Annual Awards Night 2025

The Southeast Kentucky Chamber works hard to recognize our most outstanding members and individuals in the community who are truly making a difference in our region. Awards Night is the Chamber's premier membership event and draws members together to celebrate the accomplishments of our honorees and raise funds for the mission of the Chamber.

Premier Sponsor

Patton Leadership Institute builds cohorts of emerging leaders from throughout the region. Participants in the program attend a two-day opening retreat and eight day-long sessions. The curriculum weaves together topics crucial to the development of community such as education, economic development, health care, energy, tourism, and government. Key leadership skills are integrated into each session. Learn more about Patton Leadership Institute and APPLY HERE.

Platinum Sponsors

Southeast Kentucky Chamber's Annual Awards
See Past Honorees Here

Citizen of the Year Award
Outstanding Contribution by an Organization or Business
Service Organization of the Year
Small Business of the Year
Business of the Year
Business Person of the Year
Junior Williamson East Kentucky Ambassador
Lon B. & Mary Evelyn Rogers Lifetime Achievement

National Civics Bee Southeast Kentucky Chamber

The National Civics Bee is an annual competition sponsored by the US Chamber of Commerce Foundation that encourages young Americans to engage in civics and contribute to their communities. One of six regional competitions in Kentucky, the Southeast Kentucky Chamber hosts the Eastern Kentucky Regional Competition each spring. Learn more about the National Civics Bee here.

Gold Sponsors

The Excellence in Education Grant Program has provided more than $91,000 in funding assistance to area schools. These funds help supplement areas where there are insufficient funds to meet student needs and where the purpose enhances students academically or through the arts. A huge focus is placed on additional equipment and resources for science, technology, engineering, art, math, music, and drama programs. Learn more about the Excellence in Education Grant Program here.