Branson Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce Black Tie Event

William MaHoney accepts award on behalf of David Smith who was not present. A Timeless Journey Branson Chamber of Commerce Black Tie 2013 (staff photo)

A Timeless Journey Branson Chamber of Commerce Black Tie at Branson Convention Center 2013 (staff photo)

Karen Hall accepts Care for Kids Award at A Timeless Journey Branson Chamber of Commerce Black Tie 2013 (staff photo)

William MaHoney speaks at A Timeless Journey Branson Chamber of Commerce Black Tie 2013 (staff photo)

Randy Brashers accepts plaque at A Timeless Journey Branson Chamber of Commerce Black Tie 2013 (staff photo)

Sarah Hord (left) and Debi Lipper at A Timeless Journey Branson Chamber of Commerce Black Tie 2013 (staff photo)

Rick Ziegenfuss receives Community Spirit Award at A Timeless Journey Branson Chamber of Commerce Black Tie 2013 (staff photo)

Steve Crichton at A Timeless Journey Branson Chamber of Commerce Black Tie 2013 (staff photo)

Gary Freeman and Stephanie Barney at A Timeless Journey Branson Chamber of Commerce Black Tie 2013 (staff photo)

Dot and Leon Combs via Skype accepts Mary Award at A Timeless Journey Branson Chamber of Commerce Black Tie 2013 (staff photo)

Adrianne Smith Abassador of the Year Award recipient at A Timeless Journey Branson Chamber of Commerce Black Tie 2013 (staff photo)

Jim Barber speaks at A Timeless Journey Branson Chamber of Commerce Black Tie 2013 (staff photo)

Janet Akers and Adrianne Smith at A Timeless Journey Branson Chamber of Commerce Black Tie 2013 (staff photo)

Bethany Thomas speaks at A Timeless Journey Branson Chamber of Commerce Black Tie 2013 (staff photo)

Branson High School Junior ROTC Color Guard at A Timeless Journey Branson Chamber of Commerce Black Tie 2013 (staff photo)

Ross Summers speaks at A Timeless Journey Branson Chamber of Commerce Black Tie 2013 (staff photo)

Pioneer Award presented to Glenn Robinson at A Timeless Journey Branson Chamber of Commerce Black Tie 2013 (staff photo)

Janet Akers speaks at A Timeless Journey Branson Chamber of Commerce Black Tie 2013 (staff photo)

LaDella THomas speaks at A Timeless Journey Branson Chamber of Commerce Black Tie 2013 (staff photo)

By: Michael Greeley
Posted: Sunday, March 03, 2013

The Branson Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce hosted their annual black tie event on Saturday evening at the Branson Convention Center. This year’s theme was “A Timeless Journey.”

Representatives from area businesses and guest were entertained by Stephanie Barney and Gary Freeman. The Branson High School Junior ROTC Color Guard presented the Missouri and National flags as Nicole Pufall sang the National Anthem. Chairman of the Board Jim Barber spoke throughout the evening and introduced guest speakers.

Cox’s Medical Center Branson President and CEO William MaHoney says Branson is on an upswing and Cox is blessed to be a part of it.

Ambassador Awards were presented by Chairman of the Ambassadors, Janet Akers. Adrianne Smith was given the Ambassador of the Year Award. She explains what an ambassador does:

Adrianne Smith

Smith says Branson is a great community to be involved in. Award recipients are listed below:

Community Awards:

Randy Brashears, Ron Jett, Debbie Redford, Dan Ruda

Care for Kids Award, sponsored by Silver Dollar City Foundation: Karen Hall

Community Spirit Award, sponsored by Myer Hotels: Rick Ziegenfuss

Beautification Award: Grand Village

Ambassador Award: David Smith

Pioneer Award: Glenn Robinson

Mary Award: Leon Combs

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