The Excelsior Springs Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual Christmas luncheon at the historic Elms Hotel and Spa and announced the winners for this year’s Chamber Award recipients as well as updated members on the chamber’s yearly achievements. Brian Rice, Chamber president, introduced the winners for each award category, including the Chamber Business of the Year, Member of the Year, Young Entrepreneur of the Year and the Volunteer of the Year awards. Each category highlighted those in the community for their skills within their business and expertise while also highlighting their involvement within the Chamber of Commerce. The winners included: • The Chamber Business Award of 2023: Mike and Denise Riley, owners of Shamrock Hills Vineyard and Winery. • Member of the Year: Jason and Courtney Cole, owner-operators of The Excelsior Citizen. • Young Entrepreneur of the Year: Camden Johnson and Zander Wilkins, CJ and Zanders Candle Company owners. • Volunteer of the Year: Julia…