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Café Jude’s Awarded Chamber of Commerce’s Emerging Business of the Year
At the Lebanon Area Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Dinner on March 13th, 2025, downtown Lebanon’s Café Jude’s was honored with the award for 2024 Emerging Business of the Year.
The Emerging Business of the Year Award honors and recognizes a LACC member who promotes and supports the Chamber’s mission of promoting business in the Lebanon Area. This organization should exemplify innovative leadership within their business, as well as partner with other Chamber businesses to promote the Chamber and community. They must have demonstrated their commitment to the Chamber by participation in events, committees, passion for the Chamber, and overall integrity.
During the award’s presentation, LACC Executive Director Ashley Mahan said there were 25 businesses nominated for this award. As she announced the winner, she talked about Café Jude’s.
“This year’s Emerging Business of the Year winner has become a vital part of the downtown Lebanon community. Their dedication to excellence is evident—not only in the beautiful space they’ve created but in their ongoing efforts to bring people together. From sponsoring and participating in community events to providing a welcoming space for gatherings, they continue to strengthen the heart of our town. Beyond serving great coffee, they highlight and support other small businesses, engage with the community, and contribute to the culture and energy of Lebanon. Their impact is felt in so many ways.”
Congratulations to Matt and Rachel Starnes of Café Jude’s for this well-deserved honor.
