04/17/2026
We are incredibly honored to have been nominated "Business of the Year" and humbled to be one of the top 3 finalists.
From the bottom of our hearts, thank you to everyone who supports us, believes in us, and continues to show up for what we do. This recognition is because of you.
We’re so grateful to be part of such an amazing community and are inspired every day to keep giving our very best. Thank you for being on this journey with us!
✨ Drumroll, please… Introducing Our Top 3 Nominees! ✨
We were absolutely blown away by the number of nominations submitted by our members this year. So many of you took the time to recognize fellow Chamber members who are doing incredible work across our community — thank you!
With so many deserving businesses, organizations, and individuals, narrowing it down to just three nominees in each category was no easy task. 💫
This year’s theme says it perfectly:
✨ illuminate! Celebrating the Spark of Success ✨
And these nominees truly embody that spark.
🌟 Here are your Top 3 Nominees for the 2026 Annual Awards:
🏆 Business of the Year
• Lobster Boat Restaurant - Merrimack
• St. Mary's Bank
• Goldfish Swim School - Bedford
👤 Business Leader of the Year
• Mike Apfelberg, United Way of Greater Nashua
• Mike Cardoza, Cardoza Flooring
• Mike LaChance, YMCA of Greater Nashua
💙 Non-Profit of the Year
• Beaver Brook Association
• Bridges: Domestic & Sexual Violence Support of Greater Nashua & Milford, NH • Home Health & Hospice Care
🌱 Small Business of the Year
• Lajoie Home Team
• Mystic Market
• Revolution Wellness Collective
🙌 Volunteer of the Year
• Todd Leo, Todd H. Leo & Associates
• Kristin Morrissey Jordan, Second Chance Ranch Rescue NH
• Paula Moran, United Way of Greater Nashua
✨ Young Professional of the Year
• Jeff Marquis, Bangor Savings Bank
• Lauren Desmarais, Hampshire Hills Athletic Club
• James Toupin, Toupin Hauling & Junk Removal
👏 Congratulations to all of our nominees — your impact, dedication, and leadership truly help bring this year’s theme to life.
We can’t wait to celebrate with you at our Annual Dinner & Awards Celebration! 🎉