Twenty-two years ago, several members of the Peabody Area Chamber of Commerce came up with the idea of recognizing a leader in the business community whose community service and spirit contribute to the rich, cultural heritage of the City of Peabody. The Harry Ankeles Community Service Award was established as a memorial to chamber member and Peabody resident, Harry Ankeles, and is now presented annually to a chamber member who exemplifies the spirit of selfless dedication to the community that Mr. Ankeles exhibited throughout his lifetime. The award recognizes an individual.
The community is invited to nominate an individual for this award. Please submit a detailed description of the nominee’s volunteer activities and initiatives. Each nominee will be considered by the committee based on their involvement in a number areas including:
1) Live or work in the City of Peabody, Danvers, Middleton or Lynnfield
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2) Chamber Affiliate (current member, past member, or employee of Chamber Member);
3) Active in multiple community services groups (brief description of community related activities; service programs, philanthropic programs, etc.)
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4) Demonstrates leadership;
5) Volunteer based work;
6) Instilled a lasting legacy for the community
Include any additional information that the committee should consider about the nominee’s qualifications.
All nominations must be received by August 16, 2013
The recipient will be honored at the Chamber’s annual dinner and award ceremony held in November. All nominations should be made in writing and submitted to Peabody Area Chamber of Commerce, 24 Main Street, Suite 28, Peabody, MA 01960, fax: 978-532-7227 or email: pcc@peabodychamber.com.
Past recipients of the award include: Tom Gould (2012), Mayor Michael Bonfanti (2011), H. Ray Wallman, (2010), Lawrence O’Keefe (2009), Warren Waugh (2008), Fran McCormack (2007), William Power (2006), Chuck & Martha Holden (2005), Dave Gravel (2004), Jack Wells (2003), Herb Harris (2002), Barbara Kelly (2001), Arthur Holden (2000), Mayor Peter Torigian (1999), Marc Freedman (1998), Margaret Pedro (1997), Thomas Aguiar (1996), James Burke, Esq. (1995), Arthur Gordon (1994), Ben & Maureen Brodeur (1993), Stephen Hendrickson (1992), and Ted Jones (1991).
The Peabody Area Chamber of Commerce is a 400-business member community based association providing its members with business, legislative, networking and marketing resources and opportunities.
visit us on the web at www.peabodychamber.com
