Marietta Area Chamber of Commerce

Page 3 Marietta Area Chamber of Commerce "If you do a good job right now, today, then tomorrow will take care of itself. That's all you can do." Coach Ryan Day, The Ohio State Buckeyes. Coach Ryan Day shared insights on how to find princi- pals of leadership and build a winning team. He captured the attention of over 1,025 area business- people and the gen- eral public in at- tendance at the Dyson-Baudo Recreation Center, Marietta College, with his real-life leadership and coaching experiences. During the 105th Annual Meeting dinner of the Chamber of Commerce on Monday, March 9, 2020, Chairman of the Board Kristopher Justice, TheisenBrock, wel- comed three new directors: Pamela Holschuh, Copper Leaf Interiors, William Wilkinson, Mid-Ohio Valley Employment and Nancy Horner, Solvay Specialty Poly- mers. He also acknowledged outgoing directors: David Bricker, Hampton Inn, Joan Zoller Trademark Solutions and Mi- chael Beardmore, MB Distributing. Justice continued by announcing the rest of the board of di- rectors: Terry Ra- taiczak, Past Board Chair (Kinetic Net- working), Gary O'Brien, Chair for the Advocacy/ Education Committee (O'Brien's Safety Services) Tina Adams, Treasurer (Settlers Bank), and Kathy Schalitz, Chair for Member Services, (Pioneer Pipe). The remaining directors are: Daneka Hedges, Memorial Health Foundation; Deborah Rhoades, Peoples Bank; Dr. William Ruud, Marietta College; David Schramm, Workingman's Store; Bill Stacy, Stacy Family Farm; Josh Wagner, Walmart Supercenter #2078; Dr. Vicky Wood, Washington State Community College. "2019 and the start of 2020 has definitely been a year for growth and change for MACC, I am so excited to continue the year moving the organization forward. Tonight was an incredible night and the award winners are very well deserving," commented Carrie Ankrom, MACC Presi- dent/CEO "I also want to say thank you to our member businesses for their support as the Chamber continues to promote our Mid-Ohio Valley and work to strengthen our business community. This evening we gathered with record breaking numbers at over 1,000 business representatives of the Mid-Ohio Valley and honored the deserv- ing people in our community who made a difference in 2019." MACC Board Chairman, Kristopher Justice (TheisenBrock) stated, "The 105th Marietta Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Dinner was a tremendous success. With over 1,000 attendees, we had a record crowd and a record number of sponsors. Coach Day's speech was inspir- ing and powerful. It was a wonderful evening that was enjoyed by all. Congratulations to each of the award win- ners. They each represent the best of our community, and will continue to serve as role models for younger generations. This evening would not be possible with- out the hard work of our staff and volun- teers. Thank you for all of your help in making this evening such a success." AWARD RECIPIENTS George Broughton was honored as the 2020 Gabe Zide Citizen of the Year. Wal- ly Kandel, the 2019 recipient of the award, described Broughton as a contributor to the overall good of the Marietta area, without monetary gain and a truly dedicated volun- teer to the Marietta area. Broughton is a Marietta Noon Rotarian but has been known to help the Kiwanis Club too. He has led many United Way Drives. He was instrumental in the development of the Broughton Ice Cream Social, supports the Greater Marietta Community Food Pantry, and along with other family mem- bers, oversees the Broughton Foundation. When the Marietta City School levy failed last fall, Broughton went looking for how he could help define the next steps as he knows how important this is for Marietta's future. For people traveling South on I-77, Broughton greets them with a clear display showing, "Marietta is Open for Business". The Broughton Busi- ness Park, also affectionately known as "George Town," not only provides 20 plus build- ings for businesses, but it also provides free advertising space for Marietta College and Shale Crescent USA. Most recently, Broughton had the vison and fortitude to provide the community with a much-needed Community Building. The new community building honors his loving mother, as it bears her name: the "Elizabeth Sugden Broughton Community Building". This year marks the 35th year the Marietta Chamber of Commerce has honored a Business Leader of the Year for success in business, mentoring others, promoting local business, giving back to the commu- nity and acting as an advocate for business. Laurie Strahler, the 2019 Business Leader of the Year, presented Jerry Brock, TheisenBrock, the 2020 Marietta Area Chamber of Commerce Business Leader of the Year. Brock was born and raised in Ohio and moved to Marietta in the 60's, after getting married and graduating college. He is a past presi- dent of the Lions Club, the Marietta Area Chamber of Commerce and the United Way. Brock also served on the board of Marietta College for 20 years. Brock was recognized as an Ohio State Bar Association certified specialist in sev- eral areas. 105th Annual Meeting Highlights

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