CHAMBERSBURG — The Cumberland Valley Business Alliance has unveiled the finalists for the 2024 Young Professional Awards. The awards recognize outstanding individuals who demonstrate exceptional leadership and commitment within their communities and professions.
The awards will be officially presented at a Sept. 26 dinner, which celebrates young professionals who not only excel in their careers but also contribute significantly to the growth and development of the Cumberland Valley region.
Winners are:
ATHENA Award—
Amanda Keefer – Franklin County Housing Authority
Makenzi Maun – Beauty & Grace Salon & Spa
Ruth Chupp – Golden Juniper Boutique
Educator of the Year—
Cody Marker – Chambersburg Area Senior High School
LaBreeska Leveille – Chambersburg Memorial YMCA / Chambersburg Area School District
Melinda DeWald – Chambersburg Area Senior High School
Entrepreneur of the Year—
Cortney Hanks and Brittani Black – Black & Blush Boutique
Nicholas Peiffer – Chasing Shadows Skateboards
Sarah Nelson – Scoops on the Square
Nonprofit Young Professional of the Year—
Kelly Kozlowski – Capitol Theatre
Malachi Maurer – WellSpan Health
Matthew Levine – Chambersburg Community Theatre
Rising Star—
Courtney Kirby – Russell Standard
Harrison Frantz – Horizon Farm Credit
Hayley Anderson – Shippensburg University
Volunteer of the Year—
Greg Figueroa – Patriot Federal Credit Union
Jordan Nace – WellSpan Health
Community Engagement Students – Mercersburg Academy
Young Professional Employer of the Year—
Adam Donius – Chick-fil-A Chambersburg
Dr. Anirudh Patel – Cumberland Valley Dental Care
The Sept. 26 awards dinner will be held from 6 – 8 p.m. at the Capitol Theatre Wood Center. The evening will also include dinner, wine and dessert. Tickets may be purchased at https://business.cvballiance.org/…/cvba-young…