DeKALB – The DeKalb Chamber of Commerce and City of DeKalb presented the 2012 Business of the Year Award to The Lincoln Inn at the Chamber Annual Meeting Jan. 31.

Also at the meeting, Jackie DiNatale was named the 2012 Ambassador of the Year and Carme Gregory was recognized for 40 years of service as a chamber ambassador.

The Business of the Year Award is given to a DeKalb Chamber member business that demonstrates excellence, ethics and integrity in its business dealings; has a proven track record of sales growth and job creation; is respected by both customers and employees; and actively participates in community programs and/or projects to improve the lives of others. Other businesses nominated for the award were Balcom-Vetillo Design, Bockman’s Auto Care and Fatty’s Pub and Grille.