Annual Meet Up
2025 Annual Meet Up
Date: Thursday February 6th, 2025
Time: 4:30PM - 6:30PM
Location: American Rental / Create-A-Scene 620 Harding Rd, Morton
Tickets: $40 per person
Save the date for the 2025 Morton Chamber of Commerce Annual Meetup! Let's start 2025 off with excitement, community, and the reveal of the 2025 Morton Pumpkin Festival Theme. Annual Meet Up consists of food, drinks, entertainment, award presentation, and the reveal! Your ticket includes hors d'oeuvres, drinks, and entertainment. We hope to see you there!
Annual Meet Up Awards:
- Distinguished Service Award
- The Morton Distinguished Service Award recognizes a Morton citizen who has made a significant impact on the community through their leadership and volunteerism.
- Volunteer of the Year Award
- Established in 2009, the Morton Chamber Volunteer of the Year Award recognizes a Chamber member, or honorary Chamber member, who has volunteered their time to make Chamber programs, events, and initiatives more effective and impacting.
- Ambassador of the Year Award
- The Ambassador of the Year exemplifies volunteerism, attends Chamber functions and programs, was active in hosting and promoting the Morton Pumpkin Festival, share the mission of the Morton Chamber of Commerce and is willing to help with additional activities and needs.
- Community Impact Award
- The Community Impact Award is awarded each year to a businessperson, nonprofit organization, business, or public sector agency that has made an exceptional impact in the Morton community, who shows a commitment to the community outside of normal business practices and demonstrates leadership in the community.
2024 DSA Recipient - Wayne Menold
Congratulations to Wayne Menold of Morton Community Bank! Wayne has made a lasting impact on the Morton community through his dedication and leadership. His contributions have supported local businesses, community initiatives, and countless volunteer efforts. Wayne's commitment to service exemplifies the values of the Morton Chamber of Commerce, making him a deserving recipient of this honor. His passion for giving back has strengthened the community and inspired others to do the same.
2025 Volunteer of the Year Award Winner - Ashley Gropp
Ashley Gropp, the 2025 Volunteer of the Year, has shown exceptional dedication to the Morton community through her time and efforts. As a Chamber Ambassador, she plays a vital role in welcoming and supporting local businesses while actively engaging in Chamber events. Her passion for volunteering has made a meaningful impact, from community initiatives to business networking. Ashley’s commitment to service and enthusiasm for helping others make her a truly deserving recipient of this award.
2025 Ambassador of the Year Winner - Stephen Robinson
2025 Community Impact Award Winner - Morton Public Library
2025 Morton Pumpkin Festival Theme Announcement
