POSTPONED | Annual Banquet: Black & White Soirée

The Greater Cheyenne Chamber of Commerce's 2020 Black & White Soirée is a celebration of clarity and collaboration.

A focused "black and white" vision will strengthen our business community in the new decade through economic, community, and talent development. Our complimentary skills will ignite the future.

Annually the Greater Cheyenne Chamber of Commerce awards local business professionals and businesses with Banquet Awards presented by Halladay Auto Group. Finalists will be celebrated on Friday, March 27th and winners will be announced. The event starts at 5:30 p.m. at Little America Hotel & Resort. All are welcome to attend and can register at www.cheyennechamber.org.

CHAMBER SPIRIT: Chamber Spirit Award Finalists are individuals that are highly engaged in the Greater Cheyenne Chamber of Commerce and our community. They demonstrate leadership and are strong ambassadors of the business community.

• Mick Finnegan, Western Vista Credit Union
• Tara Nelson, RE/MAX Capitol Properties
• Tracy Wilson, Century 21 Bell Real Estate

EMERGING LEADER: Nominees are highly ambitious young professionals who are instrumental in the Cheyenne community, the Chamber, and other community organizations. Young professionals must be 35 and under.

• Shaina Case, Hirst Applegate
• Derrek Jerred, Cheyenne LEADS
• Kirsten Malm, First American Title

COMMUNITY SERVICE: The Community Service Award Finalists are businesses that make a difference through outstanding initiatives and contributions. They generously put others first and are businesses who support charitable organizations.

• ALIGN
• Capitol Roofing
• Thrivent Financial

NON-PROFIT: Non-profit of the Year Award Finalists are organizations that make a difference through outstanding initiatives and contributions, kindheartedly put others first and must be classified as a non-profit.

• Boys and Girls Club
• Habitat for Humanity
• Laramie County Library

LARGE BUSINESS: The Large Business Finalists have made a great impact on the Cheyenne area with their specialized services and are engaged in the Cheyenne Community (26+ employees).

• Advanced Comfort Solutions
• Blue Federal Credit Union
• Wyoming Bank & Trust

SMALL BUSINESS: The Small Business Award Finalists exemplify a strong entrepreneurial spirit and provide a unique culture for our community (Less than 25 employees).

• Alexis Drake
• First American Title
• Lynn Buys Houses

Additionally, the evening of the Annual Banquet the Greater Cheyenne Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors takes a moment to recognize community greatness with the following awards. 

BUSINESS ADVOCATE AWARD: Community leaders who go above and beyond to create a business friendly environment for our community is recognized. 

COMMITTEE OF THE YEAR: The Greater Cheyenne Chamber of Commerce is comprised of business professionals who volunteer their time, talents and support. Annual the Board of Directors recognizes a committee which is doing an outstanding job of championing this mission of the Chamber. 

PERSON OF THE YEAR: Person of the year is the final award which will not be formally announced until the evening of the Annual Banquet Awards. This is  the highest honor bestowed by the Greater Cheyenne Chamber of Commerce. Celebrate the accomplishments of Cheyenne business, because they are the backbone of our economy.