Opened in 1997, the interchange’s contribution to West Chester Twp. and to the region as a whole is inestimable, according to Joe Hinson, the chamber’s president and CEO.
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Hinson said the $24 million project was the first new interchange built on Interstate 75 in southwestern Ohio in more than 25 years, and continues to be one of the most important factors in the rapid growth of the Interstate 75 Corridor.
“Our region has witnessed a relentless rush to the middle over the last two decades, driven by the opening of UCB in November 1997,” Hinson said. “The economic impact has been tremendous.”
The event will share the story of how the Union Centre Boulevard interchange was constructed in only eight months and recap its impact on the region. It also will delve into future plans for not just the interchange, but the surrounding area, as well.
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Along with that discussion, the chamber will present the following awards:
- A. Christian Worrell III NEXT Emerging Leader Award: Kara Czanik, Graydon
- Carlos Todd business Person of the Year: Jeff Beckham, Kingsgate Transportation Services LLC
- Ambassador of the Year: Michelle Moody, West Chester and Liberty Lifestyle Publication
- Jerry Bryan Chamber Member of the Year: Tom Kaper, TEC Services
Special awards will also be presented to Lakota Local Schools and West Chester Twp., according to the chamber.
The guest speaker will be former West Chester Twp. Administrator Dave Gully. Tickets are $70 per person, $135 per couple, $540 for a table of eight or $1,000 for a corporate table.
For more information, or to purchase tickets, call 513-777-3600 or email kmoore@thechamberalliance.com.
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