Best of the Wild West
presented by the Kalispel Tribe of Indians
Our
Annual Best of the West Awards Gala honors outstanding leaders, businesses, organizations, educators, military personnel, and first responders in the West Plains. And this year, it's the Wild West!
The Best of the West is our chance to really shine the spotlight on those who consistently go out of their way to go above and beyond to make the West Plains and the West Plains Business Community a better place.
The attire for this event is western.
November 19th, 2025
Celebrate with us this November at Northern Quest Resort & Casino in the Pend Oreille Pavilion
Doors open at 6pm!
Featuring a keynote speech from Barry Baker, Chairman of Baker Construction!
This year, we are going to recognize outstanding members from the following categories.
Business of the Year by city:
- Outstanding customer service and dedication to the satisfaction of their customers
- Exceptional growth through the creation of additional jobs;
- Volunteer presence in the West Plains community
Airway Heights Business of the Year
Cheney Business of the Year
Medical Lake Business of the Year
Spokane Business of the Year
Non-profit of the Year
Military Serviceman and Servicewoman of the Year
Recognizes and celebrates those who serve not only our area but our country and at the same time making the West Plains a better place.
(these award winners will be provided by the Public Affairs office with Fairchild Air Force Base)
Educators of the Year for K-12 for Cheney Public Schools and Medical Lake Public Schools
Celebrates a professional educator from a K-12 environment who opens student minds and expands the realm of the possible for the next generation of local and world leaders.
West Plains First Responder of the Year
Celebrates the dedication and personal commitment of an individual in the West Plains who shares our community values.
Business Leader of the Year
The Business Leader of the Year award honors an exceptional individual who has demonstrated outstanding leadership, innovation, and strategic vision in driving their organization to new heights. This award recognizes their significant contributions to industry growth, community impact, and sustained business success.
Lifetime Achievement Award
Celebrates an individual who has spent a lifetime working for the betterment of the community through support of and participation in Chamber and other civic activities
Nominations will be accepted through October 10th.
Voting will be October 17th through 22nd.
Title Sponsor
Award Sponsor
Speaker Sponsor
Dinner Sponsor
Program Sponsor
Photo Sponsor
Silent Auction Sponsor $2,000
Receive one table of eight with company logo on table tent, logo recognition on all event marketing, opportunity to address the audience, and your company logo watermarked on all professional photos from the event.
Reception Sponsor $2,000
Receive a table of eight with your logo on the table tent to the Best of the West Awards event, verbal recognition as the reception sponsor, and logo recognition on the event landing/registration page and all e-communications for the event.
Table Sponsors $850
Includes a table of eight with your logo and verbal recognition during the event
Showcase Sponsors $250
Setup promotional materials at an 8-foot table and interact with members and guests during cocktail hour before the awards ceremony begins. Includes admission for one. Additional tickets can be purchased.
