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LUDINGTON — The Chamber Alliance of Mason County has announced finalists for its 2026 Annual Awards, recognizing businesses, organizations and individuals for leadership, innovation and community involvement.
Award recipients will be announced during the Annual Awards Dinner at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 16, at The Lake House in Ludington.
The awards recognize excellence in four categories: Business of the Year, Small Business of the Year, Community Service and Future Five.
Business of the Year
Finalists are Jamesport Brewing Company, Metalworks, UACJ Whitehall Industries and West Michigan Community Mental Health.
The award recognizes a business with more than 20 employees that has demonstrated excellence through leadership, innovation, customer service and community involvement.
Small Business of the Year
Finalists are All Occasions Events & Floral, Cluck Bucket, Matthew 6 Construction and The 10 Spot.
The award recognizes a business with fewer than 20 employees that has demonstrated excellence through leadership, innovation, customer service and community involvement.
Community Service
Finalists are Lakeshore Children’s Advocacy Center, Ludington Coats & Boots for Kids and St. Simon’s Bargain Center.
The award recognizes an individual or organization making a significant volunteer contribution to the community and celebrates service that benefits Mason County.
Future Five
Five rising professionals have been named to the 2026 Future Five class: Emma Cleaveau, Alison Glosinger, Olivia Lambrix, Trent Pagels and Cooper Sorvig.
The honorees, ages 21 to 40, are recognized for excellence in their respective fields and for contributing to Mason County through their professional achievements and community involvement.
The Annual Awards Dinner will feature a strolling dinner, cocktails and live music.
Tickets can be reserved at www.ludington.org/networking/annual-awards-dinner/
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