Laverne, Oklahoma - The Official Sand Plum Capital of Oklahoma
5th Annual Gold Leaf Gala
The Laverne Area Chamber of Commerce invites community members to attend the 5th Annual Gold Leaf Gala. This distinguished event recognizes outstanding individuals and businesses whose contributions have strengthened and enhanced the Laverne community. Guests will enjoy an evening of celebration, including a social hour, dinner, and the presentation of the annual Chamber awards.
Civic Volunteer of the Year
Winner:
Steve Wisdom
Nominees:
Melva McDaniel
Trent & Delyn Cronk
Public Servant of the Year
Winner:
Ted Bozarth
Nominees:
Linda Miner
Elizabeth Pope
Citizen of the Year
Winner:
Delyn Cronk
Nominees:
Kelley & Bruce Mullins
Todd Cook
Young Leader of the Year
Winner:
Jordan Dominguez
Nominees:
Cy Bentley
Kensli Shaffer
Business of the Year
Winner:
Collective Roots
Nominees:
Cedar Properties, LLC;
Smithfield Foods
Community Impact Award
Winner:
Shape Up Fitness 580
Nominees:
Trent & Delyn Cronk
Maggie’s Mini Mart
Legacy Award
Winner:
Bill Mulbery
Nominees:
Walt & Margaret Lake
Ginger Miller
Innovation Award
Winner: Trevor Rummel
Invest in your business. Strengthen our community.
The Laverne Area Chamber of Commerce is excited to offer a 2026 Sustainability Matching Grant to support local businesses and organizations in improving their spaces, equipment, and visibility. This program provides up to $500 in matching funds to help bring improvement projects to life — from building upgrades and signage to landscaping, lighting, murals, and equipment repair or purchase.