Holbrook’s Youth of the Year were Darnell Nez (left) and Meriah Sullivan (right).
Holbrook’s Youth of the Year were Darnell Nez (left) and Meriah Sullivan (right). Photos by Kathleen Smith

Last week, the Holbrook Chamber of Commerce recognized individuals and organizations that are stellar examples of service in the community at its annual banquet celebrated in 2023.

Recognized were Holbrook’s Woman of the Year Katrina Jaime and Holbrook’s Man of the Year Ray Patterson. Holbrook’s Youth of the Year were Darnell Nez and Meriah Sullivan. Holbrook’s Organization of the Year was the Holbrook Volunteer Fire Department. Selected as Holbrook Business of the Year was the Roxy Theater. The Directors Choice award went to the Kiwanis Club and the President’s Award was presented to Mike Nilsson.

Holbrook’s Organization of the Year was the Holbrook Volunteer Fire Department. Accepting the award were (left to right) Randy Sullivan, Mike Young, Assistant Chief Chris Baker and Chief Alex Baker.
The President’s Award was presented to Mike Nilsson (left) by Chamber President Janet Dean of Arizona Public Service (right).
The Directors Choice award went to the Kiwanis Club, presented by Chamber Director Cindy Tafoya (right). The organization was represented by (left to right) Mary Koury, Wendy Skevington and Judy Jones.
Holbrook’s Woman of the Year was Katrina Jaime (center). Holbrook’s Man of the Year Ray Patterson was not in attendance. Presenting the award were chamber board members Tara Espitia (left) and Nichole Young (right).
The Roxy was selected as Holbrook’s Business of the Year, with the award accepted by owner Haley Young.