Chamber Recognizes Business & Citizen of the Year

Each year, the Hesston Chamber of Commerce awards both a Citizen and Business of the Year at their annual banquet celebration which was held on February 27, 2026 at the Son Wray Ranch.  Nominations are collected from the public and reviewed by the Chamber Board of Directors who selects the honorees each year.  Congratulations to our recipients!

Business of the Year

The Hesston Chamber of Commerce Business of the Year Award recognizes a business that demonstrates outstanding achievement, exceptional customer service, and a strong commitment to strengthening our community.

This year’s recipient has built a thriving, customer-focused establishment that has earned Harvey County’s “Best of the Best” recognition many times over. Through vision and dedication, she has grown her business including recently expanding her retail space, created jobs for many specialized technicians, and invested in Hesston’s continued growth.

She is also committed to developing the next generation, partnering with Hesston High School to provide work study and internship opportunities for students. Beyond her business, she is active in participating in community events such as The Hesstival, Holly Jolly Hesston, and the Villa Partners Auction, and in 2025, organized an art auction to support a local family in need. Her spirit of service reflects the very best of Hesston.

It is my honor to announce the Hesston Chamber of Commerce Business of the Year:

The N Nails & Spa.

Congratulations to The N Staff and owner, Natasha Mae.

Citizen of the Year

The Hesston Chamber Citizen of the Year Award honors an individual who goes above and beyond in service to our community—someone who demonstrates character, leadership, and a genuine commitment to making Hesston a great place to live, work, and play.

This year’s recipient exemplifies those qualities. As Associate Director of the Hesston Community Foundation, she has helped strengthen our community by fostering philanthropy, educating our youth, and creating opportunities for residents to engage in causes that matter. Her leadership has helped the Foundation thrive—and in turn, helped Hesston thrive.

Beyond her professional role, she has generously volunteered for many other community organizations. She is always willing to give her time, and her reliability and dedication reflect her deep care for this community.

Her service, leadership, and commitment have made a lasting impact on Hesston.

It is my honor to announce the Hesston Chamber of Commerce Citizen of the Year:

Kristie Diller

Please join me in congratulating her on this well-deserved recognition.