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As part of the Greater Easley Chamber of Commerce 77th Annual Meeting and Awards Dinner on March 13, the chamber honored Gabe Maddalena nawith the Easley Branch of First Citizens Bank as the 2025 Ambassador of the Year. The Chamber’s Ambassador Committee consists of energetic chamber members who serve as the volunteer public relations department of its organization. Together, they are an invaluable asset in membership retention efforts and goodwill for the chamber. The Ambassador of the Year Award recognizes an individual who has served the committee with active involvement, support, and leadership. Throughout the year, the Ambassadors attend meetings, chamber events, and ribbon cuttings. They become liaisons between the chamber and our members and are always willing to provide support to our newest members. Gabe Maddalena has gone above and beyond in being present at chamber events and is always willing to help where they can. Gabe was one of the first to reach out to join the Ambassador’s Committee when it was re-established in June of 2024, a couple of years after COVID-19 disbanded the group. His constant support has been something they have always done. Before moving to Easley, South Carolina 18 months ago, they supported their local chamber back home in Buffalo, New York. They were part of their local rotary chapter and served on a board to support their local high school students as they navigated their career aspirations. He carries 27 years of banking experience and is the Financial Sales Manager V. P. of First Citizens Bank – Easley Branch where he oversees residential and commercial lending. Please join the Easley Chamber of Commerce in congratulating Gabe Maddalena as our 2025 Ambassador of the Year.