Plano Chamber Honors Mayor John & Joa Muns as Citizens of the Year at Best of Plano 2025

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Plano Chamber Honors Mayor John & Joa Muns as Citizens of the Year at Best of Plano 2025

Plano, TX – November 17, 2025 – The Plano Chamber of Commerce celebrated excellence, leadership, and community impact during its Best of Plano 2025 Awards, held Friday, November 14 at the Marriott at Legacy Town Center.

The evening brought together hundreds of business and civic leaders to honor individuals and organizations whose vision and service continue to strengthen Plano’s vibrant community. The event was presented by Medical City Plano and supported by generous sponsors including Atmos Energy, Children’s Health Plano, Communities Foundation of Texas, Boeing, Plano Economic Development Board, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano, First United Bank, City of Plano Arts & Culture, and Plano City Lifestyle.

At the center of the evening was the presentation of the 2025 Citizens of the Year Award to Mayor John and Joa Muns for their extraordinary commitment to public service, leadership, and philanthropy. Together, the Muns have championed a vision for Plano that balances growth and community spirit — advocating for education, public safety, and collaboration across all sectors.

“Mayor John and Joa Muns exemplify what it means to lead with heart,” said Kelle Marsalis, CCE, IOM, President & CEO of the Plano Chamber of Commerce. “Their commitment to service and their love for this community has made a lasting impact on Plano’s growth and character.”

Other honorees recognized during the evening included:

ATHENA Award: Marta Lilly, The Hendrick Scholarship Foundation

Distinguished Leadership Award: Chief Ed Drain, Plano Police Department

Young Professional of the Year: Kendall Rowden, Children’s Health

Small Business Person of the Year: Larry Goldstein, Catering By Larry

Boswell Award: Bob Kehr, Kehr Technologies — presented by The Hendrick Scholarship Foundation

Outstanding Corporate Citizen of the Year: Boeing

Community Partner of the Year: CityHouse

The evening featured live entertainment, a reception with a live painting experience, and presentation of awards recognizing those who make Plano a model for collaboration and civic engagement.

“Best of Plano is more than an awards ceremony — it’s a celebration of the people and organizations who shape our city’s story every day,” Marsalis added. “This year’s honorees represent the very best of what Plano stands for: leadership, innovation, and heart.”

The Plano Chamber extends special thanks to event emcee Buddy Broyles and to all attendees, sponsors, and partners who made the 2025 Best of Plano Awards a success.

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About the Plano Chamber of Commerce: Established in 1946, the Plano Chamber represents over 800 businesses and community organizations in Plano and the surrounding area. Accredited as a 5-Star Chamber by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and awarded 2018 Chamber of the Year, the Plano Chamber of Commerce is committed to maximizing business development and economic growth of the community through advocacy, education, innovation, and collaboration.

(From left to right: Kristen Lollar, Plano Chamber of Commerce 2025 Board President, Carole Greisdorf, 2024 Citizen of the Year, Mayor John and Joa Muns, 2025 Citizens of the Year, Vanessa Walls, Children’s Health, and Kelle Marsalis, President and CEO of the Plano Chamber of Commerce)