Annual Awards Dinner 2025

Nominations are officially closed, and the votes are in! Now it’s time to celebrate the best of the best in Sandusky County.

Join us for an unforgettable evening as we roll out the green carpet for our community’s brightest businesses and most dedicated changemakers. From local legends to rising stars, this is the night we honor those who lead, serve, and inspire.

🏆 Business of the Year Finalists
Small Business of the Year

• El Dorado Taco

• Affinity Event Rentals

• Aunt Boujee Aesthetics

• Rareity Salon

• Witchy Vibes

• Hunters Needs

Medium Business of the Year

• MRG Beauty Bar

• Buckeye Community School

• Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Library and Museums

• Ghoul Runnings Kayak Adventures

• UIS Insurance & Investments

Large Business of the Year

• Great Lakes Community Action Partnership

• Beck Suppliers / Friendship Stores

• Whirlpool Clyde Operations

• First National Bank of Bellevue

🎖️ Individual Honors

Distinguished Service Award

• Amber Fisher, Aunt Boujee Aesthetics

• Christina Rufer, First National Bank of Bellevue

• Terri Cassel, Moonshine Entertainment

Award of Excellence

• Dave Amarante, Russell Real Estate Services

• April Halm, Witchy Vibes

• Mitchell Holland, CPFA, Birchard Financial LLC

• Andrea Smith, North Point Educational Service Center

• Kim Walter-Eaton, RenHill on Demand

The Clark Legacy Award

• Julie Chudzinski, Herman Funeral Homes & Crematory

• Robert H. Zirker III, Skylight Financial Group

• Tamara Mettler, Beck Suppliers, Inc.

• Ashton Beeker, Alkon Corporation

Citizen of the Year

• Miranda Hoffman, Small Business Development Center

• Amber Fisher, Aunt Boujee Aesthetics

• Rich & Shelly Farmer, Fremont Speedway

• Jose Ramierez, Sr., Cristo Rey Center

Ambassador of the Year

• Jennifer Hensley, Mark Haynes Construction

• Christina Rufer, First National Bank of Bellevue

• Kyleigh Lash, Sandusky County Economic Development Corporation

• Kim Walter-Eaton, RenHill on Demand

• Joni Hasselbach, Pottery Perfection

💚 Whether you're coming to cheer on a nominee, connect with fellow professionals, or soak in some well-earned recognition — the glow-up is real, and you won't want to miss it.