The Columbia Chamber is pleased to announce the award recipients for the 121st Annual Gala, presented by BlueCross® BlueShield® of South Carolina. On Thursday, October 3, 2024, the Columbia Chamber will hold its award ceremony under the lights of the 1600 block of Main Street. This unforgettable evening will showcase gourmet dishes from local restaurants, live music, and the unique energy of downtown Columbia.
“We are excited to celebrate 121 years of Chamber history with members of the Midlands community,” says Carl Blackstone, Columbia Chamber President and CEO. “We look forward to celebrating the extraordinary people and organizations who make our region a better place to live, work and play.”
Young Professional of the Year: Shayla Merritt, Cyberwoven
Award sponsored by Founders Federal Credit Union
Joe Taylor Public Servant: Nikki Setzler, South Carolina State Senator, District 26
Award sponsored by Prisma Health
Diplomat of the Year: Terry Judy, Gatlic Group
Award sponsored by Mark Anthony Brewing
Military Advocate of the Year: Jennifer Harding, ESGR
Award sponsored by Dominion Energy
Ambassador of the Year: Keller Kissam, Dominion Energy
Award sponsored by Colonial Life
Partner of the Year: Hollow Creek Distillery
Tickets are available for purchase at www.ColumbiaChamber.com. For more information about the Gala, please contact Hilary Bell at 803.733.1115
About the Columbia Chamber
The Columbia Chamber is a private, non-profit, Partner-driven organization comprised of 1,200 business enterprises, civic organizations, educational institutions and individuals in Calhoun, Fairfield, Kershaw, Lexington, Newberry and Richland counties. The Columbia Chamber serves as the voice of its Partners and the business community at large on matters of economic, educational, social, cultural and political concern, as well as supports and promotes the success of its partners through networking, professional development, advocacy and leadership. The organization has represented the interests of the local business community since 1902.
To become a Partner or to learn more about the Columbia Chamber, as well as its events, programs and initiatives, visit www.ColumbiaChamber.com.