In this episode, we interviewed our 2025 Annual Banquet Award Winners. Our 2025 Award Winners are:

• Ambassador of the Year, Kerry Welch
• Public Servant of the Year, Major Drew Hudson
• Small Business of the Year, The Eulalia Group
• Large Business of the Year, Walton County School District
• J.L. McGarity Citizenship Award, Vickie Smith
• Non-Profit of the Year, Humane Society of Walton County
• Woman of the Year, Rebecca Daniel

On this episode, Chamber Vice President Heather Allison talks with Madeline Jackson of George Walton Academy, the 2026 STAR System Winner, and her selected STAR Teacher, Hannah Marier.

The STAR Banquet recognizes seniors with the highest SAT scores and the teachers who made the greatest impact on their academic careers. In this inspiring conversation, Madeline and Hannah share their journey, the power of mentorship, and what this recognition means to them.

In this episode, we hear some insight from some high school students that interned with the Walton County Chamber of Commerce and the Alfa Insurance - Doug Blevin Agency. They talk about what they learned during their internship and what they will take away from it moving forward.

Chamber President Teri sits down with outgoing Chair Susan Sykes and incoming Chair Doug Blevins to reflect on leadership and look ahead to the future of the Chamber.

This episode is sponsored by A.C.T. Services, Inc