North 65 Chamber of Commerce Announces 2023 Employee of the Year Award Winner

 
The North 65 Chamber of Commerce announces Angie Kersting, Canteen Manager at Rum River VFW Post 2735 in Isanti, MN, as the 2023 Employee of the Year.

Angie and six additional award nominees were recognized for their outstanding accomplishments at the 39^th Annual Employee Recognition Luncheon, held Wednesday, November 15, 2023, at Common Ground: A United Methodist Community in Cambridge, MN.

Keynote speaker Julie Page of IMPACT Coaching Solutions opened with a presentation on “Communicating to Connect,” providing valuable tips and relatable stories to help the audience grow their communication skills.  Melissa Bettendorf, Executive Director of the North 65 Chamber of Commerce, followed with the presentation of the Employee of the Year Award nominees and the announcement of the award winner.

The 2023 Employee of the Year Award nominees are:
Leanne Reichel – Cambridge Medical Center, Allina Health
Linda Gerlach – City of Cambridge
Nicole Hallman – County News Review
Jessica Harris – First Bank & Trust
Clay Waschenbecker – GracePointe Crossing
Angie Kersting – Rum River VFS Post 2735 (award winner)
Gina Artisensi-Skime – The Bank of Elk River
 
The North 65 Chamber’s Employee of the Year Award recognizes an individual who is nominated for exceptional job performance, leadership, and unique qualities.  Positive attitude, serving beyond expectations, high ethical standards, and commitment to quality are just some examples of the characteristics of individuals deserving of this award.  Nominees must be employed by a North 65 Chamber Member business or organization.  Any person can submit a nomination for someone they believe makes a positive impact through their work.

We would like to recognize and thank our luncheon sponsor, program partners, and volunteers:
The North 65 Chamber of Commerce is a member-led organization, representing a diverse group of businesses and community partners in Cambridge, Isanti, and the surrounding area.  For more information about the North 65 Chamber of Commerce, visit www.north65chamber.com.


2023 Employee of the Year
Angie Kersting, Canteen Manager
Rum River VFW Post 2735



2023 Employee of the Year Award Nominees
Pictured front row L to R: Jessica Harris-Frist Bank & Trust, Nicole Hallman-County News Review, Linda Gerlach-City of Cambridge, Leanne Reichel-Cambridge Medical Center, Allina Health
Pictured back row L to R: Gina Artisensi-Skime – The Bank of Elk River, Angie Kersting-Rum River VFW Post 2735, Clay Waschenbecker-GracePointe Crossing