What an unforgettable evening! Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Annual Dinner. Your presence, energy, and commitment to our business community made the night truly special.
We are especially grateful to our Presenting Sponsor, McElhattan Challenge. Their investment in this event demonstrates a deep commitment to the strength and success of our region.
To our award recipients, sponsors, board members, volunteers, and attendees—thank you. Events like this are a reminder that our Chamber is not just an organization, but a network of people who show up, support one another, and believe in the future of our region.
We look forward to building on this momentum together!
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR HONOREES
Citizen of the Year – Warren Thomas
Business of the Year – Woods & River Coffee
Partner in Business of the Year – Venango Museum of Art, Science, and Industry
Volunteer of the Year – Dave Thompson
Honoree Photos:
Photo by Eight One Four Photography 
More photos from the dinner:
Photos by Identity Studio & Design. Find more photos from the event at facebook.com/VenangoChamber
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS
Presenting Sponsor:
Warren Thomas
Lanyard Sponsors:
Franklin Industries
Photo Station Sponsor:
Northern PA Regional College
Dinner Sponsors:
Richar Accounting Group
Northwest Bank
Bridge Builders Community Foundations
Witherup Fabrication
SMS Group
Webco Industries
UPMC Northwest
PennWest Clarion
Reception Sponsors:
R. Lee James
First National Bank
This article was published in the Venango Chamber’s March 2026 VenangoWorks! Newsletter.