Shown, from left, are Cynthia Whitaker, president and CEO of Greater Nashua Mental Health, Tara Levine, development director of Bridges: Domestic andSexual Violence Support Services, Pamella Wellman, executive director of Family Promise, Michael LaChance, CEO of the YMCA of Greater Nashua, Loretta DeMarco, sales director of Hampton Inn by Nashua, Paige Hultman, realtor at Purple Finch Properties and Lydia Foley, owner of Purple Finch Properties. Courtesy photo

NASHUA – The Greater Nashua Chamber of Commerce celebrated outstanding leaders, businesses and organizations during the 23rd Annual Eminence Awards on May 20 at Sky Meadow Country Club.

The event recognized individuals and organizations making a lasting impact on the Greater Nashua community through leadership, innovation, service, and dedication.

This year’s celebration held special significance as the chamber commemorated 100 years of supporting business growth, community development, and regional collaboration. Community leaders, business professionals, nonprofit organizations, and elected officials gathered to honor the award recipients and celebrate the chamber’s century-long legacy.

Mayor James Donchess attended the event and presented a proclamation recognizing the chamber’s continued contributions to the region’s economic and community success.

The Eminence Award recipients include:

-Chamber Champion: Loretta DeMarco, sales director of Hampton Inn by Nashua

-Young Professional: Tara Levine, development director of Bridges: Domestic and Sexual Violence Support Services

-Community Volunteer: Paige Hultman, realtor at Purple Finch Properties

-Nonprofit Organization of the Year: Family Promise

-Small Business of the Year: Purple Finch Properties

-General Business of the Year: Greater Nashua Mental Health

-Business Leader of the Year: Michael LaChance, CEO of the YMCA of Greater Nashua

“As we celebrate 100 years of the chamber, we also look ahead,” said Donchess. “The business landscape will continue to change and the chamber will continue to evolve with it, adapting, advocating, connecting and leading the way for future generations.”

The Eminence Awards continue to serve as one of the chamber’s signature events, recognizing the leadership, innovation, and community spirit that strengthen the Greater Nashua region and help make it a vibrant place to live, work and do business.