CHAIRMAN’S AWARD
Presented by Larry Cole
I have the honor tonight of presenting the Chairman’s Award. The Chairman’s Award is given at the discretion of the Chairman to a member who has given to CALLERLAB in one way or another.
Sometimes it is given for a special project or to someone who has given of their time and talent for a period of time during the past year. This year it goes to a couple, as they have always worked as a couple during his calling career. They have danced for forty two years, he has called for thirty-nine years, they attended the first CALLERLAB Convention in 1974, they have been a five-time president of their state caller’s association, are a past chairman of the state square dance convention, and they hold lifetime membership in the state dancer’s association. Together they have been actively involved in caller training. Several callers that they trained went on to become successful in their own calling careers. At least two of whom became involved in training callers themselves.
This year’s Chairman’s Award goes to Ted & Betty Vaile from Peru, Indiana. Ted and Betty Vaile have always supported and upheld the ideals, ethics, and programs of CALLERLAB since the days of its inception. They have influenced countless callers and dancers over the years. Congratulations, Ted & Betty Vaile.