2022 - Columbia Impact Awards

The Columbia Impact Awards strive to spotlight the dedication of outstanding organizations and individuals that make the Columbia region a vibrant place to visit, live and do business. The Columbia Chamber’s Impact Awards recognizes dedication to excellence in the following categories:
The Cathy Novinger Trailblazer Award honors an individual who has demonstrated extraordinary leadership within their organization and community. This individual should be known as an innovator, a great Chamber Partner, a visionary, and an advocate for the region. 
The Impact Award for Small Business and for Partner of the Year recognizes a Chamber Partner who has shown great growth, significant achievements, or realized economic and cultural growth that benefits the business community.
The Impact Award for Diversity & Inclusion celebrates a Chamber Partner that goes above and beyond to implement and advocate for an inclusive and diverse work environment
Finally, the Golden Nail Award is given to a business or property owner for exemplary contributions to the physical character of the greater Midlands region through cosmetic or commercial means during the previous calendar year

Registration Event Cancellation Policy:
The Columbia Chamber must maintain a cancellation policy for events in order to properly plan for catering, venue expenses, and marketing efforts. The Columbia Chamber works hard to ensure that every partner dollar is spent responsibly. Unless stated otherwise, Chamber reservations must be canceled in writing five business days prior to the event to be eligible for a refund, less a 50% processing fee. No refunds will be issued after the event. No-shows will be charged in full. Substitutions are welcome at any time. All refund requests must be made by the registrant or credit card holder. Refund requests must include the name of the registrant and/or transaction number. Refunds will be issued by check.  
 
Event Cancellation Policy:
The Columba Chamber of Commerce reserves the right to refuse/cancel event registrations. If the Columbia Chamber refuses a registration, registrants will be offered a refund. The Columbia Chamber reserves the right to cancel an event due to low enrollment, inclement weather or other circumstances which would make the event non-viable. If the Columbia Chamber cancels an event, registrants will be notified and offered options to roll-over their event fees to the postponed event or receive a refund.