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Gwen Hill of Hill's Ace Hardware Honored by Barrow County Chamber of Commerce

The Barrow County Chamber of Commerce announced Gwen Hill as the first recipient for its Inaugural "Woman of the Year" recognition to be presented at the Women in Business Luncheon, to be held Nov. 11 at The Georgia Club.

"The Barrow County Chamber proudly recognizes Gwen Hill of Hill’s Ace Hardware and Lumber Center as the recipient of this award," said Chamber President Tommy Jennings.

Chosen for her continued efforts to make a difference throughout Barrow County, Gwen Hill has worked with The Tree House and Peace Place, and has been one of the driving forces for the Barrow County Cooperative Benevolence Ministries and the Food Pantry and Food distribution each month.

She has served Barrow County in the past as the chairman of numerous organizations, including the Barrow County Chamber of Commerce, the Winder First United Methodist Church, Jackson EMC Foundation, the Winder Noon Lions Club and many others. In 2001, she was recognized as the Barrow County Chamber’s Citizen of the Year.

Not mentioned in the article is the fact that Gwen has worked in the business since 1971 and has been involved in most every facet of the business including IT systems, inside and outside sales, internal accounting, and other back-office functions. Her dedication and hard work have made Hill's Ace Hardware what it is today. Gwen continues to handle the accounting while being involved in a variety of community organizations and church groups (and keeping up with three grandchildren!)

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