Aaron Gustafson – Ambassador of the Year

A Greater Hewitt Chamber Ambassador serves as the face of the organization, increases member activity and displays a high degree of professionalism and community involvement. Kylee has been a great support to the Chamber’s mission by volunteering throughout the year at major community events, recruiting members and supporting the office with several tasks. Kylee also is a strong supporter of the chamber’s growth and retention efforts. We are thrilled to recognize Kylee Ticknor as the 2020 Ambassador of the Year. Reece was nominated and is currently serving on the Board of Directors.

Finalists for Ambassador of the Year are determined by the number of points accumulated during the calendar year by attending meetings and events. Past winners include Reece Flood, High & Associates, Michael Wyatt (Wyatt Brothers Moving) Donny Hunter (LegalShield), Glenda Ruiz (GTR Vacations) Jeff Nunes (Waddell & Reed), Glynn Beaty (Glynn Beaty Law Firm), Beth Kwasnica (Allen Samuels Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram Fiat), Carlena Lesso (Jack of All Trades), Merry Bruner (Individual Member), Debbie Grady (Insurance Network of Texas).

The Bushman Law Firm – New Member of the Year

The Bushman Law Firm has been a great support to the Chamber and City by being actively involved in numerous community events throughout the year including Ribbon Cuttings, monthly event support and the Annual Banquet. The Chamber is honored to recognize The Bushman Law Firm as 2022 New Member of the Year.  Drew currently serves on the Board of Directors.

This award is chosen from among Chamber businesses or individuals who have been dues paying members less than one year. The recipient of this award has demonstrated support and enthusiasm for the Chamber and shows potential for future leadership within the Chamber. Past winners include Dr. SmiLee, Bulldog Auto Detailing, Landmark Chiropractic, Trish Menchu, Coldwell Banker Apex, D1 Sports Training, Orangetheory Fitness, WTX Media, Brian Black Coaching, Bite of Wisdom Magazine, Allstate Insurance Agency – Robert Humphrey, QuickSnaps Photo Booth and Allen Samuels Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram Fiat.

Andy Westra– Volunteer of the Year Award 

The Volunteer of the Year Award is awarded to the individual who combines a strong vision for furthering the chamber’s mission with the leadership skills to organize fellow volunteers to see that vision to fruition.  This award is presented to the volunteer who has excelled in encouraging community members and Directors to be involvement in Chamber activities. The Chamber deeply appreciates Lori’s efforts in moving the organization forward. Andy is currently serving on the Board of Directors.

Past winners include Lori Robb (BSW Health), Shawna Roscom (Edward Jones), Tolea Smith (Allen Samuels DCJRF, 2019) Justin Anderson (Raising Cane’s, 2018), Mary Ellison (Cen-Tex Roof Systems, 2017) and Regina Martinez (Incommons Bank, 2017), Alee Walker (Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Hillcrest, 2016), Andrew Smith (Placements Unlimited, 2015) and Chris Watkins (Central National Bank, 2015), Cassie Thomas (Placements Unlimited, 2014), Pat Breen (Action Fire Pros, 2013), Scott Hedges (GENCO Federal Credit Union, 2012), Royce Berger (SCM Promos, 2011) and Donna Muhlman (Mr. Electric, 2010).

Clint Allen State Farm  – Business of the Year

The Business of the Year demonstrates all-around support to the Chamber, its mission and the greater Hewitt community’s development. GENCO has established a strong reputation of being community-minded by providing leadership on committees for Greater Hewitt Chamber community events and has consistently invested in the Chamber’s efforts over the past several years. GENCO sponsors the Annual Membership Banquet, Hewitt Express Classic and several City of Hewitt initiatives. The Chamber is proud to recognize Clint Allen State Farm as our 2022 Business of the Year. Clint Allen currently serves on the Board of Directors.

The committee uses a weighted rubric to help identify Business of the Year finalists based on financial support, volunteer support, and leadership positions filled by the company within the GHCOC. The winner is selected from among this group of finalists. Past winners include  GENCO, Cen-Tex Roof Systems, Incommons Bank, HEB Woodway, Stanley Ford McGregor, Bush’s Chicken Hewitt, HEB – Woodway, Allen Samuels Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram Fiat, The National Banks of Central Texas, Baylor Scott & White Hillcrest Medical Center and Grande Communications.

HEB Woodway, Top Charitable Business of the Year

HEB Woodway was nominated and selected as our very first Top Charitable Business of the Year! HEB constantly demonstrates all-around support to the Chamber, its mission and the greater Hewitt community’s development. HEB has established a strong reputation of being community-minded by providing leadership on committees, donations to several other local non-profits and community needs. HEB is active in the chamber’s annual Student of the Year, Operation Thank You, Hewitt Public Library Hewitt Day, GHCOC’s Express Classic Lunch Sponsor, Hewitt Public Library Dog Days, Hewitt’s National Night Out, Hewitt’s Christmas Tree lighting and MISD PTA requests.

The committee uses a weighted rubric to help identify Business of the Year finalists based on financial support, volunteer support, and leadership positions filled by the company within the GHCOC. The winner is selected from among this group of finalists and past winners include Walk-On’s Waco.

Arrowhead Chiropractic – Marketing Package Winner

The Greater Hewitt Chamber is proud to serve small businesses in our community. Beginning last January, the chamber launched a new initiative allowing members in business for less than 3 years and employing less than a staff to apply. The winner receives a $2,000 Marketing Package, customizable to fit their business needs, in order to boost small business efforts. The winner demonstrates a unique drive and determination in establishing business growth in the greater Hewitt area. Past winners include The Grandson, Fluff Wash & Fold, and Superman Electric.

Board Service Award 16 years – Suzi Pagel

The Greater Hewitt Chamber is proud to recognize exemplary service within our chamber as well as in our community. It is a great honor to present Suzi Pagel with our Outgoing Board Member Award for 16 years of service.  We wish you the best in your retirement.

Outstanding Service Award- Diana Crow

The Greater Hewitt Chamber is proud to recognize exemplary service within our chamber as well as in our community. It is a great honor to present Diana Crow with our Service Award as Past President.  We appreciate all you continue to do to help our chamber grow.

Token of Appreciation to Lindsey Skinner and Cassie Thomas

The Greater Hewitt Chamber is proud to recognize exemplary service within our chamber as well as in our community. It is a great honor to bestow 2022 Tokens of Appreciation to Lindsey Skinner of Pattillo, Brown & Hill for serving 7 years as Treasurer and Cassie Thomas of The City of McGregor for serving 8 years as Secretary, with our greatest appreciation for all you do to assist the chamber in its endeavors.