The Hoover Companies presented a $3,500 sponsorship check Wednesday at the company’s new headquarters in Mohave Valley for one of the year’s most popular events, the Colorado River Community Recognition Dinner. This annual event of The Bullhead Area Chamber of Commerce is absolutely sold out according to BHC Chamber President/CEO Mike Conner.
The Chamber’s Operations Director, Teri Tomlinson said they are still receiving calls from folks in the community who are trying to buy seats for this event.
“This year we decided to change the venue and rather than hold the event at the Chamber of Commerce building we decided to book El Rio Golf & Country Club’s Terrace Restaurant.” Tomlinson explained “Last November The Hoover Companies sponsored a chamber mixer and there were nearly 300 in attendance. It was one of the most elegant mixers the chamber has ever had. That affair had a big influence on our decision to relocate the event.”
The Hoover Companies have spearheaded a building boom in the Mohave Valley. The main presence so far is El Rio Golf & Country Club and the Terrace Restaurant, which is perched above two lakes surrounding the 9th and 18th greens of the 18-hole championship golf course. “When our country club was chosen to be the venue for this event we were honored as well as enthusiastic about helping this event to be one of the most respected and sought after events to attend in our area. I am proud that The Hoover Companies is a major sponsor.” Said Brad Hoover.
The Colorado River Community Recognition Dinner is Wednesday evening, May 23rd. Cocktails will be at 5:30pm followed by an exquisite dinner under the watchful eye of Ross Seidner, Director of Food and Beverage. Entertainment will be provided by “The Melody Lane Duo.”
This year Conner and the Chamber Directors have created some new award categories and refined the selection process adding more prestige, credibility and suspense in anticipating the award recipients. This year’s nominees and categories are:
Ambassador of the Year – Recognition of a Chamber Ambassador who exemplifies the qualitities of leadership and service to members of the Chamber of Commerce and promotes the tri-state area; Paul Bull, State Farm Insurance Agency and Steve Muell, Horizon Community Bank.
Aline Riggin Community Spirit Award – An individual who has made an outstanding contribution to the community in service and/or leadership; Doris Clark & Agnes Scott of We Care Cancer Center, Tony Dias of McCormick Realty, Tom & Sharon Grace of Professional Medical Specialties, and Mike McClung of Bullhead City Jr. High School.
Chamber Member of the Year – A member of the Bullhead Area Chamber of Commerce who has, through dedication, made an outstanding contribution to the growth and stability of the Chamber during the past twelve months; Souder Distributions, Sam’s Club, and The Hoover Companies.
Community Booster – An individual, organization, or business that has promoted the economic health or image of the tri-state area; Jamie Tesar of Vickie’s Fantasy Island Salon, Community Pride Advocates, and Colorado River Women’s Council.
Organization of the Year – Recognition for service and promotion of the tri-state area. A non-profit/not-for-profit civic or service organization selected for their community contributions; We Care Cancer Support Center and Arizona’s Children Association.
Public Safety Citizen or Organization of the Year – Recognition of an individual or organization who has performed a role in public safety beyond the call of duty. This category includes private citizens as well as public safety officials; Chloris Ford, Crossing Guard Coyote Canyon School, Bullhead City Police Department Volunteer Police Auxiliary, and Sayda Munoz, Maria Herrera, Mindy Johnson & Susan Bounous, Crossing Guards At Mohave Accelerated Learning Center.
Student of the Year – An outstanding student from any tri-state area high school, vocational school, or institute of higher education; Sarah Stephenson, Mohave High School, Bradley Stubblefield, Mohave Community College, and Matt Anderson, Mohave High School.
Volunteer of the Year – An individual who has served our community as a non-paid volunteer; Scott Merrill of McCormick Construction, Tom & Sharon Grace of Professional Medical Specialties, Karen Morris of We Care Cancer Support Group, and Bernie Pires of “Communities in Schools” back pack program.
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