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Key to Success Award Nominees Announced by Palatine Chamber

Palatine Area Chamber of Commerce (PACC)will host the holiday/awards event Friday, Dec. 13th and feature local cuisine and sweet treats.

The 2018 Key to Success winners are pictured.
The 2018 Key to Success winners are pictured. (Palatine Area Chamber of Commerce (PACC))

The Palatine Area Chamber of Commerce will honor individuals, businesses and organizations who’ve made a positive impact on the greater Palatine community at its Key to Success Holiday and Awards Event on Friday, December 13, 2019.

“We offer a sincere congratulations to all the nominees who are making important contributions, and a difference in our local community–business and otherwise,” said PACC Executive Director Steven Gaus.

In addition to the awards presentation, a tasting showcase of local cuisine and sweet treats will be featured at the event from the following establishments: Cousin Subs, Tap House Grill, Los Takitos Taco Shop, Durty Nellies, Gianni's Cafe, Gordon Food Service, Pizza Bella, Nothing Bundt Cakes Kildeer, Morkes Chocolates and The Grand at Twin Lakes (who is also providing an open beer and wine bar).

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There are four awards for individuals and four for businesses and/or organizations that are among the honors given out at this annual event. The Key to Success 2019 nominees are:

Key to Success Business of the Year (11+ employees)

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Shining Star Business of the Year (10 or less employees)

New Business of the Year

Business Leader of the Year

  • Chandini Duvvuri
  • Jan Wood
  • Laura Wenger
  • Lorrene Conino
  • Melanie Santostefano

Chamber Volunteer of the Year

  • Deb Gabriel
  • Jan Wood
  • Jim Meier
  • Julia Tarnorutskaya
  • Kate Johnson
  • Tom Von Schaumburg

Community Volunteer of the Year

  • Bobbie Desprat
  • Carol Brandt
  • Jim Hader
  • Julie Selof
  • Michelle Rushing
  • Steve Collelo

Community Organization of the Year

Youth Rising Star Award

  • Edward Nieman
  • Nataly Pancyk
  • Rhea Makkuni
  • Tim Reiss

The event will take place on Friday, December 13, 2019 from 5:30 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. at The Grand at Twin Lakes, 920 E. Northwest Highway in Palatine.

This event is open to all PACC members and the general public, but tickets must be purchased in advance. Please visit palatinechamber.com or call 847-359-7200. Click here to register and attend!

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