline Healthcare Workers
2020 Lisa Makara
2019 Linda Brown
2018 Denise Stone
2017 Daniel Jankowski
2016 Mary Clapp
2015 Mike Monico and Travis Petty
2014 Tim Wagner
2013 Bette Grey
2012 Eileen M. Chapman
2011 Ramona H. Alley

This award is for Chamber Members that advocate for policies or initiatives that enhance the well-being of local businesses and residents, actively contribute to community programs, nonprofits, or initiatives that promote sustainable growth. An Outstanding Citizen may participate in Foundation Programs (LCP, K12 Educator Summit, etc) and has exceptional leadership in fostering business and community connections. The Awardee has made a lasting, positive impact on the region through volunteerism, philanthropy, or civic engagement.

Community Progress Award

Community Progress ~ Past Award Winners

2025 Outta Boundz
2024 Berwick Area YMCA
2023 Elmdale Inn Bed and Breakfast
2022 Northeast Training Institute
2021 PB&J Bar
2020 Frosty Valley Resort
2019 Community Strategies Group
2018 LCBC Church Columbia-Montour
2017 Geisinger Health System: Woodbine
2016 Pump House Weddings and Bed and Breakfast
2015 Art of Floatin
2014 First Keystone Community Bank
2013 Turkey Hill Brewing Company
2012 Service 1st Federal Credit Union
2011 Towne Camera

This award is for Chamber Members that demonstrate leadership in a project or initiative that contributes to physical regional development. Specifically, members that show measurable improvement in the internal/external infrastructure of a commercial property through new construction within the last 3 years.

LARGE Business of The Year Award

Large Business ~ Past Award Winners

2025 First Keystone Community Bank
2024 Hayden Power Group
2023 Millville Mutual Insurance Company
2022 Crispin Multiplex
2021 First Columbia Bank & Trust
2020 Atlantic Broadband
2019 Knoebels Amusement Resort
2018 SEKISUI/Kydex
2017 Central Columbia School District
2016 Geisinger-Bloomsburg Hospital
2015 Danville Child Development Center
2014 PPL Corporation
2013 Berwick Offray LLC
2012 Kawneer Company Inc. / Alcoa Foundation
2011 Columbia Montour Home Health and Hospice

This award is for Chamber Members that demonstrate commitment to development through training, education, and career advancement opportunities while investing in strengthening the local economy with job creation, infrastructure, or industry leadership. The Large Business of the year supports Chamber programs, and engages in community initiatives, philanthropy, or partnerships that promote long-term progress.

Small Business of The Year Award

Small Business ~ Past Award Winners

2025 Troop 47 Trading Co.
2024 Craft Catering
2023 Shanty Secrets
2022 Martz Technologies
2021 Bason Coffee Roasting
2020 MARR Development
2019 For The Cause
2018 Steph’s Subs
2017 Freas Farm Winery
2016 Key Partners Realty
2015 Bloom Bounce
2014 Innotek Computer Consulting Inc.
2013 Old Forge Brewing Company
2012 Walker’s Jewelers
2011 Fuel Fitness

This award is for Chamber Members that demonstrate strong business growth, stability, and innovation in its industry. The Small Business of the Year actively engages in Chamber advocacy efforts to support a business-friendly environment while strengthening the community through partnerships, volunteer work, or local investment. Overall the Small Business contributes to a vibrant local economy.

Nonprofit of The Year Award

Nonprofit of the Year ~ Past Award Winners

2025 The Good Samaritan Mission
2024 The Gatehouse Shelter
2023 The Bloomsburg Children’s Museum
2022 The Hand in Hand Family Resource Center
2021 Community Giving Foundation
2020 AGAPE Love From Above To Our Community

This award is for Chamber Members that demonstrate strong leadership in advocacy and community engagement. They effectively strengthen local communities through impactful programs and partnerships, while providing professional development and support for employees and volunteers. The NPYA fosters business and nonprofit connections to maximize regional impact and contributes to the overall mission of supporting vibrant, sustainable communities.