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Greater Statesville Chamber of Commerce Honoring Outstanding Young Professionals at the Future 5 Awards Ceremony

The Greater Statesville Chamber of Commerce hosted the highly anticipated “Iredell Health System 2024 Future 5 Young Professionals Awards Ceremony” at the Statesville Country Club. This annual event recognizes five outstanding young professionals from the Greater Statesville area who excel in their fields and contribute significantly to the growth, prosperity, and quality of life in our community.

This year’s ceremony featured a special keynote address by Juliet Kuehnle, a renowned counselor, consultant, speaker, and writer. Kuehnle, who regularly appears on WBTV and WCNC, has been featured in publications such as Newsweek, Insider, Shondaland, PsychCentral, and Medium/Elemental. Her presentation, titled “Work-Life Balance: Achieving Success Without Sacrificing Well-Being,” provided insightful strategies and practical tools on this timely topic, offering attendees valuable takeaways for enhancing both personal and professional success.

Young professionals are the future leaders of our community, bringing fresh perspectives, innovative ideas, and a deep understanding of modern technologies to the workplace. By celebrating their achievements, the Chamber seeks to empower these individuals, recognizing the critical role they play in fostering creativity, adaptability, and sustainable growth in today’s fast-changing business environment.

Since its inception in 2016, the Future 5 program has honored 40 exceptional young professionals. This year, in recognition of our 8th anniversary and the remarkable number of nominations received, the Chamber expanded the honorees from five to eight. This decision reflects the growing influence of young professionals in Greater Statesville, whose contributions are driving progress across various industries and the broader community.

2024 Future 5 Award Recipients:

Brittany Jordaan – Home Instead
Hannah Fox – Iredell Health System
Josh Dickens – Piedmont Folkways & Iredell Arts Council
Dr. Lindsay Spears, DDS – Carolina Crossroads Dental Care
Shellie Taylor – Iredell County Public Library
Sydney Koppelmeyer – Piedmont HealthCare
Tevin Carr – Insomniacs, Inc.
Trey Robertson – KAM & Bee and Barrel

These eight outstanding individuals have demonstrated an unwavering commitment to the Greater Statesville community through both their professional achievements and civic engagement. Their dedication aligns with the Chamber’s core values, as they actively contribute to local organizations that enhance the overall quality of life and help attract and retain young talent in the region.

In addition to the top award recipients, the Chamber would like to recognize all the nominees for their dedication and contributions:

2024 Nominees:

Andy Zachowicz – Statesville Country Club
Brody Petree – Home Instead
Erica Dalton
Jennifer Barraclough – Iredell Council on Aging
Jennifer Levins – Iredell County Public Library
Joshua Speer – Norris, Stewart, & Ralston
Kelly Shorts – Simply Caring
Kirsten Lippard – Branded Peach Boutique
Sam Hughes – Piedmont HealthCare
Tyler Yoder – Piedmont HealthCare

The Greater Statesville Chamber of Commerce extends its heartfelt congratulations to all of this year’s nominees and award winners. These young professionals exemplify the leadership, innovation, and community spirit that will continue to propel Statesville toward a bright and prosperous future.

The Greater Statesville Chamber of Commerce mission is building strategic partnerships, driving business success and connecting people to opportunities. For more information contact the Nicole Kershner at 704-873-2892 Ext. 2 or email at [email protected]. Visit our website at StatesvilleChamber.org.