Palatine chamber announces award winners
The Palatine Area Chamber of Commerce will recognize businesses and individuals at its Keys to Success holiday awards dinner from 5:30-8:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 1, at The Grand at Twin Lakes, 920 E. Northwest Hwy., Palatine.
Community members are invited to attend this annual event, where the winners in several different categories will be announced, along with the installation of the incoming Chamber of Commerce board of directors.
Food tastings from The Grand at Twin Lakes and several area restaurants will be featured, in addition to complimentary beer and wine. A cash bar will also be available.
"We are looking forward to honoring the distinguished individuals and businesses who play a vital role in our business and greater community," said Steve Gaus, director of the Palatine Area Chamber of Commerce. "Keys to Success is a perfect way to wrap up the year while honoring hard work and dedication of our nominees."
The 2017 Key to Success nominees include:
Business of the Year:
• Chicago Culinary Kitchen
• JP Wood Martial Arts America
• Palatine Bank & Trust
• The Grand at Twin Lakes
Distinguished New Business:
• Chicago Culinary Kitchen
• BALL4Training
• My Flavor It! Place
Business Leader of the Year:
• Eric Marzinke, Pro Mark Planners
• Amber Murans, Left Hand Marketing
• Jan Wood, JP Wood Martial Arts America
Palatine Pride:
• d'Vine Wine & Gifts
• Kramer Photographers
• Palatine Park District
Community Organization:
• Faith Community Homes
• Journey's The Road Home
• Palatine Township Senior Citizens Council
Rising Star Award:
• Mohnish Soni
Hero/Heart Award:
• Steve Colello, Jewel-Osco/Plum Grove Road
• Aaron Del Mar, Let's Pitch in Palatine
• Kim Held, Palatine Community Member
• Kate Johnson, Palatine Township Senior Center
• Jo Ann Pallay, Pallay Business Coaching, Ltd.
• Jodi Suson, Medulla, LLC-Chiro One
For information, or to purchase tickets, visit palatinechamber.com or call (847) 359-7200.
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