Southeast Michigan Contractors Issue 1 2023 5 50TH ANNI VERSARY GAL A and the students was awarded the chapter’s Distinction Award. Perry Merlo was awarded the highest honor, the ABC SEMI Legacy Award, for his unwavering dedication as a board member for over a decade and his leadership during difficult years built the foundation for the success to come. The night did include one surprise award. ABC Southeastern Michigan Chairwoman Chris Scott, owner of Paul C. Scott & Sons Plumbing, took the stage to recognize the hard work that goes on behind the scenes at ABC. “We owe a great debt of gratitude to the man leading this team,” Scott said. “Keith Ledbetter had a vision of where this association could be when he came to us six years ago, and I am so proud of where we stand and what is provided for our members.” The night concluded with special guest former U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions speaking to guests about the importance of free enterprise and working hard for what you’ve got. “Wow! Fifty years is a huge accomplishment to celebrate,” Graugnard said. “Just looking out at all the people filling this room says so much about the members of this chapter. The support for each other and the chapter, the value you see in your membership, and the impact this association has on your business, is inspiring.” Retired architect Ivan Denda and wife Mary share memories at Gala
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