The Laughlin Chamber of Commerce proudly announces the Tri-States most prestigious black-tie event at the Aquarius Pavilion – Now accepting nominations!

The 26th annual Community Achievement Awards recognizing individuals, businesses and organizations in the Colorado River Region is set for November 4th, 2023. Seating for 700 will be available. Tickets include a 4 course, fine-dining experience courtesy of the Aquarius Food & Beverage and Banquets & Catering teams. The awards ceremony will take place throughout the evening – giving special recognition to our award finalists and top achievers.

Nominations are open! From now until August 28th, you can nominate your favorite individuals or businesses in the Tri-state area to be one of our next top achievers at the upcoming 26th annual Community Achievement Awards in November.

Please visit out extremely easy to use online nomination form at: https://laughlinchamber.com/caa-nomination/to look through the category descriptions and send in your nomination today! Nominate a person, business, club, or organization that has made significant contributions in the region. (Category descriptions are on the website!) Nominees must work, reside, do business and/or provide services in the Colorado River Region. Nominations are due before August 28th, 2023.

Further details to come! Tickets and sponsorships will be available for purchase soon!

If you are interested in becoming a judge or a sponsor for the 26th Annual Community Achievement Awards you can email Jackie@laughlinchamber.com for more information.

For questions or assistance, please call (702) 298-2214 ext. 0.

Your 2022 Community Achievement Award Winners are as follows:

CITIZEN OF THE YEAR

Tom Brady

CONNIE DAVIS YOUTH CITIZEN OF THE YEAR

Hannah Leyendecker: Mohave High School

YOUNG WONDER AWARD

Selah Johnston: Vista Colorado Elementary

EDUCATOR OF THE YEAR

Kathy Mack: Laughlin Jr/Sr High School

LLOYD SHIRES TOURISM AWARD

Trina Ewing: Golden Entertainment

NICK SESSIONS PUBLIC SERVICE AWARD

Rushaun Walters: Bullhead City Police Department

HUMANITARIAN AWARD

Robert Brandefine

ENTREPRENEUR AWARD

George Smith: i sharpen shears

COMMUNICATIONS AWARD

Dominick Dragone: Murphy Broadcasting

BUSINESS EXPANSION AND RETENTION AWARD

Riverside Resort Hotel & Casino

SMALL BUSINESS OF THE YEAR

Black Mountain Bistro

LARGE BUSINESS OF THE YEAR

Anderson Auto Group

COMMUNITY AND SOCIAL SERVICE ORGANIZATION AWARD

Laughlin Elks Lodge #2872

SPIRIT OF NEVADA AWARD

Kyle Myers: Searchlight Betterment Organization

SPIRIT OF ARIZONA AWARD

Matt Curtiss

SPIRIT OF THE COLORADO RIVER AWARD

Dave Heath: City of Bullhead City

VETERAN SPECIAL RECOGNITION AWARD 

Brit “Deuce” Brandt