The York County Regional Chamber is proud to celebrate excellence, leadership, and community impact through its 26th Annual Awards. The event recognizes individuals and organizations whose vision, service, and dedication continue to strengthen York County’s business community and overall quality of life. These distinguished honors spotlight leaders who not only excel professionally, but who also invest deeply in the people, organizations, and future of our region.

The Chamber is proud to recognize the following 2025 award recipients, whose leadership and impact span industries, communities, and generations:

• Robert F. Youngblood Lifetime Business Achievement Award:
  Franke Greene, Susan Fischer, and Jay Fischer, Greene Funeral Home
• Citizenship & Service Award:
  Justin Smith, Vinyet Architecture 
• ATHENA International Leadership Award:
  Natalie Parker, Natalie Parker Enterprises
• Harvey Hawkins – Fort Mill/Tega Cay Area Business Person of the Year:
  Chef Jon Fortes, Flipside Restaurant Group
• Rock Hill Area Business Person of the Year:
  Derick Close, Springs Creative Products Group
• York Area Business of the Year:
  Beth Black White, Arthur Black, Christopher Black, and Paul Black, Black’s Peaches
• Young Professional of the Year:
  Hannah Smith, York County Natural Gas Authority
• Small Business of the Year:
  Chef Rob Masone, Kre8 Events & Kounter
• Manufacturer of the Year:
  Luke Bolding, Munzing
• Hospitality Professional of the Year:
  Malinda Foster, Primo Investments

The Chamber invites the business community to celebrate all these outstanding leaders at the 26th Annual Awards Celebration – A Night with the Stars, on February 26, 2026, at the Rock Hill Sports & Event Center.

More than a celebration, this event is a moment to connect—with peers, partners, and the shared purpose guiding our region forward. Secure your spot here!