At The Chamber of Catawba County, strong partnerships don’t happen by accident — they are built through intentional outreach, consistent engagement, and leaders who are willing to show up.
Our 2025 Chamber Ambassadors embody that commitment.
Sponsored by Carolina West Wireless and Chick-fil-A, the Ambassador program serves as a volunteer extension of our Chamber team. Throughout 2025, Ambassadors made more than 500 direct outreach touches to Chamber partners and supported ribbon cuttings, signature events, and engagement efforts across the year. Their work strengthens relationships, improves partner retention, and ensures every business feels connected to a broader community.
Ambassadors are often the first to welcome a new partner, celebrate a milestone, or help a business plug into the right opportunity. They represent the spirit of engagement that drives our organization forward.
2025 Ambassador Team of the Year: Team Purple
During our 54th Annual Meeting & Reception, we proudly recognized the 2025 Ambassador Team of the Year. With an impressive 13,950 team points, Team Purple demonstrated exceptional commitment, outreach, and service throughout the year.
Congratulations to:
- Meredith Willis, Team Lead – United Way of Catawba Valley
- Sheryl King – Vanguard Furniture
- Dr. Matt Kirkland – New Directions Chiropractic
- Dawn Mull – Jenkins Funeral Home / Caring Cremations
- Laura Sigmon – The H.O.P.E. Center at The Hickory Soup Kitchen
- Sandy Williams – Goodwill Industries of NWNC Career Connections Center
Their leadership, consistency, and willingness to invest time in building meaningful connections set the standard for what this program represents.
The Ambassador program reflects something larger than event attendance or point totals. It reflects a business community that values relationships, service, and shared success.
To every 2025 Ambassador — thank you. Your outreach strengthens our organization, supports our partners, and reinforces the collaborative culture that defines Catawba County.
We are grateful for your leadership and proud to celebrate your impact.