SubmittedThe Chamber in Hays is pleased to announce the award winners from the 2020 Annual Chamber Awards Banquet that on Tuesday.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/1/1580313319109.jpeg" alt="Living Independently in Northwest Kansas, Inc.&nbsp; (LINK)&nbsp;" />
 <figcaption>Living Independently in Northwest Kansas, Inc.&nbsp; (LINK)&nbsp;</figcaption>
 </figure>eyeSMILE Vision &amp; Dental Helping Hands Award – Living Independently in Northwest Kansas, Inc.&nbsp; (LINK)&nbsp;Two years ago, the Chamber began recognizing a nonprofit organization or employee that has demonstrated commitment to caring, generosity of spirit, and openness and inclusion.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/1/1580313358427.jpeg" alt="Chelsey Ladd,&nbsp;director of Constituent Services for the Office of Senator Jerry Moran" />
 <figcaption>Chelsey Ladd,&nbsp;director of Constituent Services for the Office of Senator Jerry Moran</figcaption>
 </figure>Eagle Rising Star Award – Chelsey Ladd, director of Constituent Services for the Office of Senator Jerry MoranThe Chamber honors an individual within the ages of 21-40 who has demonstrated excellence in leadership qualities in business or community and has a history of community service and Chamber participation.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/1/1580313393730.jpeg" alt="S &amp; W Supply" />
 <figcaption>S &amp; W Supply</figcaption>
 </figure>James Motor Company Small Business Achievement Award – S &amp; W SupplyEach year, a small Chamber member business that has demonstrated entrepreneurial success in the Hays area is honored with this award.&nbsp;<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/1/1580313420820.jpeg" alt="Mary Hammond,&nbsp;director of Development for the Fort Hays State University Foundation" />
 <figcaption>Mary Hammond,&nbsp;director of Development for the Fort Hays State University Foundation</figcaption>
 </figure>Jody Hipp – AFLAC Business Woman of the Year Award – Mary Hammond, director of Development for the Fort Hays State University FoundationThis award celebrates business accomplishments, a history of community service and Chamber of Commerce participation, as well as assisting others in reaching their full leadership potential.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/1/1580313459239.jpeg" alt="Jonny Matlock,&nbsp;, USD 489 JAG-K Career Specialist" />
 <figcaption>Jonny Matlock,&nbsp;, USD 489 JAG-K Career Specialist</figcaption>
 </figure>Nex-Tech Citizen of the Year Award – Johnny Matlock, USD 489 JAG-K Career SpecialistCommunity involvement during the past year and giving of themselves for the betterment of our community and its people over the past year are the cornerstones of this award.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/1/1580313509707.jpeg" alt="Galen Pfeifer,&nbsp;partner at Adams, Brown, Beran, &amp; Ball" />
 <figcaption>Galen Pfeifer,&nbsp;partner at Adams, Brown, Beran, &amp; Ball</figcaption>
 </figure>Golden Belt Bank – Hall of Fame Award – Galen Pfeifer, partner at Adams, Brown, Beran, &amp; BallThis award celebrates long-term community service, demonstrated excellence in business or profession, and a history of civic involvement.Congratulations to this year’s Annual Chamber Awards Banquet winners!About the Chamber: The Chamber facilitates collaboration among businesses and community partners by cultivating and enhancing development opportunities.The Chamber will:<ol>
 <li>connect resources and provide development opportunities to member investors</li><li>promote community advancement and improve quality of life by educating stakeholders on area initiatives&nbsp;</li><li>strategically collaborate with community partners&nbsp;</li><li>strive to enhance business opportunities</li>
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Hays Chamber announces annual award winners