Celebrating 50 Years of Leadership, Service, and Community Impact
Honoring Those Who Make a Difference
2024 Honorees

Michael Skelton

Individual Honoree
President & CEO of the Business and Industry Association of New Hampshire

Swim With A Mission

Organization Honoree

EVENT DETAILS

Doubletree by Hilton Manchester Downtown
700 Elm Street
Manchester, NH 03101

  • 5:00 PM – Networking, Cocktails & Food Stations
  • 6:00 PM – Awards Presentation Program
  • 6:45 PM – Networking, Cocktails & Dessert

Register to attend by November 1, 2024

Have questions? Contact Dawna Wolfson at development@nhscouting.org.

REGISTER BY NOV 1st
EVENT SPONSORSHIPS

About the Distinguished Citizen Award

The Distinguished Citizen Award, established by Scouting America, honors individuals for extraordinary leadership and service to their communities. It highlights the importance of character and citizenship, inspiring youth to lead, take responsibility, and prioritize principles beyond self-interest. For over 114 years, Scouting America has shaped young people through character-building programs rooted in the values of the Scout Oath—duty to God, country, others, and self. These timeless values, expressed in the Scout Law, continue to guide youth toward ethical behavior, self-reliance, and care for others.

Proceeds from this event support our mission to deliver enriching and life-changing Scouting programs to all youth across the Granite State, ensuring that every child, regardless of their economic circumstance, neighborhood, or ethnicity, has access to the opportunities Scouting provides.

ABOUT OUR HONOREES

Michael Skelton

Individual Honoree
President & CEO of the Business and Industry Association of New Hampshire

Michael Skelton, a graduate of Saint Anselm College and an Eagle Scout, is the state’s leading business advocate as President and CEO of the Business and Industry Association (BIA). Before joining the BIA, Mr. Skelton was President and CEO of the Greater Manchester Chamber, the state’s largest regional Chamber of Commerce. With over 12 years of experience in the Chamber of Commerce industry, Mr. Skelton brings a wealth of knowledge in public relations, media relations, economic development, and government affairs. He is also actively involved in the community, serving on the Board of Directors of Amoskeag Industries, the Board of Trustees of Manchester’s historic Palace Theatre, and as a Board member of the New Hampshire Housing Finance Authority, appointed by Governor Sununu. Mike resides in Bedford, New Hampshire, with his wife, Emily, and their two children, Colin, and Eleanor.

Swim With A Mission

Organization Honoree

In 2017, Philip and Julie Taub founded Swim With a Mission, a nonprofit organization that empowers veterans and their families. Their mission is to raise awareness and funds for vital veteran service organizations. Through innovative events and initiatives, they strive to make a tangible difference in the lives of those who have served. Since its inception, Swim With a Mission has garnered significant support, raising millions of dollars to support essential veteran programs and services, ensuring our nation’s heroes receive the care and resources they deserve.

EVENT SPONSORSHIPS

Leadership Sponsor – $15,000

Includes 12 tickets to the event, exclusive event naming rights, an option for addressing the audience at the event, corporate logo on the event slideshow, and a logo with link on the event website.

Reception Sponsor – $10,000

Includes 10 tickets to the event, a mention of the company during the program, corporate logo on the event slideshow, and a logo with link on the event website.

Technology Sponsor – $7,500

Includes 8 tickets to the event, corporate logo on the event slideshow, and a logo with link on the event website.

Program Sponsor – $5,000

Includes 2 tickets to the event, signage at the event bar, corporate logo on the event slideshow, and a logo with link on the event website.

Program Sponsor – $5,000

Includes 6 tickets to the event, corporate logo on the event slideshow, and a logo with link on the event website.

Creative Cocktail Sponsor – $5,000

Includes 2 tickets to the event, signage at the event bar, corporate logo on the event slideshow, and a logo with link on the event website.

Dessert Sponsor – $3,500

Includes 4 tickets to the event, signage on the event dessert table, corporate logo on the event slideshow, and a logo with link on the event website.

Centerpiece Sponsor – $2,500

Includes 2 tickets to the event, corporate logo on every event centerpiece and on the event slideshow, and a logo with link on the event website.

Photo Booth Sponsor – $500

Includes 2 tickets to the event, corporate logo option to be added on photo booth photos, corporate logo on the event slideshow, and a logo with link on the event website.

Event registration