Our Annual Best of the West Awards Gala honors outstanding leaders, businesses, organizations, educators, military personnel, and first responders in the West Plains.
The Best of the West is our chance to really shine the spotlight on those who consistently go out of their way to go above and beyond to make the West Plains and the West Plains Business Community a better place.
The attire for this event is Business Dress/Cocktail.
November 19th, 2025
Celebrate with us this November at Northern Quest Resort & Casino in the Pend Oreille Pavilion
Doors open at 6pm!
This year, we are going to recognize outstanding members from the following categories.
Business of the Year by city:
Outstanding customer service and dedication to the satisfaction of their customers
Exceptional growth through the creation of additional jobs;
Volunteer presence in the West Plains community
Airway Heights Business of the Year
Cheney Business of the Year
Medical Lake Business of the Year
Spokane Business of the Year
Non-profit of the Year
Military Serviceman and Servicewoman of the Year
Recognizes and celebrates those who serve not only our area but our country and at the same time making the West Plains a better place.
(these award winners will be provided by the Public Affairs office with Fairchild Air Force Base)
Educators of the Year for K-12 for Cheney Public Schools and Medical Lake Public Schools
Celebrates a professional educator from a K-12 environment who opens student minds and expands the realm of the possible for the next generation of local and world leaders.
West Plains First Responder of the Year
Celebrates the dedication and personal commitment of an individual in the West Plains who shares our community values.
Business Leader of the Year
The Business Leader of the Year award honors an exceptional individual who has demonstrated outstanding leadership, innovation, and strategic vision in driving their organization to new heights. This award recognizes their significant contributions to industry growth, community impact, and sustained business success.
Lifetime Achievement Award
Celebrates an individual who has spent a lifetime working for the betterment of the community through support of and participation in Chamber and other civic activities
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