On Wednesday October 17, 2012 the Chester County Chamber of Business & Industry hosted its 2012 Annual Dinner at Longwood Gardens.  Joel L. Frank, Lamb McErlane managing partner and Chester County Chamber of Business and Industry, Chair-Elect presented the 2012 Citizen of the Year award to State Senator Dominic Pileggi. There were 325 people in attendance at the event.

The Citizen of the Year award is given to an individual who has demonstrated outstanding leadership in promoting Chester County and the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. It is selected by the Executive Board of the Chamber and not necessarily given every year.

The Chester County Chamber of Business & Industry represents a diverse and vibrant business community. With a membership of over 900, the Chamber is uniquely positioned in Southeastern Pennsylvania. They serve as the voice for businesses on local, state and federal level issues.