Cowell is Guest Speaker at Annual Chamber Meeting

NC State Treasurer Janet Cowell was the guest speaker for the 58th Annual Elizabethtown- White Lake Chamber of Commerce, Tuesday evening at Lu Mil Vineyard.

She updated the approximately 175 attendees on the financial affairs of the state.  She spoke about the status of the retirement pools and about her efforts to make sure they were sound.

She was introduced by NC Sen. Margaret Dickson.

Numerous awards were presented.  Robin Summerlin was presented the "Outstanding Chamber Member Award," Minnie Price was presented the "Caring Person Award', Robert G. Hester was presented the "Outstanding Small Business Award" for BLADENONLINE. 

The Honorary Lifetime Chamber Member Award was presented to the family of the late Manly Clark, Jr.

Dr. Bill Young, was presented a special award for his many contributions to the community. He recently announced he was leaving the Elizabethtown Presbyterian Church to become pastor of Sneads Ferry Presbyterian Church.

Allen Johnson presided over the Annual Event and expressed his thanks for support over the past year.  He recognized 3 board members who are retiring.  They included Denise Bridgers, Rich Glenn and Jeff Shipp. 

Scott Walters is the new President, Paul Norris is President Elect.  Board members for the upcoming year include Denise Cross, Seth Campbell, Carolyn Walters, Toni Fisher, Kristi Coleson, Allen Johnson and Trey Duncan.

Ex-Officio Directors include; Eddie Madden, Brenda Clark, Mayor Goldston Womble, Jr., Mayor Sylvia Campbell, Chuck Heustess and Greg Martin.

Dawn Maynard, Chamber Executive Director, made closing remarks asking for continued support for the Chamber.  New memberships are due and numerous projects are planned.

Maynard, Johnson and Walters were obviously pleased with the huge turnout for the occasion.