Greater Salem ​Chamber Recognizes Outstanding Women​

SALEM, NH — The Greater Salem Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the winners of the 10th Annual Hidden Jewel Awards, according to a press statement. The Hidden Jewel Awards is a program developed through the Greater Salem Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with Salem Co-operative Bank, to honor the area’s most priceless women – truly “precious gems.” These awards are intended to recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of women who have excelled in their chosen field or vocation, defined their role through their initiative and dedication, while establishing a record of leadership and involvement. (For more information on this and other neighborhood stories, subscribe to Salem NH Patch to receive daily newsletters and breaking news alerts.)

The 2017 Hidden Jewel Award winners are:

• Mother of Pearl – Margaret Case
• Diamonds in the Rough – Kathryn Tripp & Madigan Ann Farrell
• Sapphire – Karen Fournier
• Topaz – Cindy Jury
• Emerald – Siri Wilbur Kamien
• Ruby – Phylis Marchulaitis
• Pink Diamond – Cheri maw

The Awards will be presented at a luncheon on Wednesday, Oct. 11, 2017, at the beautiful Merrimack Valley Golf Club & Event Center in Methuen, MA from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. (For more information on this and other neighborhood stories, subscribe to Windham NH Patch to receive daily newsletters and breaking news alerts.)

This year’s guest speaker is Susan Kanoff, Executive Director & Founder of Uncommon Threads.

Out of her passion for empowering women, Susan has combined her unique mix of experience & skills as a social worker, wardrobe stylist and style blogger to launch Uncommon Threads. Susan has dedicated over 23 years to helping low income families move out of poverty through the HUD funded Family Self-Sufficiency Program, & has received numerous awards for her work including The YWCA’s Tribute to Women Award, NAHRO awards for program innovation and a Massachusetts state citation for her dedication to supporting families.

Tickets for the luncheon are only $30 and can be purchased at gschamber.com. Sponsorship opportunities and congratulatory ads in the luncheon’s program book are available by contacting Sue at the Chamber office at 603.893.3177 or email to sue@gschamber.com.

Submitted by Sue Desjardins.

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