The Spencerport Area Chamber of Commerce has announced its 2014 awards winners, to be honored at the Annual Awards Dinner on Friday, January 30, 2015 at the Plantation Party House, 1875 North Union Street, Spencerport. Casual Networking and Social Time will begin at 6 p.m., followed by a buffet dinner at 7 p.m.
David Moore is the recipient of the 2014 Clyde W. Carter Citizen of the Year Award. David Moore has served on the BOCES School Board, Spencerport School Board and Ogden Farmers’ Library Board of Directors. Today, as Vice President, David Moore is a contributing member of the Spencerport Area Chamber of Commerce Board and its bylaws resource. He emcees the annual Spencerport Area Chamber of Commerce Awards Dinner, hosting in a friendly, humorous manner. In her nomination, Chamber Board member and The Unique Shop business owner Ginny Swarthout stated that David Moore currently is President of the Spencerport Federal Credit Union Board and Treasurer of Spencerport Canal Days. She added that David Moore owns an established accounting business and works closely with clients, helping with financial decisions. Ginny Swarthout concluded: “Dave willingly gives of his time for the betterment of our community.”
Joanna Alberti, owner of philoSophie’s, 123 South Union Street, Spencerport, will receive the 2014 Business Person of the Year Award. Besides owning her thriving business, Joanna Alberti is a talented artist. She opened her Spencerport shop and studio in 2009. Joanna Alberti creates and sells whimsical cards, stationery and gift items that she designs. Her success has led to her items being sold in Walmart, Wegmans and Walgreen’s. Chamber Board member/Treasurer Nancy Bodhorn of Spencerport Federal Credit Union wrote in her nomination that Joanna Alberti is “talented, friendly, and easy to deal with.” Joanna Alberti contributes to many local fundraisers, giving to her community. In addition, the nomination states: “We are fortunate to have her ‘headquarters’ right here in Spencerport, New York!”
McColley’s Irish Pub & MGB Building, Inc., owned by Matt Brooks, will receive the Civic Beautification Award. This extensively renovated brick building is located at 89 South Union Street, Spencerport. Investing much effort, money, time, and talent, Matt Brooks, President of MGB Building, Inc. and a licensed general contractor with 30 years experience, worked creatively with municipal boards and inspection officials to achieve an attractive result: an authentically decorated Irish pub to complement the Erie Canal business area. McColley’s is a destination and meeting place because of its good food, pleasant service and charming atmosphere. It is a most welcome addition to the local economy, Western Monroe County and beyond – making this asset deserving of recognition for the 2014 Civic Beautification Award, according to chamber members.
Recognized at the Regular Membership Holiday Chamber Luncheon held December 17: Town of Parma – 205 years, Ogden Baptist Church – 195 years, Spencerport School District – 65 years, Brodner Equipment – 55 years, Resch Automotive – 55 years, and Afrikamba, Curios… – 20 years.
2014 Chamber officers include: President Jill Cordts, Vice President David Moore, Secretary Joann Carr, and Treasurer Nancy Bodhorn. The Chamber acknowledges Board member Lisa VerSteeg, Expressions of Dance by Lisa, who chairs the Spencerport Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Awards Dinner.
The Chamber officers and Board of Directors invite the community to enjoy its annual Spencerport Area Chamber of Commerce awards dinner evening.
Register and get tickets by check or credit card atwww.SpencerportChamber.org. Cost is $30 per ticket. Seating in tables of 8.
Dinner registration also available at: Town of Ogden Community Center – Receptionist’s Desk, Village of Spencerport Office, The Unique Shop, Spencerport Federal Credit Union and Expressions of Dance by Lisa. Deadline for dinner registration is January 23. Contact Event Chair Lisa VerSteeg at 352-0877 with questions.
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