by Chamber Comms | Jan 29, 2026 | Chamber Blog, Event
As one of the most anticipated community events in Salem each year and our annual opportunity to recognize our most distinguished and deserving servant leaders, the First Citizen Awards Banquet will be extra special in 2026 as we commemorate the event’s 75th year! We...
by Chamber Comms | Apr 10, 2025 | Chamber Blog, Member News
The Spring 2025 Issue of the Salem Chamber’s 503. Magazine is out! Click here to read the latest edition online. Some highlights from this issue include: A feature on the 74th Annual First Citizen Awards Banquet and the 2025 recipients Four new Business...
by Chamber Comms | Apr 8, 2025 | Chamber Blog
On Saturday, March 8, 2025, nearly 500 members of the Salem community joined together in celebration of servant leadership at the Salem Convention Center for the 74th Annual First Citizen Awards Banquet! This year’s awards banquet recognized and honored four...
by Chamber Comms | Feb 20, 2025 | Chamber Blog
Andrew Holbert, Executive Director of Courtney Place Veterans Housing, will be recognized as the 2025 Outstanding Young Professional at the First Citizen Awards Banquet on Saturday, March 8. Yesterday (February 19), a large group of Andrew’s friends, colleagues,...
by Chamber Comms | Feb 19, 2025 | Chamber Blog
Retired educator, college advisor, and faith leader Pastor Ronnie Brooks will be recognized with a Distinguished Service Award at the First Citizen Awards Banquet on Saturday, March 8. On February 12, a group of Ronnie’s friends and supporters, including the First...