The Chamber’s Annual Awards bring together business leaders, community members, and organizations from across the Lewiston-Auburn region to celebrate the people, businesses, and organizations making a lasting impact. Each year, the event recognizes outstanding achievements, leadership, innovation, and community involvement while highlighting the stories behind the people helping our region grow. From established businesses and emerging leaders to community champions and local organizations, the Annual Awards offer an opportunity to recognize the accomplishments that deserve to be celebrated. It’s an evening of connection, appreciation, and inspiration that shines a spotlight on the individuals and organizations moving our community forward.

Explore the award categories below and nominate an individual, business, or organization whose work is making a meaningful impact in our community.

The Ray Geiger Award is the highest honor bestowed by the Lewiston Auburn Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce. This prestigious award recognizes an individual who has demonstrated extraordinary commitment to advancing the Chamber’s mission and strengthening our communities through significant investments of time, energy, and resources.

The Theresa Samson Women’s Business Leadership Award celebrates a successful female-identifying business owner or primary manager whose business achievements, leadership, and community contributions exemplify excellence. This award highlights the vital and growing impact of women-led businesses on our regional economy and inspires continued leadership and growth.

This award recognizes a business, agency, organization, community, or nonprofit whose work or investments have made a meaningful contribution to the region’s economic vitality. Honorees may be recognized for advocating for businesses, creating jobs, fostering development, or attracting people and opportunities to the region.

The Leading Through Change Award honors a Chamber member whose leadership stood out during times of change. This individual demonstrated adaptability, resilience, and responsiveness while leading with both confidence and authenticity to support their team, organization, and community.

The Heart of the Community Award recognizes an individual whose passion, generosity, and expertise enhance the quality of life in our region. This inspiring honoree gives selflessly to their community and helps make the area a better place to live, work, and play. Membership or employment with a Chamber member is not required for this recognition.

Please Note: Nominations are Not Open