2025 Celebrate Crosslake Awards Ceremony

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Great communities don’t happen by chance. They’re built by dedicated individuals and businesses who invest their time, energy, and heart into making a difference. Join us for the first annual Celebrate Crosslake Awards Ceremony, an evening dedicated to honoring those who go the extra mile to serve and uplift our community. We will be celebrating this year's recipients at the Celebrate Crosslake Awards Ceremony on November 6, 2025 at Whitefish Lodge & Suites. 

Register to Attend

Join us for an unforgettable evening of camaraderie, celebration, and community pride as we honor the outstanding individuals, businesses, and organizations who make Crosslake such a special place. The 2025 Celebrate Crosslake Awards will shine a spotlight on those who go above and beyond to enrich our community, and we’d love for you to be part of it!

Seating is limited, so be sure to RSVP today to reserve your spot! Don’t miss this chance to celebrate what makes Crosslake exceptional.

($650) Buy a whole table and sit with your colleagues and friends: ONLY 2 TABLES LEFT

• Reserved Table and Dinner for 8 Guests:
• Event Recognition: Business logo and name included with social hour slideshow and displayed at event.
• Social Media Recognition: Business highlighted and thanked in social media posts.

($60) Individual tickets still available - Individual seat at a table for 8 with dinner

Meal choices are: 

• Manhattan’s Braised Beef Tips in Mushroom Red Wine Sauce, Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Vegetable Medley
• Chicken Marsala, Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Vegetable Medley
• Vegetable Pasta

All meals served with Salad, Dinner Rolls, and Dessert

Dress in business to cocktail attire:
Guests are welcome to choose attire that feels comfortable yet celebratory. Men may wear polo shirts with slacks, dress shirts with jackets. Women may wear dresses, skirts, blouses, slacks or dressy jumpsuits.

Registration Deadline: Wednesday, October 15, 2025

Thank You for Your Nominations

The Crosslake community is truly unique and vibrant, and thanks to your nominations, we’ll be able to highlight the individuals and businesses who help make it that way. Whether you submitted one or several, your nominations are helping us shine a spotlight on those who make a difference in our community. Winners to be announced prior to the November event.

This award honors a nonprofit organization that goes above and beyond in service to the Crosslake community. Whether through outreach, advocacy, programming, or volunteerism, this organization has made a meaningful and selfless impact. Their efforts have enriched lives, addressed community needs, and contributed to making Crosslake a better place for all. This award celebrates their dedication, compassion, and commitment to positive change.

Congratulations, Bridges of Hope, on receiving the Nonprofit of The Year Award!

Presenting Sponsor - Essentia Health St. Joseph's Crosslake Clinic

 
We want to honor and recognize a community member whose contributions help make living in our community a better place. This individual goes above and beyond in community pride and service.

Congratulations, Dodo Fraser, on receiving the Citizen of The Year Award!

Presenting Sponsor - James A. Anderson Legacy Gardens

Employees are the heart of every business. This award will recognize an employee who exemplifies service and professionalism. The nominee is someone who is knowledgeable, a role model for other employees, and is a champion of the community. Nominees must work at a Crosslake  Chamber member business.

Congratulations, Crystal Koski, on receiving the Employee of The Year Award!

Presenting Sponsor - Boyd Lodge

Strong communities are built on the foundation of strong, forward-thinking businesses. This award honors a business that has contributed to Crosslake’s growth through job creation, facility expansion, and a commitment to supporting the local economy. The recipient leads by example, prioritizing local purchasing when possible, fostering a positive workplace culture, and actively participating in community events and initiatives. 

Congratulations, Key Wellness & Aesthetics, on receiving the Business of The Year Award!

Presenting Sponsor - Tremolo Communications

Presenting Sponsor Tables:

Boyd Lodge 

Essentia Health St. Joseph's-Crosslake Clinic 

James A. Anderson Legacy Gardens

Tremolo Communications

Award Winner Tables:

Bridges of Hope/Common Goods 

Dodo Fraser Family

Key Wellness & Aesthetics

Manhattan's

Sponsor Tables:

Brainerd Lakes Area Community Foundation

Bridges of Hope 

Central Package & Display

Crow Wing Power

Frandsen Bank & Trust

Holiday Station Store/Crosslake

Lakes Area Title Services

Legacy Gardens

Millner Estate Planning, LLC

Nor-Son Construction

Pine View Child Care and Learning Center 

The Lake Foundation

Individuals: 

Robin Sylvester, Crosslake City Council

John Sylvester

Eric Knutson, CRMC

Teddie Nelson, Curious Belongings

Austin Nelson, Curious Belongings

Collin Nelson, Curious Belongings

Tony Fraser and Mary Fraser

Russ Hale, First Western Bank & Trust    

Lydia Kraeimer, First Western Bank & Trust    

Craig Henningson, First Western Bank & Trust - Crosslake     

Julie Gowen, JAG Interior Solutions    

Tim Gowen, JAG Interior Solutions    

Patty Norgaard, JEN Design Architectural Servies    

James Roepke, National Bank of Commerce    

Samantha Roepke, National Bank of Commerce    

Lucas Scharenbroich, Pro-West & Associates    

Shawna Knutson - Financial Advisor - First National Bank 

Lori Scharenbroich, Spaces  

Sue Galligan, Brainerd Lakes Chamber

Brittany Davis, Crosslake Chamber

Cindy Myogeto, Crosslake Chamber

Jeff Pfaff, Crosslake Chamber Volunteer

Linda Pfaff, Whitefish at the Lakes Senior Living

Mary Bertie, Crosslake Chamber Volunteer

Denny & Vonnie Taylor, Crosslake Chamber Volunteer