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Awards, awards, awards – Marathon Chamber hosts annual celebration

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The Weekly Staff

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October 31, 2019

On Oct. 18, the Marathon Chamber of Commerce hosted a party for hundreds of members at Hawks Cay to present the new board, chairman and hand out recognition to its members. The annual event is a chance for the business community to reconnect and celebrate one another’s achievements.

Awards, awards, awards – Marathon Chamber hosts annual celebration - A group of people posing for the camera - Socialite — Mike and outgoing Marathon Chamber board member Brandi Card, left, are pictured with Kate Koler and Sarah Cizmas.

Awards, awards, awards – Marathon Chamber hosts annual celebration - A man standing in front of a curtain - Public Relations — The chamber’s new president, Mike Kiraly, right, presents an award to the best newcomer award to Matt Sexton of Grassy Flats Resort.

Awards, awards, awards – Marathon Chamber hosts annual celebration - A man standing in front of a curtain - Public Relations — Chamber CEO Dan Samess was awarded a key to the city by officials in Lynn Haven, Florida. He consulted with the Panhandle city devastated by Hurricane Michael, following the Keys’ own experiences with Hurricane Irma.

Awards, awards, awards – Marathon Chamber hosts annual celebration - A group of people posing for a photo - STX IT20 RISK.5RV NR EO — The chamber recognizes its new and returning members: David Peck, left, Karen Thurman, Lori Gaukel, Grimi Betancourt and Paul Lebo.

Awards, awards, awards – Marathon Chamber hosts annual celebration - A couple of people posing for the camera - Hazel Kaneswaran — Grimi Betancourt and Lynny Thompson pause on the red carpet at Hawks Cay Resort.

Awards, awards, awards – Marathon Chamber hosts annual celebration - A man holding a laptop - Public Relations — Chamber CEO Dan Samess, right, blows a playful kiss to outgoing chamber president Steve Hurley.

2019 AWARDS

• Customer Service Award: Keys Animal Hospital

• Business Beautification Award: Crane Point Hammock Nature Center & Museum

• (Large Business) Community Contribution Award: Marathon Publix Store

• (Small Business) Community Contribution Award: All Area Keys Roofing

• Newcomer Award: Grassy Flats Resort and Beach Club

• Best Friend Award: Sandra Bradshaw

• Tourist Attractor Award: Turtle Hospital

• Humanitarian Award: Rotary Club of Marathon

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