The Annual Gala and Silent Auction is one of the Chamber's marquee events. The annual gala brings together the business and community leaders for an evening that showcases the success of the Metro North region. Each year awards are given to the Business Person of the Year, the Outstanding Chamber Partner of the Year and Leadership Person of the Year. This year the Chamber will also present an award for Chamber Ambassador of the Year. See sponsorship details below and don't miss out on this exciting opportunity.
2009 Award Winners
Ambassador of the Year Trisha Lindeman of Maxx Media Solutions
Trisha has been a tremendous asset to the Metro North Chamber by demonstrating leadership thorughout the community. She is the Chairman of the Ambassador program and worked to increase growth in the program. Additionally, Trisha is also working to increase awareness of Chamber advertising opportunities.
Small Business Person of the Year Dana Tepoel of Lake Arbor Automotive & Truck
Dana best represents entrepreneurial spirit and has shown outstanding support to the Chamber and its membership. He has more than 30 years of automotive experience. He purchased a failing emissions-testing shop in 1992, expanded it into a full-service repair shop, and has served the Denver area with the highest degree of integrity ever since.
Business Person of the Year Keith Durbin of Atomic Idea
Keith has shown tremendous committment and creativity to the Metro North region and the businesses located within it. Keith has over 30 years of experience in advertising, marketing and design. Keith serves on the Chamber Board and in 2001, re-designed the Chamber logo. He has been the creative mind behind many of the Chamber's event logos such as the Chamber Challenge 5K and Taste of the Chamber.
Outstanding Chamber Partner of the Year Denver Merchandise Mart
The Denver Merchandise Mart has a long history with the Metro North Chamber as a dedicated partner for the past 32 years. The Denver Merchandise Mart has been instrumental in working with the Chamber on the Taste of the Chamber for the past 8 years and has brought much success to the event.
5 Star Sponsor - American Furniture Warehouse, City of Thornton, United Power
4 Star Sponsor - $1,500
* Table for ten with recognition on the table * Banner displayed * Listed as sponsor on invite & in program * LCD projection of logo throughout the evening
3 Star Sponsor - $750 * Four tickets to dinner * Recognition in the program * Name recognition on sponsor banner
