Almost 700 guests celebrated the 236th year of the Charleston Chamber of Commerce at the Annual Meeting held Friday night at the Convention Center.

In addition to great food, camaraderie and laughter, recognition and awards were presented to several key individuals and organizations for their committment and contributions.

The management and employees of Maverick Southern Kitchens proudly congratulate our own “Mr. E.” on his Volunteer of the Year award, earned for his successful leadership of the chamber’s 2009 Total Resource Campaign.

Those who are familiar with Dick Elliott (president) know that in addition to hospitality and great cuisine, he is deeply committed to economic development of the communities in which we serve.

Read more about the Annual Meeting and join us in congratulating this year’s award recipients:

Joseph P. Riley Leadership Award
Mt. Pleasant Mayor Harry Hallman

Chamber Staff of the Year Award
Janet Newham

1773 Chamber Award of the Year
Roper St. Francis Healthcare

Volunteer of the Year Award
Dick Elliott