Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce at South Mountain/Laveen Announces 6th Annual Spirit of South Mountain Recipients

(PHOENIX) – The Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce at South Mountain/Laveen handed out its 6th annual Spirit of South Mountain Awards Thursday night at The Secret Garden Event Center in South Mountain Village. Attendees from the South Mountain/Laveen area were there to help celebrate the drive, passion and commitment of the Valley’s business community. The Spirit of South Mountain Awards recognizes local leaders and organizations whose community efforts have contributed to the growth, prosperity and positive economic development throughout the South Mountain and Laveen villages. Presenters for the annual event were: Jennifer Gallagher, Salt River Project, Blaine Searle, Gust Rosenfeld PLC and Steve Glueck, the Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce at South Mountain/Laveen. South Mountain Precinct Commander Christopher Crockett presented Officer Michael Paulson with the South Mountain Precinct 2010 Officer of the Year. The 2011 Spirit of South Mountain Awards recipients follow: • Education/School Administrator: Roosevelt School District, Superintendent/Governing Board Team • Individual Volunteer: Karen Mischlispy • Local Business: In & Out Chiropractic • Local Government Agency: Senator Leah Landrum Taylor • Non-Profit Agency: Nina Mason Pulliam Rio Salado Audubon Center For more information on the Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce at South Mountain/Laveen, visit www.phoenixchamber.com/southmountainlaveen. About the Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce Representing 2,900 businesses across Metropolitan Phoenix, the Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce is Arizona’s oldest and largest Chamber. The Chamber supports the growth and development of business by offering networking and marketing opportunities, money-saving programs and a voice in government, keeping its members informed, connected and prosperous. The Chamber enhances members’ success by promoting economic development, entrepreneurship and a connection to the community with local chapters in Anthem, Deer Valley and South Mountain/Laveen. ###