Chamber names 2026 Greene County Recognition Gala honorees
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August 21, 2026
Business Leader Of The Year Kristen Leach, president of Windham Mountain Club; Entrepreneur Of The Year Angela and Steve Worth, owners of Meadowbrook Farm Catskills; Employee Of The Year Shannon Stewart, finance & HR manager of DS Home Services; Community Impact Award honoree Mark Evans, president of Greene County Emergency Medical Systems. Grey Fox Bluegrass Festival has been selected as the Excellence In Arts & Culture honoree. Photos contributed.
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GREENE COUNTY—The Greene County Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the five honorees who will be recognized at the 2026 Greene County Recognition Gala, taking place Wednesday, September 23, at Pegasus Restaurant in Coxsackie.
Each year, the Recognition Gala celebrates the people, businesses and organizations whose leadership, dedication and contributions help make Greene County a stronger place to live, work and do business. This year’s honorees were selected from nominations submitted by the community.
Business Leader Of The Year
Kristen Leach
President, Windham Mountain Club
Leach leads Windham Mountain Club with a collaborative, people-first approach rooted in trust and transparency. Her commitment to employee development and the Windham community help guide thoughtful growth while honoring the mountain’s heritage.
Entrepreneur Of The Year
Angela and Steve Worth
Owners, Meadowbrook Farm Catskills
Through vision and creativity, the Worths have transformed their family farm into a premier wedding and event destination, creating signature events that bring people together, support local businesses and showcase all that Greene County has to offer.
Employee Of The Year
Shannon Stewart
Finance & HR Manager, DS Home Services
As head of billing and human resources, Stewart brings empathy and professionalism to her work, dedicating countless hours to supporting and mentoring her coworkers while ensuring every customer feels respected, valued and cared for.
Community Impact Award
Mark Evans
President, Greene County Emergency Medical Systems
For more than two decades, Evans’ leadership and dedication to public service have helped strengthen emergency medical care and improve the lives of residents across Greene County.
Excellence In Arts & Culture
Grey Fox Bluegrass Festival
For decades, the Grey Fox Bluegrass Festival has preserved and celebrated bluegrass music through world-class performances, educational workshops, jam sessions and mentorship. By welcoming music lovers of all ages, the festival supports local businesses and strengthens Greene County’s reputation as a cultural destination.
“This year’s honorees represent so much of what makes Greene County special,” said Beth Stewart, president and executive director of the Greene County Chamber of Commerce.
“They lead, serve, create opportunities, support others and invest in this community. The Recognition Gala gives us a chance to celebrate not only what they have accomplished, but the impact they have on the people and places around them,” Stewart added.
The Greene County Chamber of Commerce’s 2026 Recognition Gala will bring together business and community leaders from throughout the county on Wednesday, September 23, at Pegasus Restaurant in Coxsackie to celebrate honorees and their contributions.
The Chamber invites the community to join in recognizing this year’s honorees and celebrating the people and organizations helping Greene County thrive.
