'Best to the Guest' Tourism Excellence
This award is presented to the individual, business or organization that has been recognized for providing an excellent guest experience. Customer service, unique offerings, and attention to detail make this awardee stand out in the industry. Restaurants, guides, lodging, and attractions will be recognized based on referral reputation in the community and online reviews from guests.
'BEST TO THE GUEST' TOURISM EXCELLENCE RECIPIENTS
2016 Clarkson Inn
2017 Robideau's Mahogany Ridge
2018 Jake's on the Water
2019 Nicandri Nature Center
2022 North Country Children's Museum
2023 Sherman Inn
Best Destination Marketing Initiative
This award is presented for the most outstanding tourism marketing campaign or initiative to raise awareness and attract visitors to St. Lawrence County. New programs, bundling of experiences and multi-media communication delivered with creativity, innovation, production quality and effectiveness will be recognized.
BEST DESTINATION MARKETING INITIATIVE RECIPIENTS
2016 Hammond Barn Quilt Trail
2017 Mare's Ware's Arts Fest
2018 Waddington Party in the Park / Bassmaster Elite Series
2019 Ogdensburg International Airport
2022 TAUNY
2023 Explore Massena / Fish Massena
Business of the Year
This award is presented to a chamber business member that has contributed to the growth of St. Lawrence County economy and brings pride to the business community.
BUSINESS OF THE YEAR RECIPIENTS
2015 Fourth Coast Entertainment
2016 Cornerstone Service
2017 United Helpers
2018 North Country This Week
2019 SeaComm Federal Credit Union
2020 SLC Arts Council
2021 No Awards Dinner
2022 Kunoco Oil and Kunoco Food Mart
2023 Atlantic Testing Laboratories
Customer Service Excellence
This award is presented to a chamber business that has provided extraordinary service in their delivery of product and/or service to their customers.
CUSTOMER SERVICE EXCELLENCE RECIPIENTS
2015 Mort Backus & Sons
2016 Nature’s Storehouse
2017 Bicknell Appliance and Home Interiors
2018 North Country Showcase
2019 Mike’s Trophies
2020 Kinney Drugs
2021 No Awards Dinner
2022 NBT Bank
2023 Coakley Home and Hardware
Local Producer of the Year
This award is presented to a chamber producer that has developed their capacity for creating and selling a product that is handmade, locally sourced or value added, raising awareness and pride for local products.
LOCAL PRODUCER OF THE YEAR RECIPIENTS
2015 River Myst Winery
2016 Kaneb Orchards
2017 2 Mama Birds
2018 Tucker Springs Organics
2019 In-Law Brewing
2020 Apothecary Chocolates
2021 No Awards Dinner
2022 Lionheart Graphics
2023 Adirondack Fragrance Farm
Cornerstone Award
This special award was presented to former Executive Director and Director of Tourism Brooke Rouse.
CORNERSTONE AWARD RECIPIENTS
2023 Brooke E. Rouse
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