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<< Previous   of   Next >> (click to enlarge) Claudia McClain (click to enlarge) Amy Norman (click to enlarge) Steve Gilmore (click to enlarge) Carrie Radcliff (click to enlarge) Amy Drewel (click to enlarge) Dave Waggoner (click to enlarge) Kim BedierBy Mike Benbow Herald Writer EVERETT -- If the honorees this year from the Everett Area Chamber of Commerce have anything in common, it's that they're good business people who are involved in their community. That's the quick summary from Louise Stanton-Masten, the chamber's president and chief executive, from this year's awards of excellence, which will be presented Dec. 10 at the organization's annual dinner and awards gala at the Hansen Conference Center at Comcast Arena in Everett. "If I look at the award recipients this year, each and every one of them demonstrates business acumen and has a philosophy of civic involvement and community philanthropy," Stanton-Masten said. The award winners include: Greg Tisdel, Henry M. Jackson citizen of the year. Tisdel, owner of Tiz's Doors in Everett, who been honored for exemplary service to the business community. "He's been a stalwart of this community for many years," Stanton-Masten said, noting that Tisdel is consistently involved in civic, social and cultural programs. She said most recently that Tisdel had worked hard to get a four-year college in Everett and is working to get commercial air service available at Snohomish County's Paine Field airport. "Many times he works behind the scenes," said Stanton- Masten. "We just though it was time to recognize him for all the work he's done over the years." Kim Bedier, corporate executive of the year. Bedier, general manager of Comcast Arena, will be honored as an executive of a large company who has demonstrated leadership and success for her company, served as a positive role model and advanced the interest of business. Stanton-Masten noted that Bedier had previously won the organization's economic spark plug award for creating new business opportunities. "She's done an amazing job as the business manager," she said, adding Bedier is very involved in Rotary and other business activities. Claudia McClain, small- business executive of the year. McClain, who has operated McClain Insurance Services for more than 30 years, runs a successful business known for outstanding customer service, Stanton-Masten said. She noted that McClain regularly sponsors events such as the Cinema Under the Stars program that provides movies for kids at Silver Lake. Sen. Patty Murray, D-Wash., service to business award. Murray was described as at the forefront of promoting economic development in the area through developing transportation infrastructure, providing new housing at Naval Station Everett and finding money for work source development. She was also cited for advocating for veterans and "fighting for a fair Air Force tanker contract process." Port of Everett, business innovation award. The port will be honored for significant business development in 2008 through such things as completing a new 220-slip marina, establishing a Craftsman District in its redevelopment of the waterfront and working on creating on creating new salmon habitat in the Snohomish River estuary. Amy Drewel, employer of the year Drewel, owner of the Amy Drewel Agency, which represents American Family Insurance was nominated by her staff, Stanton-Masten said, noting she demonstrates excellent management, mentoring and leadership. She said Drewel works hard to help her staff succeed both at work and in community. "Drewel is always willing to help a deserving cause and encourages her employees to do the same," she said. Jon Parks, employee of the year. Parks, of Greenshields Industrial Supply, was nominated by his business as a strong role model while serving as store manager and sales technician. Amy Norman, Dick Stephens Community Caring Award Norman, who owns a dental practice, was honored for "exemplifying the true spirit of community service." "Through her generosity and caring, she is also changing the face of her community," he award noted. Working together with her staff, Norman led a clothing drive for the YMCA's Working Wardrobe Program that nearly doubled the existing inventory, the award noted. Ryan Sturm, young professional of the year. Sturm, the head chef and managing partner of the Alligator Soul restaurant, is the first to win this award, established this year to honor professionals between the ages of 21 and 40 who have demonstrated exceptional leadership, success and drive. At 27, Sturm is described as a superb chef who is successful in business and a leader in the community and has worked with a battered women's shelter, for the Muscular Dystrophy Association and for Mercy Corps flood victim relief. The Everett Silvertips, economic spark plug award. The professional hockey team was honored as a catalyst that inspired an economic renaissance and created the opportunity for new development in the community. The award noted that more than 1.3 million fans have gone to a Tips game, with many stopping first for dinner to see what Everett has to offer. Committee for Improved Transportation, friend of the chamber. The Snohomish County Committee for Improved Transportation is a group advocating for transportation improvements, a key interest of the chamber. It serves as the transportation advisory committee for the chamber. Steve Gilmore, the president's award. Gilmore, of the Boeing Co., was honored for "his dedication, contagious enthusiasm and creativity" in service to the chamber. A board member for the past eight years and a former treasurer, Gilmore has long provided guidance and inspiration. Dave Waggoner, chairman's award. Waggoner, Snohomish County Airport director, was cited for development efforts to make the chamber a more successful organization. A former board member, Waggoner is regularly involved in chamber activities and events and offer hosts representatives from other government agencies. Carrie Radcliff, ambassador of the year. Radcliff, of The Herald's advertising department, was honored for "enthusiastically spreading the word to individuals, companies and the community about the benefits of membership" in the chamber. She was described as tireless in her volunteer work at chamber events and "a positive leader who gets things done." The chamber gala will begin at 5:30 p.m. Dec. 10. For more information or to register, call 425-257-3222, ext. 0. (click to enlarge) Louise Stanton-Masten (click to enlarge) Ryan Sturm   ADVERTISEMENT   CONTACT THE HERALD Mike Benbow, Business Editor benbow@heraldnet.com   Published: Monday, November 17, 2008 Chamber of Commerce awards of excellence By Mike Benbow Herald Writer EVERETT -- If the honorees this year from the Everett Area Chamber of Commerce have anything in common, it's that they're good business people who are involved in their community. That's the quick summary from Louise Stanton-Masten, the chamber's president and chief executive, from this year's awards of excellence, which will be presented Dec. 10 at the organization's annual dinner and awards gala at the Hansen Conference Center at Comcast Arena in Everett. "If I look at the award recipients this year, each and every one of them demonstrates business acumen and has a philosophy of civic involvement and community philanthropy," Stanton-Masten said. The award winners include: Greg Tisdel, Henry M. Jackson citizen of the year. Tisdel, owner of Tiz's Doors in Everett, who been honored for exemplary service to the business community. "He's been a stalwart of this community for many years," Stanton-Masten said, noting that Tisdel is consistently involved in civic, social and cultural programs. She said most recently that Tisdel had worked hard to get a four-year college in Everett and is working to get commercial air service available at Snohomish County's Paine Field airport. "Many times he works behind the scenes," said Stanton- Masten. "We just though it was time to recognize him for all the work he's done over the years." Kim Bedier, corporate executive of the year. Bedier, general manager of Comcast Arena, will be honored as an executive of a large company who has demonstrated leadership and success for her company, served as a positive role model and advanced the interest of business. Stanton-Masten noted that Bedier had previously won the organization's economic spark plug award for creating new business opportunities. "She's done an amazing job as the business manager," she said, adding Bedier is very involved in Rotary and other business activities. Claudia McClain, small- business executive of the year. McClain, who has operated McClain Insurance Services for more than 30 years, runs a successful business known for outstanding customer service, Stanton-Masten said. She noted that McClain regularly sponsors events such as the Cinema Under the Stars program that provides movies for kids at Silver Lake. Sen. Patty Murray, D-Wash., service to business award. Murray was described as at the forefront of promoting economic development in the area through developing transportation infrastructure, providing new housing at Naval Station Everett and finding money for work source development. She was also cited for advocating for veterans and "fighting for a fair Air Force tanker contract process." Port of Everett, business innovation award. The port will be honored for significant business development in 2008 through such things as completing a new 220-slip marina, establishing a Craftsman District in its redevelopment of the waterfront and working on creating on creating new salmon habitat in the Snohomish River estuary. Amy Drewel, employer of the year Drewel, owner of the Amy Drewel Agency, which represents American Family Insurance was nominated by her staff, Stanton-Masten said, noting she demonstrates excellent management, mentoring and leadership. She said Drewel works hard to help her staff succeed both at work and in community. "Drewel is always willing to help a deserving cause and encourages her employees to do the same," she said. Jon Parks, employee of the year. Parks, of Greenshields Industrial Supply, was nominated by his business as a strong role model while serving as store manager and sales technician. Amy Norman, Dick Stephens Community Caring Award Norman, who owns a dental practice, was honored for "exemplifying the true spirit of community service." "Through her generosity and caring, she is also changing the face of her community," he award noted. Working together with her staff, Norman led a clothing drive for the YMCA's Working Wardrobe Program that nearly doubled the existing inventory, the award noted. Ryan Sturm, young professional of the year. Sturm, the head chef and managing partner of the Alligator Soul restaurant, is the first to win this award, established this year to honor professionals between the ages of 21 and 40 who have demonstrated exceptional leadership, success and drive. At 27, Sturm is described as a superb chef who is successful in business and a leader in the community and has worked with a battered women's shelter, for the Muscular Dystrophy Association and for Mercy Corps flood victim relief. The Everett Silvertips, economic spark plug award. The professional hockey team was honored as a catalyst that inspired an economic renaissance and created the opportunity for new development in the community. The award noted that more than 1.3 million fans have gone to a Tips game, with many stopping first for dinner to see what Everett has to offer. Committee for Improved Transportation, friend of the chamber. The Snohomish County Committee for Improved Transportation is a group advocating for transportation improvements, a key interest of the chamber. It serves as the transportation advisory committee for the chamber. Steve Gilmore, the president's award. Gilmore, of the Boeing Co., was honored for "his dedication, contagious enthusiasm and creativity" in service to the chamber. A board member for the past eight years and a former treasurer, Gilmore has long provided guidance and inspiration. Dave Waggoner, chairman's award. Waggoner, Snohomish County Airport director, was cited for development efforts to make the chamber a more successful organization. A former board member, Waggoner is regularly involved in chamber activities and events and offer hosts representatives from other government agencies. Carrie Radcliff, ambassador of the year. Radcliff, of The Herald's advertising department, was honored for "enthusiastically spreading the word to individuals, companies and the community about the benefits of membership" in the chamber. She was described as tireless in her volunteer work at chamber events and "a positive leader who gets things done." The chamber gala will begin at 5:30 p.m. Dec. 10. 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