March 2014, Volume 10, Issue 3, www.manhattan.org
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Chamber’s 89th Annual Meeting
The 89th Annual Meeting and Banquet of the Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce was held on February 21st at the Manhattan Conference Center. Over 575 guests attended this special event.
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Chairman of the Board for 2013, Frank Beer, celebrated the successes of the past year and recognized the volunteer leadership including these retiring Board members: Therese Adams, Joe Bowers, Vonda Copeland, Lynne Hinrichsen, Kevin Ingram, Lowell Kohlmeier, Ryan McDonald, and Chuck Scott. The following outgoing Committee Chairs were also acknowledged: Kate Ryan, Chuck Scott, Lisa Sisley, Wayne Sloan, and Lucy Williams.
Guests were treated to a video production of the Chamber’s 2013 accomplishments and a performance by the K-State Singers Ensemble. The highlight of the evening, as in the past, is the surprise announcement of the 2013 Lud Fiser Citizen of the Year and the 2013 Volunteer of the Year award winners. Recognized for her leadership, vision and dedication to the region, Linda Weis was named the 2013 Lud Fiser Citizen of the Year. This award recognizes individuals who have made outstanding and repeated contributions to the progress of our community over several years. Fred Willich received the 2013 Volunteer of the Year award for outstanding commitment to the Chamber of Commerce and Manhattan Community. This award originated in 1990 to express appreciation for the hard work and dedication given by a Chamber of Commerce member. The Chamber would like to thank the following sponsors who made the evening a success:
Presenting Sponsors
2013 Citizen of the Year - Linda Weis
2013 Volunteer of the Year - Fred Willich