Save the date for the 2022 Jefferson County Community Leadership awards being held on May 21st at the Port Ludlow Resort! More details to come soon, be sure to check the Chamber website for updates at jeffcountychamber.org.

Nominations for the awards are now open. The fillable online nomination forms are available on the Chamber’s website at jeffcountychamber.org. Nominations close on March 15.

These are your community awards and service club members from throughout the area serve as the selection panel with the Chamber. The Chamber is honored to produce this annual event to showcase our community heroes.

Awards will be presented in the following categories:

Business Leader of the Year Award

Presented to an individual who demonstrates a history of vision, service and leadership for the betterment of the Jefferson County Community. This individual has built a legacy of building other leaders along the way. This individual has established a reputation of character, trust and leadership for others to emulate.

Citizen of the Year Award

Presented to an individual whose extraordinary public service has made a positive impact on the community. This individual has chosen to give back to the community and serve others. The Jefferson County community is a better place because of the efforts of this individual.

Rising Entrepreneur Award

Presented to an individual who demonstrates a commitment to business and economic development. This individual embodies the entrepreneurial spirit and innovative thinking that will lead Jefferson County to sustained economic prosperity. The contribution and leadership of this individual is a catalyst for job creation, smart growth/development, or economic improvement in Jefferson County.

Young Professional of the Year Award

Awarded to the young professional who demonstrates excellence, creativity and valuable service in their business to improve the quality of life for others in the community. They serve as a role model for their peers and our community youth.

Future Business Leader Award (youth)

Awarded to a high school senior who displays leadership qualities everyday – qualities like honesty, integrity, dependability, respectfulness and compassion. This student succeeds in academics as well as community service and serves as a role model to their peers.

The program is an annual recognition of the dedication and engagement of Jefferson County’s residents and employees.