Nominations are now open for the Cumberland Valley Business Alliance (CVBA) Young Professionals Awards, recognizing individuals age 40 and under who are making an impact through their careers, businesses, organizations and service to the community.
Nominations will be accepted through Friday, Oct. 9, with the awards ceremony scheduled for
Wednesday, Nov. 4, from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at Majestic at Whiskey Run in Chambersburg. WellSpan
Health is the presenting sponsor of the event.
Seven award categories are available this year, including two new categories: People’s Choice
Award and Mentor of the Year.
The award categories are:
- Athena Young Professional — An emerging leader who demonstrates excellence and
creativity within their field and serves as a role model for young women personally and
professionally. - People’s Choice Award — Honors a local young professional who excels in their career,
relationships, and overall influence among their peers. - Rising Star — Recognizes an individual who has been in their career for five years or less
and demonstrates tremendous potential in their field. - Entrepreneur of the Year — Recognizes an entrepreneur or small business owner who
has grown and developed a sustainable business. - Mentor of the Year — Honors someone who plays a vital role in developing the next
generation and is intentional about guiding others toward success. - Nonprofit Young Professional of the Year — Recognizes a nonprofit employee who
demonstrates excellence in their work and dedication to their organization and its
mission. - Volunteer of the Year — Honors an individual who has dedicated significant time and
resources to serving the community outside of their career.
“The Cumberland Valley is full of talented, passionate individuals who are investing in their
careers, supporting local organizations and finding ways to make our communities stronger,”
said Kylie Thomas, executive director of the Greencastle-Antrim Chamber of Commerce. “I think
it’s important that we create opportunities for young professionals to feel connected, supported
and inspired to continue growing right here in the Cumberland Valley.”
The CVBA encourages businesses, organizations and community members to nominate a young
professional who deserves recognition.
“Sometimes, all it takes is someone else recognizing your potential to help you recognize it in
yourself,” Thomas said.
Community members are also invited to attend the Young Professionals Awards ceremony on
Nov. 4. The formal event will feature dinner, dessert, beer and wine, along with the
presentation of this year’s awards. Tickets are $65 for CVBA members and $75 for
nonmembers. Formal attire is encouraged, but not required. Attendees must RSVP by Friday,
Oct. 30.
The event will be held at Majestic at Whiskey Run, 2437 Adin Lane, Chambersburg.
Sponsorship opportunities are also still available for businesses interested in supporting the
event and its recognition of the Cumberland Valley’s next generation of leaders.
For nominations, event tickets, or sponsorship information, visit cvballiance.org/ypa
The Cumberland Valley Business Alliance is a partnership between the Chambersburg and
Greencastle-Antrim chambers of commerce. CVBA is the largest business advocacy
organization in Franklin County with more than 800 members. It is committed to the
prosperity of its members while enhancing the quality of life in the Cumberland Valley area.
For more information, visit CVBAlliance.org.
