Dave Anderson of Atrium Health and John Marek of the Anson County Economic Development Partnership were featured speakers at the Anson County Chamber of Commerce Membership Banquet & Annual Dinner.
More than 150 businesses and professionals attended.
Accomplishments of past board members were recognized and new board members were introduced. The following awards highlighted the evening:
• The Henry W. Little, III Community Leadership Award, given to Tommy Allen, retired Anson County Sheriff.
• The W. Dunlap Covington Award for Community Service, given to Jeremy Taylor from Plank Road Realty.
• Young Professionals of the Year, given to Ashley Rivers Scarborough from Plank Road Forestry, and Megan Sellers.
• Anson Economic Development Partnership Chamber Champion, given to Jennifer Winfree Tarlton of Turner & Tarlton.
“We are happy to honor the following individuals and businesses as our winners for 2018,” said Shelby Emrich, president and CEO. “This community is full of amazing people who give so much to ensure a brighter future, and we are honored to recognize them. They join a long legacy of community service and leadership leaders.”