Bernie Webber To Be Presented with Lifetime Achievement Award at Chamber Gala; Arlan Hatloe Named Henry M. Jackson Citizen of Year

Bernie Webber To Be Presented with Lifetime Achievement Award at Chamber Gala; Arlan Hatloe Named Henry M. Jackson Citizen of Year.

Snohomish County legend and artist Bernie Webber will be presented with a special Lifetime Achievement Award at the Everett Area Chamber’s Night of Stars Annual Awards Gala Dec. 9, the Chamber announced today.

The 2004 Gala, the festive capstone of the Chamber’s year of accomplishment, honors an illustrious group of community leaders, all of whom continue to serve as inspirations to colleagues and associates.

Everett businessman and civic leader Arlan Hatloe has been named the Chamber’s 2004 Henry M. Jackson Citizen of the Year. The prestigious award honors an individual who has demonstrated exemplary service to the business community.

“Arlan exemplifies the spirit and the commitment of Henry M. Jackson Citizen of the Year award,” said Chamber President Louise Stanton-Masten. “He is a respected regional business leader whose vision has enhanced Everett’s business and community growth. His commitment to the people of Everett and Snohomish County is legendary – and it is backed up by countless hours of hard work and dedication.”

Sally Kortekaas of The Herald has been named recipient of the 2004 Chairman’s Award. Verizon Northwest has been named 2004 Friend of the Chamber.

Linda Johannes of the Everett Mall is the 2004 recipient of the President’s Award. Stephanie Broome, of Stargate Technologies, will receive the Ambassador of the Year Award.

Todd Morrow, who exemplifies the spirit of true community service through dedication to enhancing the quality of life for all, has been named 2004 recipient of the Dick Stephens Community Caring Award.

In addition, five Awards of Excellence each year to recognize individuals who best exemplify attributes of excellence in leadership of their organizations and who have advanced business conditions in the community. 2004 recipients include:

Corporate Executive of the Year: Randy Lyman, owner of Randy’s Ring & Pinion. This award is give to an executive of a large company who has demonstrated exceptional leadership, success and drive in his or her company, advanced the general interests of business and served as a positive role model of a professional business manager.

Small Business Executive of the Year: Andy Hall, of Botesch, Nash & Hall Architects, P.S. This award is presented each year to an executive of a small business whose leadership and initiative has brought recognized success to his or her company, advanced the general interests of business and served as a positive role model.

Service to Business: Cynthia First, Snohomish County PUD commissioner, and Congressman Rick Larsen. This award recognizes an elected official who demonstrates outstanding support to business through support of activities that enhance the economic well being of the community.

Employer of the Year: Naval Station Everett, recognizing the excellence in mentoring, management, and leadership exhibited by the Navy base, which now is the second largest employer in Snohomish County.

Employee of the Year: Kristi Keene, of the Everett Mall, for her ability to serve as a strong, positive role model for other employees within her organization.

The gala includes a 5:30 p.m. reception, followed by a dinner and program beginning at 6:30 p.m. Advance registration is $65 if paid by Dec. 3. Reserved tables for 10 currently available for $750. Call the Chamber to register or www.everettchamber.com for more information.

The Gala is sponsored by Boeing, Community Transit, Fluke Corporation, The Herald, Kimberly-Clark Corporation, Northsound 1380 KRKO Radio, Port of Everett, Providence Everett Medical Center, Puget Sound Energy, Snohomish County Airport, Western Washington Medical Group, Frontier Bank and Goodrich Aviation Technical Services.