Hall of Fame Award

Awarded in recognition for years of unselfish service to the Hays area. The nominee must meet the following criteria:

• *Long-term community service
• *Demonstrated excellence in business or profession
• *History of civic involvement
• *Must be a Chamber member or employed by a member business/organization.

Most Valuable Citizen Award:

Awarded in recognition for service to the people and city of Hays for the past year. This person has given of themselves for the betterment of our community. The nominee must meet the following criteria:

• *Community involvement during the past year
• *Must be a Chamber member or employed by a member business/organization

Girl Scouts of Kansas Heartland Business Woman of the Year Award:

Awarded in recognition for accomplishments within the business community. The nominee must meet the following criteria:

• *Business Accomplishments
• *History of community service, Chamber of Commerce participation, etc.
• *Assists others in reaching their full leadership potential
• *Must be a Chamber member or employed by a member business/organization.

James Motor Company Business Achievement Award:

Recognizes the success of small businesses. The nominee must be a small business demonstrating entrepreneurial success in the Hays area.

*Must be a Chamber member or employed by a member business/organization.

Eagle Communications Rising Star Award:

Awarded to a young professional in recognition for leadership and service within their profession and the community. The nominee must meet the following criteria:

• *Within the ages of 21 to 40
• *Demonstrated excellence in leadership qualities in business or community
• *History of community service, Chamber of Commerce participation, etc.
• *Must be a Chamber member or employed by a member business/organization.