On January 27th, the 14th Annual Blue Ribbon Awards were announced in a private event at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, and Tahoe Production House was there to help produce the event for the Tahoe Chamber. In addition to a select live audience, we also helped to live stream the event on Zoom so that everyone could join in the celebration.
To ensure a smooth and professional broadcast, we set up a multi-camera setup and utilized a powerful graphics machine and video playback to share all of the great winners with the community. It was an honor to be a part of such a special event, and we hope you enjoy this look at the full show. Congratulations to all of the winners!
Congratulations to the 14th Annual Blue Ribbon Award Winners
Tourism Award by the Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority
- Lake Tahoe Balloons / Award Winner
- Weddings at Lakeside Beach / Runner-up
- Flatstick Pub / Finalist
New Business of the Year Award by Luna Lending
- Cuppa Tahoe / Award Winner
- Tahoe Bagel Co. / Runner-up
- Test Well / Finalist
Excellence in Business Award by Marriott Grand Residence Club
- The Hangar / Award Winner
- Hard Rock Hotel & Casino / Runner-up
- Cold Water Brewery & Grill / Finalist
Entrepreneur Award by Sustainable Community Advocates
- Chris McNamara, Outdoor GearLab and Tech GearLab / Award Winner
- Lizzy Kirkpatrick, Tahoe Kids Trading Co. / Runner-up
- Christy Wilson, Embarc / Finalist
Customer Service Award by Heavenly & Kirkwood Mountain Resorts
- Mike Peron, Sierra Nevada Media Group / Award Winner
- Daniele Waterhouse, McDuff’s Pub / Runner-up
- Peter Sereno, Encore / Finalist
Public Service Agency Award by South Tahoe Refuse & Recycling
- Chief Brad Zlendick, Lake Valley Fire Protection District / Award Winner
- Katie Sheehan, Clean Tahoe / Runner-up
- Kevin Fromherz, Nevada Division State Parks / Finalist
Community Enrichment Award by Tahoe South Events Center
- South Lake Tahoe Family Resource Center / Award Winner
- Clean Up the Lake / Runner-up
- Saint Joseph Community Land Trust / Finalist
Volunteer of the Year Award by Bally’s Lake Tahoe
- Wendy David, Tahoe Magic / Award Winner
- Colin West, Clean Up the Lake / Runner-up
- Frank Gerdeman, ADVANCE / Finalist
Tallac Achievement Award by Lake Tahoe Cruises
This award recognizes exemplary organizational response during and after the Caldor Fire which uplifted the economy and community of the South Shore. Winner is determined through public voting.
- Heavenly Ski / Award Winner
- El Dorado Community Foundation / Runner-up
- Hard Rock Hotel & Casino / Finalist
ABOUT BLUE RIBBON AWARDS
The Blue Ribbon Awards were created in 2007 to honor excellence in business on the South Shore. The awards program recognizes businesses, organizations, and individuals for achievements, community contributions, and milestones. It is one of the largest business awards program on the South Shore bringing together over 300 local business leaders, entrepreneurs, organizations, community members and government officials.
The Lake Tahoe South Shore Chamber of Commerce (Tahoe Chamber) is a 501(c)(6) non-profit corporation formed under the laws of the State of Nevada, registered in Nevada, and qualified to do business in the State of California. Tahoe Chamber is a membership-based organization governed by a board of directors, with day to day operations handled by a professional staff of four, supported by three financial/administrative staff members shared with the Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority. Tahoe Chamber takes a proactive role in promoting local economy sustainability, business advocacy, governmental relations, civic, cultural and educational activities and in the development and implementation of programs and initiatives for our members and the community that accomplish these purposes.
Vision
What we aspire to accomplish
Tahoe Chamber envisions and promotes a prosperous and sustainable economy that supports business as a foundation for positive change, embraces environmental stewardship, and strengthens our community.
Mission Statement
What we do
Tahoe Chamber is a proactive membership organization dedicated to developing, promoting and representing the South Shore business community.
Core Values
Our Core Values support our Vision
- Committed to action and continuous improvement in support of our members.
- Demonstrating passion for our work.
- Understanding the value of partnerships in achieving our Vision and Mission.
Core Competencies
- Advocacy
- Business Development
- Economic Development
- Promoting the Community
Chamber Strategic Goals
- Continuously engage with our members and community to ensure we are providing value.
- Professionally deliver on our commitments to action and partnerships.
- Be recognized throughout the region as a thoughtful, active and influential voice for the needs and contributions of the South Shore business community.
The South Shore of Lake Tahoe reflects a thriving mountain community with a health and wellness lifestyle; an engaging array of jobs and business opportunities; access to world-class recreation, entertainment and the arts; a variety of educational and workforce development programs; a comprehensive multi-modal transportation network; affordable resident housing for those who work in the community; and a strong commitment to renewable energy and environmental stewardship.
Role of the Chamber
Tahoe Chamber’s role in actively supporting the achievement of this Vision is to be a Catalyst, Convener, and Champion for businesses and the broader South Shore community.
The Role of Business
Business is an integral part of the community—acting as the vehicle for jobs, local investment, and opportunities to connect. Business plays a key role in community leadership, volunteerism and encouraging an environmental ethic that aligns our business practices with the natural environment. Business attracts and sustains intellectual and investment capital within our community.
The Role of the Citizen
Neighbors, co-workers and friends play a vital role in shaping our future in partnership with the public and private sectors by becoming well educated and involved.
