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The Big Spring Area Chamber of Commerce annual Banquet and Business Expo is going virtual and will be taking place this coming Wednesday at 1:30 p.m.
Over the past few weeks the activity has already started taking place on the Big Spring Area Chamber of Commerce Facebook page, in preparation for the event.
For those who have not yet followed the Chamber Facebook page, but are interested in more details about the upcoming Chamber Banquet and Expo, there is still time to follow.
The networking event which is hosted on an annual basis, due to the pandemic, is taking on a different platform this year, but will be offering the same opportunity for recognition in the community and focus on highlighting the accomplishments in the Big Spring and Howard County communities.
“Although our format may look different for the annual Chamber Banquet our purpose still remains; promote and celebrate our members,: Manny
Negron, Banquet Committee Co-chair, said.
The 2021 Chamber Banquet and Business Expo will still include normal business such as the passing of the gavel from the outgoing Chamber Board President Mark Richardson to the incoming Chamber Board President Kristy Tyra; an opportunity to recognize the Man and Woman of the Year, Russ Mcewen Community Service recipient and those 5 Under 55 individuals.
Last week the Man and Woman of the Year were announced on the Chamber of Commerce Facebook as well. A small personal ceremony for each was held at the Chamber Offices with each honoree surrounded by a few family members. The presentations will be included in this Wednesday’s event.
The announcement for this year’s 5 Under 55 - which will be the second round of recipients began on Thursday. Over the course of five days the 5 Under 55 recipients for this year will be announced.
Local businesses and community members are encouraged to join the virtual expo, which is expected to take about an hour. The link for those wanting to attend has been posted under the Events Section on the Big Spring Area Chamber of Commerce Facebook page.