Cullman Chamber Gala Celebrates Community Achievements

Annual event highlights progress, teamwork, and impact across economic development, education, healthcare, and tourism.

Mar. 31, 2026 at 3:53am

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A highly polished, geometric glass trophy or award sitting on a clean, monochromatic background, using dramatic studio lighting to convey a sense of prestige and significance.The Cullman Chamber of Commerce's annual awards gala celebrates the community's collaborative spirit and shared successes across key sectors.Cullman Today

The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce held its 83rd Annual Meeting & Gala on March 26, 2026, at Stone Bridge Farms, marking a year of success for the community. Chamber President Joey Orr praised Cullman's unique strengths, noting that 'when one of us succeeds, we all succeed.' The event recognized local achievements, including awards for public service, citizenship, and small business.

Why it matters

The Chamber Gala serves as an annual celebration of Cullman's collaborative spirit and the community's collective progress across key sectors. By highlighting individual contributions and shared successes, the event reinforces the town's identity as a tight-knit, mutually supportive place where residents and businesses thrive together.

The details

The gala featured several award presentations. Tim Scott received the Lucille Galin Public Service Award posthumously, with Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs praising his friend's passion and reliability. Jennifer Ray was honored with the Emma Marie Eddleman Citizenship Award for her behind-the-scenes leadership, and Stephanie Nelson was named Ambassador of the Year. Dental Arts was recognized as Small Business of the Year for its 45 years of service and community support.

  • The 83rd Annual Meeting & Gala took place on Thursday, March 26, 2026.
  • The event recognized achievements from the 2025-2026 cycle.

The players

Joey Orr

President of the Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce.

Tim Scott

Recipient of the Lucille Galin Public Service Award, remembered for his history of civic involvement and oversight of Duck River.

Woody Jacobs

Mayor of Cullman, who spoke about Tim Scott's personal impact and contributions to the community.

Jennifer Ray

Recipient of the Emma Marie Eddleman Citizenship Award, recognized for her dedicated leadership and efforts to secure funding and support for local projects.

Stephanie Nelson

Named Ambassador of the Year for her steady support of fellow Chamber members, regular event attendance, and service in community groups.

Dental Arts

Recognized as Small Business of the Year for 45 years of service and ongoing support for local causes in Cullman.

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What they’re saying

“'Cullman is a very, very unique place. When one of us succeeds, we all succeed.'”

— Joey Orr, Chamber President

“'Tim Scott was a friend. My children were in his wedding. He was a good, kind, caring, trustworthy, honorable person and I loved him and his family. He carried that same passion and reliability to his civic involvement and oversight of Duck River. Every person in Cullman County benefits from Tim's work and I am honored to recognize his role in improving our quality of life with the Lucille Galin Award.'”

— Woody Jacobs, Mayor of Cullman

The takeaway

The Cullman Chamber Gala showcases the community's collaborative spirit and shared commitment to progress, reinforcing the town's identity as a place where residents and businesses work together to achieve collective success across economic development, education, healthcare, and tourism.