BACKGROUND
The Tourism Counts award was developed at a time (20 years ago) when the Chamber was on a campaign to educate the locals on the economic value of tourism.
CRITERIA
The Fort Atkinson Area Chamber of Commerce “Tourism Counts” Award is presented to an individual, business or organization that, through their leadership and efforts, have made a difference in the development of tourism in our area. The name of the award reflects the chamber’s desire to impress upon the community that tourism does count in the bigger economic picture, and that it does impact the vitality of our city.
AWARD
The engraved plaque is presented at our Fall Banquet every year. Nominations are solicited from the membership and the Tourism Committee. The past presidents are involved in the selection process.