The Annual Membership Meeting & Awards Celebration is the Chamber's annual party where we celebrate the past year, celebrate the future, and honor those who have helped shape that future.
Recognition is given to outstanding achievements of business community leaders and organizations, as well as giving thanks to member companies, individuals and volunteers.
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Awards
Citizen of the Year Award
Given annually since 1946 to a person (or persons) who has made an impact on our great city.
Chairman's Award
This award goes to an individual who has excelled and gone above and beyond in their participation within the Chamber.
Excellence in Agriculture Award
Presented to an individual or business who has demonstrated exceptional devotion to the advancement of the agriculture industry in the Big Country area.
Leadership Abilene Award
Presented to a Leadership Abilene Alumni whose participation in Leadership Abilene has directly resulted in a commitment to the Chamber's mission and activities at an extraordinary level.
Military Affairs Committee (MAC) Award
Presented to a MAC member who has shown exceptional selfless commitment to our local military heroes and their families while bridging the gap between Dyess and the Abilene community.
Corporate Star Award
The Corporate Star Award recognizes a local business with 50-plus employees that goes above and beyond for the Abilene community.
Hispanic Business Council Champion Award
Presented to a Company that has shown exceptional support to the Hispanic Business Council and its mission of building a bridge between Hispanic and non-Hispanic businesses and consumers.
Redcoat of the Year
Awarded to an individual who goes above and beyond standard Redcoat duties of welcoming new and growing businesses to Abilene while enhancing visibility of established businesses with ribbon cuttings.
Young Professional of the Year
Recognize the accomplishments of young professionals in Abilene by highlighting their advancement in their field, as well as their significant contributions to attract, retain, and engage AYPs.
Nonprofit of the Year Award
Given to an organization that exemplifies best practices in nonprofit management and professional development while making a profound difference in the lives of citizens of Abilene.
