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Valor Awards

5/6/2025

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This year marked the second year for the Valor Awards, a distinguished ceremony brought to you by the Exchange Club of Northside Bloomington in partnership with the Greater Bloomington Chamber of Commerce. The ceremony is dedicated to honoring the bravery and selflessness of our first responders. Set to spotlight these everyday heroes, the Valor Awards will recognized one individual from each sector for their exemplary service. The event, proudly presented by Old National Bank & Weddle Bros. Construction Companies, unfolded on Tuesday, May 6th, 2025 at the Monroe Convention Center. See photos from the event below!
Nominations were solicited from Monroe County entities in five categories: law enforcement, fire, dispatch, emergency medical, and correctional center, with an outside selection committee tasked with reviewing submissions. The winners of each category will be announced during the awards presentation. 
Nominees include (winners *):
  • Law Enforcement
    • Cpl. Josh Fuller – Monroe County Sheriff’s Office*
    • Detective Jon Muscato – Bloomington Police Department
    • Melissa Stone – Bloomington Police Department (Social Worker)
    • Officer Aaron Thomas – Indiana University Police Department
    • Trooper Curtis Wilder - Indiana State Police
    • Officer Matt Williams – DNR Bloomington
  • Fire Department
    • Capt. Jayden Elkins – City of Bloomington Fire Department
    • Capt. Ryan Fipps – Monroe Fire Protection District*
  • Correctional Center
    • Officer Sam Crowe – Monroe County Sheriff’s Office*
  • Dispatch
    • Brooke Raybould - Monroe County Central Dispatch*
  • Emergency Medical Technician
    • Sgt. Brandon Hudson – City of Bloomington Fire Department
    • Dr. Andrew Watters - IU Health LifeLine EMS*

​The Exchange Club has a longstanding tradition of honoring law enforcement and firefighters. In collaboration with the Greater Bloomington Chamber of Commerce, donations from the event supported Back the Line Monroe County, a 501(c)3 non-profit charitable organization that offers support to Monroe County's first responders and their families when tragedy strikes. Back the Line offers immediate monetary and emotional support to the surviving families of a fallen or disabled Monroe County first responder. Back the Line actively supports first responders’ mental health and morale during the year by providing access to peer support, chaplain services, social workers, grief counseling, and incident debriefings.

The Exchange Club's tradition of honoring law enforcement and firefighters stands as a cornerstone of its mission, celebrating the unwavering commitment and courage of those who ensure public safety and well-being. The annual recognition acts as a profound acknowledgment of the bravery, sacrifice, and service exhibited by these individuals. It underscores the community's appreciation and respect for their roles, thereby strengthening the bond between first responders and the communities they serve.
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The 109th Annual Meeting & Community Awards

9/27/2024

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The Greater Bloomington Chamber of Commerce held its 109th Annual Meeting and Community Awards presented by: Old National Bank on Thursday, September 26, 2024 at the Monroe Convention Center.

The Chamber recognized several honorees during the awards portion of the event. The 2024 Community Award award winners included:

​Chamber Ambassador of the Year – Terri Horne, Callie & Company Entertainment
Chamber Ambassador Chair – Sandra McGow, Bell Trace Senior Living Community
Best of the Best – Hurlow Wealth Management Group
New Business of the Year – Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance - The Barrett Agency
Business of the Year Award – Weddle Brothers Construction Companies
Community Anchor Award – Constellation Stage & Screen
4 Under 40 – Cortnie Jamison, Village Caregiving; Kate Kamel, Boston Scientific; Rish Naran, Andy Mohr Honda/Hyundai; and Michael Waterford, Ivy Tech Community College
Outstanding Educators - Tyler Abel, Summit Elementary School; Marcus Debro, Bloomington HS North; Molly Giddens, Batchelor Middle School; and Lindsey Owens, Edgewood Primary School
Lifetime Achievement Award – Jeff Baldwin, Boys & Girls Clubs of Bloomington
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Women Excel Bloomington 2024

8/22/2024

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On Thursday, August 22, 2024, The Greater Bloomington Chamber of Commerce held it's 14th annual Women Excel Bloomington awards ceremony at One World at Woolery Mill. With over 250 attendees, our five award winners were able to celebrate all that they have accomplished. The 2024 Women Excel Bloomington award winners are: Leslie Abshier, Michelle Cole, Dr. Gloria Howell, Samantha Morran, and the Mae Cassady Lifetime Achievement recipient Sherry Dunbar-Kruzan.
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(L-R): Dr. Gloria Howell, Michelle Cole, Sherry Dunbar-Kruzan, Samantha Morran, and Leslie Abshier

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Valor Awards 2024

5/9/2024

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On Wednesday, May 8th, the Exchange Club of Northside Bloomington in partnership with the Greater Bloomington Chamber of Commerce, debuted the Valor Awards. The ceremony is dedicated to honoring the bravery and selflessness of our first responders—firefighters, law enforcement, dispatch, and correctional center officers. Set to spotlight these everyday heroes, the Valor Awards recognized one individual from each sector for their exemplary service. The event was proudly presented by Old National Bank and Weddle Brothers. 
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Back Row (L-R): Jim Buher, Scott Shishman, Lee Carmichael, Eric Spoonmore, Jarrod Bailey, Sgt. Paul Patton, Battalion Chief Clay Edwards, Cpl. Deandre Moxley Front Row (L-R): Officer Jeff Raybould, Deputy Chief George Robinson, Officer Ryan Skaggs, Captain Jeff Hacker, Captain Kenny Hinkle, Captain Matthew Siebott
The Valor Awards recognized the following individuals: (* Winner of sector)

Law Enforcement
- Trooper Ben Burris – Indiana State Police Department
- Cpl. Deandre Moxley – Monroe County Sheriff’s Office
- Officer Jeff Raybould – Bloomington Police Department*
- Deputy Chief George Robinson – Ellettsville Police Department
- Officer Ryan Skaggs – Indiana University Police Department

Fire Department
- Battalion Chief Clay Edwards – Monroe Fire Protection District
- Capt. Kenny Hinkle – City of Bloomington Fire Department
- Capt. Matthew Siebott – Ellettsville Fire Department*

Dispatch
- Jarrod Bailey – Monroe County Central Emergency Dispatch Center*

Correctional Center
- Sgt. Paul Patton – Monroe County Sheriff’s Office*
Nominations were submitted from each department based on the three criteria of Leadership, Excellence, and Valor.
The Exchange Club of Northside Bloomington also awarded Captain Jeff Hacker with the David Hamilton Lifetime Achievement Award, an award presented to deserving firefighters based on integrity, professionalism, and demonstrated commitment to the service of their community, and their department.
Photos from the event can be found below! 
(Photos provided by The Greater Bloomington Chamber of Commerce and Bloomington Photobooth Company)
As part of the Chamber’s and the Exchange Club’s commitment to community, we partnered with Back the Line Monroe County to raise funding at this event. This organization is a 501(c)3 local non-profit organization that offers support to Monroe County's first responders and their families at times when tragedy strikes. Back the Line offers immediate monetary and emotional support to the surviving families of a fallen or disabled Monroe County first responder. This organization actively supports first responders’ mental health and morale during the year by providing access to peer support, chaplain services, social workers, grief counseling, and incident debriefings. 
Without the continuous support of our sponsors, this event could not have been possible! Thank you to Presenting Sponsors Old National Bank, and Weddle Brothers Construction Company. As well as Sound Management's B97 and Hoosier Country 105.1, Baugh Fine Print & Mailing, Bloomington Photobooth Company, Cook Medical, Forthphaze Technologies, Nature's Way, CFC Properties, Duke Energy, German American Bank, and Simtra BioPharma Solutions. We also want to thank the businesses that purchased a table specifically for the first responders and their families including Boston Scientific, F.C. Tucker Realtors, Simtra BioPharma Solutions, The Mill, and Uptown Cafe.
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The 108th Annual Meeting & Community Awards

9/8/2023

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The Greater Bloomington Chamber of Commerce held its 108th Annual Meeting and Community Awards on Thursday, September 7, 2023 at the Monroe Convention Center.

The Chamber recognized several honorees during the awards portion of the event. The 2023 Community Award award winners included:

​Chamber Ambassador of the Year – Kim Tarter, Fire Dawgs Junk Removal
Chamber Ambassador Development Committee – Pamela Boswell-Dike, WFIU & WTIU; Sandra McGow, Bell Trace Senior Living; and Michele Suttile, Sincerely Yours Premier Weddings Premier Events
Best of the Best – One World Enterprises
New Business of the Year – Pristine House Cleaning
Business of the Year Award – Duke Energy
Community Anchor Award – Middle Way House
4 Under 40 – Marisa Churchill, Girls Inc. of Monroe County; Sandra McGow, Bell Trace Senior Living; Esthela O'Neill, Ivy Tech Community College; and Michele Suttile, Sincerely Yours Premier Weddings Premier Events
Lifetime Achievement Award – Chris Schrader, Schrader & Associates
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2023 Educator of the Year Awards

3/3/2023

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For over two decades, The Chamber’s Success School has championed excellence in education with the annual awards ceremony, which recognizes the best teachers and programs in accredited schools across Monroe County. This year eight educators, one educational program, and one lifetime achievement recipient were honored in a community celebration at the 22nd Annual Educator of the Year Awards held on the evening of Thursday, March 2nd, 2023, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Ivy Tech Community College – Bloomington, Shreve Hall. The program featured student-led entertainment with a performance from the cast of “Into the Woods” from Bloomington High School South. 
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(L-R): Eric Spoonmore (Chamber President & CEO), Greg Valenta, Shawnice Johns, Laura Lucas, Dr. Debra Prenkert, Rebecca Pittman, Dr. Kirstin Milks, Megan Stelly, Robin Taft, Stacy Pie, Aaron Wells (Director of Marching Mustangs)

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The 107th Annual Meeting & Community Awards

9/30/2022

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The Greater Bloomington Chamber of Commerce held its 107th Annual Meeting and Community Awards on Thursday, September 29, 2022. This year, the Chamber was back fully in person at the Monroe County Convention Center.

The Chamber recognized several honorees during the awards portion of the event. The 2022 Community Award award winners included:
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Chamber Ambassador Chair – Michele Suttile, Sincerely Yours Premier Weddings Premier Events
Chamber Ambassador of the Year – Pamela Boswell-Dike, WFIU & WTIU
Success School Golden Key Award – Marci Hibbard, JCBank
New Business of the Year – Indiana Center for Recovery
Lloyd Olcott Community Service Award – Janet Burks, Farmers and Mechanics Federal Savings
Nancy Howard Diversity Award – Bloom Magazine
Community Anchor Award – IU Credit Union
Morgan Hutton Visionary Award – William B. Stephan, Indiana University
Diane Breeden-Lee Catalyst Award – Morgenstern Books
The Board's Legacy Award - Smithville

Lifetime Achievement Award – George Walker, WFIU
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2022 Ten Under 40

7/25/2022

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On Friday, July 22, 2022, The Greater Bloomington Chamber of Commerce held it's 11th annual Ten Under 40 awards ceremony at Woolery Mill. With over 150 attendees, our ten award winners were able to celebrate all that they have accomplished. The 2022 Ten Under 40 award winners are: Adam Beasley, Kasey Butcher, Priscilla Cuevas, Josh Dodds, Kayla Dusseau, Lisa Greathouse, Dr. Julius Hanks, Megan Holtsclaw, Emily Pike, and Aubrey Williams.
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(Left to Right): Adam Beasley, Priscilla Cuevas, Lisa Greathouse, Kayla Dusseau, Megan Holtsclaw, Josh Dodds, Aubrey Williams, Kasey Butcher, and Emily Pike. Not Pictured: Dr. Julius Hanks
We were fortunate enough to have such support from our sponsors and our community. We would like to thank our Ten Under 40 and our Young Professionals Bloomington (YPB) sponsors for their contributions: B97, Cook Group, German American Bank, IU Credit Union, ProBleu, The Monroe County YMCA, Ivy Tech Community College - Bloomington, Singota Solutions, IU Health, and City of Bloomington.

Check out some of the photos from the event below.
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Women Excel Bloomington 2022

5/26/2022

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On Wednesday, May 25, 2022, The Greater Bloomington Chamber of Commerce held it's 12th annual Women Excel Bloomington awards ceremony at the Indiana Memorial Union's Alumni Hall. With over 150 attendees, our seven award winners were able to celebrate all that they have accomplished. The 2022 Women Excel Bloomington award winners are: Danielle Bruce, Jennifer Crossley, Kaisa Goodman, Ashley Hazelrig, Amy Meek, Erika Oliphant, and Karin St. John. 
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We were fortunate enough to have such support from our sponsors and our community. We would like to thank our sponsors for their contributions: B97, Cassady Electrical Contractors, Cook Group, Old National Bank, City of Bloomington, Indiana University, Nature's Way, IU Credit Union, IU Health Plans, Bill C. Brown Associates, Building Associates, CFC Properties, Duke Energy, First Financial Bank, German American Bank, Indiana Members Credit Union, ISU/The May Agency, Ivy Tech Community College - Bloomington, Smithville, The Herald-Times, and The Monroe County YMCA.

Check out some of the photos from the event below.
We also have videos from each of the award winners. Check them out below!
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2022 Educator of the Year Awards

3/3/2022

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For over two decades now, The Chamber’s Success School has championed excellence in education with the annual awards ceremony, which recognizes the best teachers and programs in accredited schools across Monroe County. This year eight educators, one educational program, and one lifetime achievement recipient were honored in a community celebration at the 21st Annual Educator of the Year Awards that was held on the evening of Thursday, March 3rd, 2022, from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM at Ivy Tech Community College – Bloomington’s Shreve Hall. The program featured student-led entertainment with a performance from the Tri-North Jazz Band.
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(L-R) Michelle Qualley, Caitlin Leichter, Danielle Butler, Amber Harrison, Cathy Hastings, Rebecca Guest-Scott, Meg Whittaker, Angela Cannon, Meighan Scott, Choonhyun Jeon

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