Silver & Gold Awards Holiday Brunch 2018
Event Sponsors
Named Awards
Chamber Awards
What a great event with a SOLD OUT crowd. Announcing the 2018 Silver & Gold Award Winners!
Andrews Hooper Pavlik PLC Woman's Leadership Award
Recognizes a woman who exemplifies a strong commitment to personal, community and professional development.
- AWARD RECIPIENT: Joscelyn Davis, JADE Strategies, Inc.
- Ashley Chambers, Chief Financial Credit Union
- Adrienee Myrand, Faurecia North America
- Brittney Rimmer, Reliance One
- Daniela Walters, The Dobrusin Law Firm
- Elizabeth Griffith, Faurecia North America
- Leslie Emmert-Buck, Capstone Vision, PLLC
- Maggie Razdar, Kids Standard
- Sandy Fiaschetti, Magnet Consulting
- Stacey Beane & Cathy Darling, You, Me and Bubble Tea
- Tarissa O'Malley, MSU Federal Credit Union
Atlas Copco Excellence Award
Awards the company that not only meets industry standards but has clearly gone above and beyond to improve their company and industry expectations.
- AWARD RECIPIENT: DynamicHR
- Fogo de Chao
- The Family Table Cafe
Auxiom Golden SMB Award
Recognizes a small or medium size business that exemplifies "The Golden Rule" - treat others as you want to be treated.
- AWARD RECIPIENT: Trinity Community Care
- Crossroads Care Center
- Steve's Pizza
- You, Me, and Bubble Tea
Baker College of Auburn Hills Education Advocate Award
Presented to the company with the most progressive education initiatives.
- AWARD RECIPIENT: Munetrix
- Kids Standard
- MSU Federal Credit Union
- Oakland Christian School
Beaumont Health Excellence in Healthcare Award
Honors an individual who demonstrates leadership, innovation, and excellence in the healthcare field.
- AWARD RECIPIENT: Julie Lamphier, Brain Life Center
- Leslie Emmert-Buck, M.D., PhD, Capstone Vision, PLLC
- Michael Lutz, M.D., FACS, MIU Men's Health Association
City of Auburn Hills Business Success Story Award
Given to a company large or small that has made significant strides within their business. This award also recognizes the outstanding commitment to a company's employees, its mission and overall achievements within an organization.
- AWARD RECIPIENT: Moceri Companies
- George P. Johnson
- Mahindra Automotive North America
Consumers Energy Cares Award
Recognizes the individual that continuously demonstrates a commitment to helping others in the community.
- AWARD RECIPIENT: Amanda Compton, Bd's Mongolian Grill
- Kathy Losinski, Rochester Area Neighborhood House
- Ted Lakkides, Cygnet Institute of Financial Literacy
Presented to the individual who stands out as a leader among peers 35 and younger.
- AWARD RECIPIENT: Katie Ackert, Branex Group
- Angela Foley, Reliance One
- Andrew Kurecka, MedNetOne Health Solutions
- J. Leo Mazurek, Faurecia Automotive Interior Systems
- Jigjinni Rohit, Faurecia North America
Detroit Pistons Game Changer Award
Recognizes an individual changing the way business is done or making a significant contribution.
- AWARD RECIPIENT: Leslie Emmert-Buck, M.D., PhD, Capstone Vision, PLLC
- David Stone, Trion Solutions, Inc.
- Margaret Dimond, McLaren Oakland
Faurecia North America Diversity & Inclusion Pacesetter Award
Presented to a local company who promotes and facilitates a culture of diversity and inclusion in the categories of work environment, career development, training, networking and mentoring.
- AWARD RECIPIENT: Lucerne International, Inc.
- ABB Robotics
- FCA US LLC
- Volkswagen Group of America
Lucerne International Excellence in People Development Award
Awards a company that recognizes investing in their employees' professional development, creates benefits for their overall performance and the organization.
- AWARD RECIPIENT: Munetrix
- Beaumont Hospital Troy & the Moceri Learning Center
- MSU Federal Credit Union
- PurposePoint
Mahindra Automotive North America "RISE" Award
Recognizes one individual or group of individuals who have demonstrated a commitment to beautifying the local community by way of an initiative related to agriculture or the arts.
- AWARD RECIPIENT: Oakland Youth Orchestra
- City of Auburn Hills, Tax Increment Finance Authority
- Meadow Brook Theatre Guild
Oakland University Innovator of the Year Award
Presented to the company with an impressive innovation story.
- AWARD RECIPIENT: STRATTEC
- Authen2cate
- GEEP USA
- WABCO
Presented to the company that takes on a human resource challenge in a creative and innovative way given the increased competition for talent, the complex regulatory environment, and our litigious society.
- AWARD RECIPIENT: New Horizons Rehabilitation Services, Inc.
- Consumers Energy
- Trion Solutions, Inc.
Stella Wealth Management of Raymond James Higher Standard Award
Recognizes an individual that has shown high standards in business acumen and service.
- AWARD RECIPIENT: Thomas Tanghe, City of Auburn Hills
- Nancy Loerch, StratComm, LLC
- Virginia Lepine, Faurecia North America
NEW Mayor's Recognition Award
- AWARD RECIPIENT: FCA US LLC
2018 Board Member of the Year
- AWARD RECIPIENT: Pete Karsten, PhD, CPA, Baker College of Auburn Hills
2018 Ambassador of the Year
- AWARD RECIPIENT: Paul Gaultieri, Paramount Marketing Group
2018 Outstanding Committee of the Year
- AWARD RECIPIENTS: Auburn Hills Chamber Golf Open Committee
- Brad Lott (Co-Chair), Detroit Pistons
- Brian Kundinger (Co-Chair), Kundinger, Inc.
- Bernie Sinz, Hirotec America
- Christine Ruedisueli, Crowne Plaza Auburn Hills
- Jonathan Hebel, The HUB Stadium
- Kevin Berry, Aerotek
- Lisa Brady, AAA Insurance - Auburn Hills/Troy Office
- Mary Sleeman, AccessPoint
- Paul Gualtieri, Paramount Marketing Group
- Phil Zanolli, Hirotec America
- AWARD RECIPIENT: Fogo de Chao Brazilian Steakhouse
2018 Outgoing Committee Chairs
- Ambassador Committee (2017 - 2018): Kevin Berry, Aerotek
- Community Council (2017 - 2018): Samantha Seimer

Date and Time
Monday Dec 10, 2018
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM EST
Monday, December 10, 2018
10:00am - 12:00pm
Location
The Townsend Hotel
100 Townsend St
Birmingham, MI 48009
Fees/Admission
Registration Fees:
$45 for Members
$55 for Future Members
Sponsorship Opportunities:
$1,500 Named Award Sponsor (each)
$1,000 Chamber Award Sponsor
$750 Table Sponsor
To join our sponsors: contact Courtney Woods at 248.853.7862 or
cwoods@auburnhillschamber.com
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Contact Information
Chamber office: 248.853.7862
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