Get ready for the ultimate reveal! The prestigious 2024 Washington Chamber of Commerce Citizen and Business of the Year awards are in, and the winners will be unveiled live on March 25th at the Riverside Casino & Golf Resort during our Annual Dinner. Don’t miss out on being among the first to know the champions!
The Greater Washington Business Partnership Annual Dinner. is an evening of networking, special recognition, awards, and a great dinner! This event is brought to you by the area economic development partners, which includes the Washington Chamber of Commerce, Main Street Washington and Washington Economic Development Group (WEDG).
The Business of the Year Award recognizes a business in or around the City of Washington for noteworthy accomplishments and contributions to our community.
1) Displays qualities of leadership, cooperation, and teamwork.
2) Is an active member of the Chamber of Commerce and supports the growth, spirit, and overall improvement of Washington.
3) Has visibly contributed and promoted to major economic growth and stability in the area the Chamber serves within the past year.
The Citizen of the Year Award recognizes an individual that has gone the extra mile to get involved in programs & activities that benefit Washington.
1) Displays leadership, initiative, creativity, and dedication toward their cause and the overall betterment of our community.
2) Is an inspiration and cheerleader for others in their efforts to better the quality of life in Washington.
3) Created a desired outcome that has had or will have a positive impact on Washington and its future.
2022 – 2023 Chamber Award Winners:
Business of the Year:
Southeast Iowa Union
Citizen of the Year:
Isabella Santoro, Dodici Shop
Chamber Past Award Winners
Business of the Year: The Business of the Year Award recognizes a business in or around the City of Washington for noteworthy accomplishments and contribution to our community. Displays qualities of leadership, cooperation, and teamwork. Is an active member of the Chamber of Commerce and supports the growth, spirit, and overall improvement of Washington. Has visibly contributed and promoted to major economic growth and stability in the area the Chamber serves within the past year.
- 2022-SouthEast Iowa Union
- 2021-Jacquline Arreola, LLC
- 2020-KCTC
- 2019-Hills Bank
- 2018-DeLong Construction, Inc.
- 2017-WCDC, Inc.
- 2016-Sitler’s LED Supplies
- 2015-Greiner Buildings, Inc.
- 2014-no award given
- 2013-Riverside Casino & Golf Resort
- 2012-Washington County Extension Office
- 2011-Hamakua Place (Now Closed)
- 2010-Golden Crest Realty (Now Closed)
- 2009-Wolf Floral, Central Park Community Center, Jaz It Up! & Ameriprise Financial Advisors
- 2008-Washington County Hospitals & Clinics
- 2007-Pohaku (Now Closed)
- 2006-Cafe Dodici
- 2005-Engineered Building Design
- 2004-Modine Manufacturing (Now Closed)
- 2003-Winga’s Restaurant (Now Closed)
- 2002-Washington State Bank
- 2001-Goodwill Industries
- 2000-Hy-Vee Food Stores
- 1999-Fansteel Washington Manufacturing (Now Closed)
Citizen of the Year: The Citizen of the Year Award recognizes an individual that has gone the extra mile to get involved in programs & activities that benefit Washington. Displays leadership, initiative, creativity, and dedication toward their cause and the overall betterment of our community. Is an inspiration and cheerleader for others in their efforts to better the quality of life in Washington. Created a desired outcome which has had or will have a positive impact on Washington and its future.
- 2022-Isabella Santoro
- 2021-Michael Moore
- 2020-Illa Earnest
- 2019-Nancy Adrian
- 2018-Lonny Milligan
- 2017-Debbie Stanton
- 2016-Erin Smith
- 2015-Jan Gallagher & Bob Youngquist
- 2015-Jolisa Weidner
- 2014-no award given
- 2013-Max Cousins
- 2012-Jim Gorham
- 2011-Bonnie Boshart
- 2010-Ed Raber
- 2009-John & Mary Jo Hays
- 2008-Margaret Wolf
- 2007-Linda McNeil
- 2006-Kelly Swift
- 2005-Mike Zahs
- 2004-Sherry Renoux
- 2003-Chuck Gibson
- 2002-Yale Jarvis
- 2001-Phil Kneen
- 2000-John Prochaska
- 1999-Donna Manfull
Volunteer of the Year: The Chamber Volunteer of the Year Award recognizes an individual that goes above and beyond in their volunteerism, specifically within the Chamber’s programs and events.
- 2019-no award given
- 2018-no award given
- 2017-Pam Green
- 2016-Genie Davis