Greater Grays Harbor’s Annual Banquet Recognizes Leaders in the Business Community
Each year, Greater Grays Harbor, Inc. (GGHI) hosts the Leaders Banquet and Business Recognition Awards that celebrates business excellence in our County. This year’s event will be held on October 18 from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Quinault Beach Resort and Casino located at 78 State Route 115 in Ocean Shores.
Prior to the event, members of GGHI nominate deserving businesses and organizations for various awards. This year’s nominees include: Small Business: Aberdeen Art Center, The Jitter House, B&B Automotive, and Granny Hazel’s Candy & Gifts; Non-Profit: Grays Harbor CASA, Elma Chamber of Commerce, Connections: Center for Healthy Families, and Coastal Community Action Program (CCAP); New Business: Honda of Grays Harbor, Coastline Sign, Bounce About NW, and Mount Olympus Brewing Company; Large Business: Ocean Spray, Summit Pacific Medical Center, Sierra Pacific, and Timberland Bank.
The John Loyle Spirit of the Community Award is also presented to a community member whose efforts are targeted toward enhancing our area’s reputation and promoting our community and businesses. The winner of each category will be announced that evening.
During the banquet, there will be a live and silent auction featuring many exciting travel packages and weekend getaways, including a seven day Holland America cruise. Additionally, this event also raises funds for the GGHI Educational Fund, a cause that’s dedicated to supporting entrepreneurship and career and technical education opportunities for high school students.
The cost to attend is $70 per person with a price increase to $80 after October 2. Table sponsor packages are also available. For more information, please contact candie@graysharbor.org or call (360) 532-7888 to RSVP.