Business of the Year Award – Honors an outstanding business that has shown longstanding commitment to the community and their employees and shows exceptional professionalism, integrity and customer service. Business must be a member of the LACC to be considered for this award.

LaFontaine Automotive Group Community Hero Award – Honors an individual who has shown longstanding commitment to the community through volunteer efforts, selfless actions and has a history of service to the betterment of the Lakes Area. Nominee must be a resident of the Lakes Area to be considered.

Lifetime Achievement Award – Awarded to an individual whose exceptional lifetime contributions to community leadership and philanthropic endeavors improve the quality of life and leave an indelible footprint of a civic legacy.  Nominee must be a resident of the Lakes Area to be considered.

First Responder of the Year Award – Presented to an outstanding community first responder who has shown professionalism and extraordinary measures in the line of duty.  Nominee must serve the residents of the Lakes Area to be considered.

Entrepreneur of the Year Award – This award honors significant growth and long-term potential. The entrepreneur should note contributions to the community through charitable or leadership roles. The company should demonstrate innovative employee programs and corporate culture.  Nominee must be a member of a LACC business to be considered.

Excellence in Healthcare Award – This award honors an individual who demonstrates leadership, innovation and excellence in the healthcare field. Nominee must serve the residents of the Lakes Area to be considered.

Genisys Credit Union Outstanding Community Organization Award – Presented to an organization that demonstrates exceptional commitment to the community through direct involvement, financial support and leadership. The group should have official status as a nonprofit organization.  Organization must be a member of the LACC to be considered.

Student of the Year Award – Recognizes a high school senior residing in the Lakes Area that has demonstrated excellence in leadership, citizenship and academic and/or career and technical achievement.

Diversity Pacesetter Award – This award is presented to a company that promotes and facilitates a culture of diversity and inclusion in the areas of work environment, career development, training, networking and mentoring.  Business must be a member of the LACC to be considered.