The Talbot County Department of Economic Development and Tourism and the Economic Development Commission are now accepting online nominations for the 2025 Community Impact Awards.
These awards are presented each year to recognize outstanding businesses, nonprofits, community projects, and individuals who have made a significant impact in Talbot County.
Winners will be announced at the annual Talbot County Business Appreciation Summit to be held this April at the Tidewater Inn in Easton.
The Summit is hosted each year by the Talbot County Department of Economic Development and Tourism in partnership with the Talbot County Economic Development Commission.
“Your nominations shine a spotlight on the remarkable individuals and businesses driving Talbot County’s economy,” says Cassandra Vanhooser, director of Talbot County Economic Development and Tourism. “This is an opportunity to celebrate the people and enterprises that make our community thrive, and we are proud to honor their achievements through this event and the nomination process.”
Last year’s winners included the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum’s Welcome Center, Willow Construction, Tilghman Island Seafood, The Oxford Mews project, and Easton Utilities President and CEO Hugh Grunden.
“Successful businesses are the power source that fires the twin engines of prosperity and philanthropy,” says Vanhooser. “It’s important to pause and recognize the businesses and individuals who are significantly impacting the community.”
Nominations for the 2025 awards are being accepted until Friday, January 17, 2025, with the online form here.
Previous Talbot County Community Impact Award Winners
2024 Community Impact Award Winners:
- Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum’s Welcome Center
- Willow Construction
- Tilghman Island Seafood
- The Oxford Mews Project
- Hugh Grunden, PE, President and CEO of Easton Utilities
2023 Community Impact Award Winners:
- Channel Marker, Inc. Residential Crisis Services
- Chesapeake Landing Restaurant and Bay Hundred Seafood
- Choptank Community Health System
- Ferry Cove Oyster Hatchery
- William H. Shrieves, Community Volunteer and Leader
2022 Community Impact Award Winners:
- Aphena Pharma Solutions
- Avalon Foundation
- Chesapeake Multicultural Resource Center
- Shore United Bank
- Santo Grande, President and CEO of Delmarva Community Services
2021 Chairman’s Award:
2020 Community Impact Award Winners:
2019 Community Impact Award Winners:
- Frederick Douglass 200 Committee
- Out of the Fire Restaurant
- RAUCH inc.
- Talbot Mentors
- Wylder Hotel Tilghman Island
- Kelley Phillips Cox, Phillips Wharf Environmental Center
2018 Community Impact Award Winners:
About Talbot County Department of Economic Development and Tourism
The Talbot County Department of Economic Development and Tourism’s mission is to enhance and promote a business-friendly environment for current and prospective enterprises and to advocate for policies that support and strengthen the economic vitality of Talbot County. The department’s vision for Talbot County is built on the principles of strong communities, empowered businesses, and innovative solutions.
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