By Staff Writer
More than 200 business and community leaders gathered at The Queensbury Hotel in Glens Falls on Oct. 8 as the Adirondack Regional Chamber of Commerce recognized seven businesses and organizations during its annual Business Awards breakfast.
The event featured 33 nominees across seven categories, recognizing businesses, nonprofit organizations and community leaders for their accomplishments and contributions to the region.
McCann’s Pharmacy received the Steven M. Sutton Small Business of the Year Award, while The Queensbury Hotel was named Large Business of the Year.
Saratoga Pure Water Systems received the Professional Business of the Year Award, and Bandstand Brew Works was recognized as Rookie Business of the Year.
Two Glens Falls organizations received nonprofit honors. Glens Falls Hospital was named Large Nonprofit of the Year, while the Glens Falls Area Youth Center received the Small Nonprofit of the Year Award.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Southern Adirondacks received the Community Champion Award, recognizing its contributions to the region.
The annual awards program celebrates the achievements, resilience and community involvement of businesses and organizations throughout the Adirondack region.
Nominees represented a cross section of the regional economy, including established businesses, emerging enterprises, professional service providers and organizations delivering essential community services.
The chamber also recognized Andrea Harwood of Casa Bella Development as its Ambassador of the Quarter.
Harwood was honored for her dedication, enthusiasm and involvement in chamber activities, including welcoming members, assisting at events and supporting the organization’s efforts to strengthen connections throughout the business community.
The Adirondack Regional Chamber of Commerce serves businesses and organizations throughout Warren, Washington and surrounding counties through networking opportunities, advocacy, educational programs and initiatives supporting regional economic development.
The annual awards breakfast is among the chamber’s signature events, bringing business owners, executives and nonprofit leaders together to recognize accomplishments and celebrate the region’s business community.