Spring Hill Chamber Presents Four Business Awards
Grecian Family Restaurant & Bakery receives top member award
Spring Hill, Tenn. (Jan. 9, 2023)—On Dec. 9, 2022, the Spring Hill Chamber of Commerce held its annual State of the Chamber ceremony and presented four business awards.
The 2022 Chamber Member of the Year Award was presented to Grecian Family Restaurant & Bakery. Grecian is a locally-owned restaurant offering Greek dishes, pizza, breakfast, and baked goods in Spring Hill. Owners Frank and Sasa Georgalos are widely known for their generosity exemplified by their community fundraisers, give-a-meal programs, and annual free Thanksgiving meal event for first responders and those in need.
Other nominees for the top award were Martin’s Bar-B-Que Joint, Oasis Health Center, and Salted Peace.
The 2022 New Member of the Year Award was presented to Southaven at Commonwealth. Community Manager Brittany Wright accepted the award at the ceremony. Southaven at Commonwealth is a sophisticated apartment living complex boasting quality craftsmanship, resort-like amenities, and high-end finishes in the heart of Spring Hill. Brittany has been a positive promoter of the Spring Hill business community throughout the year.
Other nominees for the new member award were Light Hill Meats, Chris Mackinlay of New York Life, and ZmartWorkz.
Criteria for the two member-based awards included giving generously of time and resources to the community, exemplifying strong business practices and ethical standards, and supporting the chamber’s mission of positively influencing the business culture to create a better Spring Hill.
The Spring Hill Chamber of Commerce also named Dalton Potts of Edward Jones its George Bobier Ambassador of the Year, an award presented to a chamber ambassador who generously and consistently gives of their time and service to the organization without hesitation throughout the year.
Additionally, the 2022 Jim Grimes Board Member of the Year Award was presented to Assistant Plant Director Rick Smearman of General Motors Spring Hill Assembly. Named in memoriam of Spring Hill businessman Jim Grimes, the award is presented each year to a board member who illustrates servant leadership to the organization and actively works to positively influence the Spring Hill business culture.
The State of the Chamber ceremony was held at the UAW Hall in Spring Hill, Tenn. and included updates from Executive Director Becca Melton, outgoing Board Chair Clint McCain, and incoming Board Chair Jeff Graves. A motivational presentation from Mike Keith of the Tennessee Titans kicked off the ceremony.
About the Spring Hill Chamber of Commerce
The Spring Hill Chamber’s mission is to positively influence our business culture to create a better Spring Hill. The chamber provides professional development, networking opportunities, and support services for local professionals interested in building relationships and growing their business.
Grecian Family Restaurant and Bakery Owner Frank Georgalos accepts the 2022 Chamber Member of the Year Award from Board Chair Clint McCain at the Spring Hill Chamber of Commerce’s State of the Chamber ceremony on December 9, 2022. Photograph by She Shee Photography.
Brittany Wright of Southaven at Commonwealth accepts the 2022 New Member of the Year Award from Board Chair Clint McCain at the Spring Hill Chamber of Commerce’s State of the Chamber ceremony on December 9, 2022. Photograph by She Shee Photography.
Dalton Potts of Edward Jones receives the 2022 George Bobier Ambassador of the Year Award from Board Chair Clint McCain at the Spring Hill Chamber of Commerce’s State of the Chamber ceremony on December 9, 2022. Photograph by She Shee Photography.
Rick Smearman of General Motors receives the 2022 Jim Grimes Board Member of the Year Award from Executive Director Becca Melton at the Spring Hill Chamber of Commerce and Welcome Center. Rick was unable to attend the State of the Chamber ceremony held at the UAW Hall in Spring Hill on December 9, 2022. Photograph by Spring Hill Chamber of Commerce.
Mike Keith of the Tennessee Titans speaks at the Spring Hill Chamber of Commerce’s State of the Chamber ceremony on December 9, 2022. Photograph by She Shee Photography.
