KAUKAUNA — The area’s top local businesses were honored last week at the Heart of the Valley Chamber of Commerce annual awards banquet.

The event was held March 14, 2024 at Van Abel’s of Hollandtown.

Winners included:

Business Partner in Education – St. Paul Elder Services, Kaukauna

Small Business Achievement – MJI Building Services, Appleton

Small Business Achievement – Flow Family Chiropractic, Kaukauna

Community Partner of the Year – Lori Dibbs & Associates, Appleton

Entrepreneur of the Year – Kyle Van Abel, Appleton Axe, Appleton

Emerging Business of the Year – WiniVago Woods, Little Chute

Inspiring Business Person of the Year – Jenn Harper, Jake’s Network of Hope, Neenah

Nonprofit of the Year – Thompson Center on Lourdes, Appleton

Cornerstone Award – Rawhide Youth Services, Glendale



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By staff

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