Belton Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Awards

Belton, Texas
January 26, 2023

    The Belton Area Chamber of Commerce held its Annual Awards Banquet to honor individuals and businesses for their leadership and investment in the community. The theme for the banquet was “Better Together” – celebrating partnerships, honoring servant leaders and organizations, and recognizing the value of investing in our community together.
    Randy Pittenger, Chamber President/CEO said, “We were thrilled to honor some of our most valued servant leaders in our community at our awards banquet. This annual tradition of honoring and thanking those who step up and go the extra mile is important for our community.”
Don Al Ringler received the 2022 Beltonian Award, given annually in recognition of longtime achievement in volunteer service to the Belton community. Ringler is not only a well-respected and successful businessman, but has also served our community in multiple ways, including several terms on the UMHB Board of Trustees, support for school and youth programs and many local non-profit organizations. Ringler and his wife, Linda, are examples of community servants who invest in and give back to the community.
    DeShon Williams received the 2022 Citizen of the Year award, given to the person who made a significant volunteer contribution to the Belton community through Chamber related activities during the previous year. Williams is President of Belton Fire Corps, Belton Emergency Response Team, and a member of the Bell County Office of Emergency Management Reservists – all volunteer positions. She is actively involved with the Chamber, serving as an Ambassador, member of the Military Relations Committee, and member of the current class of Leadership Belton.
    Lorna Brockette received the 2022 Ambassador of the Year award, a peer recognition award for the Ambassador who stands out as an example of exemplary service. Brockette owns and operates Lorna BZ Bookkeeping and has been actively involved throughout the year with Chamber activities.
    Amy’s Attic Self-Storage and R.K. Bass Electric were named the 2022 Businesses of the Year, given to businesses that have made a significant contribution to the community during the previous year. Both businesses consistently demonstrate exceptional customer service and an investment in the community. Their efforts to support local non-profit organizations through specific activities were identified as role models of making a difference in our community.
    Community Partner Awards were given in recognition of those who have had a significant impact on our community through partnership with the Chamber. Those recognized included James Grant with Belton Parks and Recreation, Keith Leija with Key Power Solutions, Nelson Hutchinson with Temple Technology Services, and the Belton Police Department.
    For more information about the Belton Area Chamber of Commerce, go to www.beltonchamber.com or contact the Chamber at info@beltonchamber.com or 254-939-3551. ###