North Myrtle Beach, SC April 16, 2008--I am very proud to announce that the North Myrtle Beach Chamber, at its 8th Annual Awards Dinner,  presented the 2007 Distinguished Service Award to our very own Jim Hulen.

The award, which was presented to Senator Dick Elliott in 2006, is given to the Chamber member who most "Models character, best business practices, and integrity in the community."
 
"This award is really a reflection of this community.  You have created an environment where you welcome people and make them want to be an active part of this community,” Hulen said to the crowd after being surprised with the presentation.

“I am reminded of Matthew 25:35: …for I was a stranger and you took me in,”Hulen concluded.

On behalf of Jim Hulen, and all of the staff at NorthMyrtleBeachOnline.com, I want to thank the North Myrtle Beach Chamber and the North Strand Community for inviting us in to your homes and businesses and making us a part of this community.

Our mission is “To connect North Strand businesses with locals, part-time residents, and visitors and to assist in building the brand of North Myrtle Beach.”

We are thrilled to have Jim recognized for his dedicated and continuing contribution to our community.

We would also like to congratulate the other 2007 award winners as well. Terri & Kris Veigel for winning the Small Business of the Year for their Cakes by the Sea business, Cheryll Wilber with Hair Designs by Cheryll for winning Volunteer of the Year, and Leslie McLamb of Millennium Computers for winning the Ambassador of the Year.

Lisa Stanley
President, OiC, Inc.
NorthMyrtleBeachOnline.com