NORWICH – Commerce Chenango, the Chenango Foundation Inc. and the Advisory Committee of Leadership Chenango are pleased to announce that Daryl Forsythe is the 2011 recipient of the Harry Tecklenburg Leadership Award. The award will be presented at the Kickoff Dinner for the Leadership Chenango Class of 2012 on Oct. 6 at the Canasawacta Country Club in Norwich.

The Harry Tecklenburg Leadership Award is given to someone who has demonstrated the capacity to inspire others; a vision for the future; high ethical standards; who acts as a role model/mentor for future leaders; shows constructive participation in addressing community needs; has the ability to work with people; commitment to a cause; and acts as an outstanding leadership resource for the community.

According to a nomination received from John Mitchell, “Daryl Forsythe sets the standard of ethics in all of his endeavors. He is totally committed to his family, church, and the organizations he is involved with. He provides a blueprint for how a leader behaves and communicates, and is not judgmental but seeks to understand others and see the good in all. His humble manner and subtle sense of humor make it easy for individuals to seek out his advice.”