Categories for awards:

DISTINGUISHED WESTERN STAR AWARD
presented by the Williston Area Chamber of Commerce
The Distinguished Western Star Award is presented to an individual in the Williston area for promoting Williston as a great place in which to live and work through personal and professional efforts over a period of time. This individual shall exemplify a positive attitude toward our city and be recognized for his/her constant efforts to promote our people and resources. It is the highest award presented by the Chamber.
Previous Award Winners Include: Dr. Robert Kemp, Terry Olson, Chuck Wilder, Shawn Wenko, Diane Hagen, Cyndy Aafedt, Howard Klug, Dr. Salem Shahin, Chris Brostuen

WILLISTON LEADERSHIP AWARD
This individual or organization has taken a leadership role within their organization, neighborhood or community, and encouraged the growth and development of others. The recipient will have demonstrated willingness to grow and learn, while helping influence others to make a positive impact in our community.
Previous Award Winners Include: David Peterson, Eckert Youth Homes, Dr. Tanner Parizek, Chief Jason Catrambone, Daniel Kalil, Steve Slocum, Debbie Richter, Brad Bekkedahl, Katie Shannon

GENERATION NEXT AWARD
The recipient of this award represents the future of the Williston Business Community. Recipient will be a young professional who has emerged as a business leader; demonstrating excellence, creativity and initiative in his or her career and community. The recipient of this award should be between the ages of 21-35.
Previous Award Winners Include: Milestone Health Partners; Drs Alyssa Suess, Amanda Erickson, Mindy Kirby, Carlos Garcia, Jake Germundson, Alex Johnson

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT AWARD
Recipient best represents the values of community engagement through participation in events and committees in both Chamber and non-Chamber activities. It is presented to an individual or organization in the Williston area for outstanding volunteer service and positive influence throughout the year.
Previous Award Winners Include: Jim & Phyllis Stokke, Abbey Dahlberg & Katie Wyman, Falon Justice, Vivian Kalmik, Brandy LaDue, Bras for a Cause, Jackie Weig, Janessa Storlie

E. WARD KOESER ADVOCACY AWARD
The recipient of this award will have demonstrated leadership traits and qualities in the policy and government arenas at the local, state or federal levels. This individual or organization supports the core values of the Chamber and is involved in the advocacy efforts to support a growing Williston business community.
Previous Award Winners Include: Rep. Patrick Hatlestad, Williston Basin School District #007 Board of Directors, Cal Klewin, Gary Sukut, Brent Eslinger, David Montgomery, Brad Bekkedahl, E. Ward Koeser, Steve Kemp

CHAMPION OF AGRICULTURE AWARD
This award recognizes an individual or business who has demonstrated outstanding leadership in the agricultural community. Recipient will have made significant contributions to the agriculture industry in the MonDak Region through stewardship of land and livestock, advocacy, application of technology, or development of new products, methods, or ideas.
Previous Award Winners Include: Beau Anderson, Keith Brown, Tom Wheeler,

CHAMBER CONNECTOR AWARD
Recipient best represents the values of networking and connecting Chamber membership with the community. This individual or organization stands out as an ambassador for the Chamber and the Williston Area, participates in Chamber events, and adopts the Chamber’s principles throughout community.
Previous Award Winners Include: Dubi Cummings, Barb Peterson, John Lisle, Melinda Rasmussen, Crystal Purdy, Kristin Oxendahl, Fran Zerr, Jeni Fleck, Cyrena Weeks