Congratulations 2026 Award Winners

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Terri Bridenbecker Young Professional Award:

Julisa Stone-Szpaicher – United Way of Cayuga County

Recognizes an individual who is pursuing excellence in their career. A young professional is a goal-oriented person under the age of 40.

 

Business Leader Award: MacKenzie-Childs

Honors businesses that continually invest in Cayuga County & have shown leadership by taking an active role in our community.

 

Small Business of the Year Awards
These awards celebrate both a newly emerged and a more established small business:

• In Business Less Than 5 Years:

Auburn Bagel Company

Demonstrates entrepreneurship evidenced by diversification, creativity & imagination.

• In Business More Than 5 Years: Mr. Mills Contracting

Demonstrates the ability to overcome adversities in the ever-changing business environment and staying power with a commitment to community involvement.

 

Non-Profit of the Year Award: Cayuga Community College

Recognizes a non-profit organization that contributes to the success of our community by enhancing the quality of life or contributing to the economic base of Cayuga County.

 

Phyllis Goldman Encouragement Award for Women: LaToya Alexander – Sisters Cleaning

This award recognizes women in our community who have demonstrated noteworthy entrepreneurial and professional pursuits, who are committed to community and have served as a role model for other women and girls pursuing their career dreams.

Community Leadership Award: Brian Jessie – Class of 2023

This award is open to Leadership Cayuga Alumni. Leadership Cayuga is a chamber program geared towards empowering diverse individuals with the knowledge, skills, and inspiration to successfully achieve leadership roles while developing a collective resource and problem-solving network to address present and future community needs and challenges.

Thank You Sponsors!

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The 2026 Chamber Awards Luncheon is an being held at the Springside Inn on Wednesday, May 6th to Celebrate Our Winners!

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