Thank You for an Incredible Event!
The Greater Good Awards just wrapped up, and we couldn't be more grateful for everyone who joined us! From inspiring moments and celebrations, this year's event was truly special.
While we don’t have details yet for next year, stay tuned! We’ll be sharing updates as soon as they become available. In the meantime, explore past Greater Good Award winners below!
Award categories include: Small Business of the Year, Large Business of the Year, Entrepreneur of the Year, Emerging Leader, CTE Teacher of the Year, Nonprofit of the Year, Citizen of the Year, and Lifetime Community Impact Award.
Past Award Winners
2025 Award Winners
Lauri Bridgeforth, Bridgeforth Photographics | Entrepreneur of the Year
Winchester Metals, Inc. | Small Business of the Year
Trex Company | Large Business of the Year
John Crosen, Winchester Public Schools| CTE Teacher of the Year
Jeremy Shen | Emerging Leader
Sinclair Health Clinic | Nonprofit of the Year
Mark Merrill | Citizen of the Year
Nick Nerangis and in memory of Kathy Nerangis | Lifetime Community Impact Award
2024 Award Winners
Ben Savory - Summit Events | Entrepreneur of the Year
Winchester Brew Works | Small Business of the Year
Carmeuse | Large Business of the Year
Kim Black - Robert E. Aylor Middle School | CTE Teacher of the Year
Nick Sabo | Emerging Leader
Blue Ridge Habitat for Humanity | Nonprofit of the Year
Diana Kincannon | Citizen of the Year
Bob Claytor | Lifetime Community Impact Award
2023 Award Winners
Darrin Jones - Jones Funeral Home | Entrepreneur of the Year
Bonnie Blue Southern Market & Bakery | Small Business of the Year
Tri-State Nissan | Large Business of the Year
Shaine Coleman | CTE Teacher of the Year
Katie Landi Jordan | Emerging Leader
Literacy Volunteers Winchester Area | Nonprofit of the Year
Dr. John Lamanna | Citizen of the Year
James R. Wilkins, Jr. | Lifetime Community Impact Award
2022 Award Winners
Katrina Smith - RE/MAX Synergy | Entrepreneur of the Year
Shaffer's Barbecue and Market | Small Business of the Year
Valley Proteins, Inc. | Large Business of the Year
David Kent | Emerging Leader
Winchester Rescue Mission | Non-Profit of the Year
Sheriff Lenny Millholland | Citizen of the Year
Barry Lee | Lifetime Community Impact
2021 Award Winners
Tom Stamulis True North Group | Entrepreneur of the Year
Kimberly's | Small Business of the Year
YHB | Large Business of the Year
Greg Vossler | Emerging Leader
United Way of the Northern Shenandoah Valley/Valley Assistance Network | Non-Profit of the Year
Dr. Nicolas Restrepo | Citizen of the Year