At Hometown, our customers inspire us every day with their dedication, passion, and commitment to delivering exceptional experiences for their communities. The annual Hometown Customer Awards celebrate these achievements by recognizing standout leaders and teams who have made extraordinary strides in leveraging the Hometown platform.
We’re thrilled to announce the winners of the Hometown 2024 Customer Awards and share their incredible stories of success…
Trailblazer of the Year: Jeff Chaney, Allen ISD (TX)
The Trailblazer of the Year Award is presented to a customer who has not only embraced the Hometown platform but has transformed the way they operate through bold, forward-thinking strategies. This award recognizes an individual that has demonstrated significant growth, adaptability, and a commitment to leveraging innovative solutions.
This year’s winner: Jeff Chaney, Coordinator of Athletic Facilities at Allen ISD.
Faced with a tight timeline, Jeff led Allen ISD’s transition to the Hometown Virtual Box Office just before the fall season. His forward-thinking approach transformed the entire gameday experience including streamlining entry points, reducing gate congestion, and making operations more efficient for gate workers.
Jeff’s creativity and commitment to innovation have positioned Allen ISD as a model for operational success. Congratulations to Jeff Chaney!
MVP: Tonisha Montgomery, Baltimore City Schools (MD)
The MVP Award is dedicated to recognizing a Hometown customer who has shown exceptional commitment and impact. Awarded to an individual who has demonstrated continual success and dedication, this honor celebrates the person who has fully embraced our platform’s capabilities, driving both their program’s success and Hometown’s mission forward.
This year’s winner: Tonisha Montgomery, Coordinator of Athletics at Baltimore City Schools.
As the primary events stakeholder, Tonisha works to ensure seamless events operations across the district. Her exceptional communication skills and proactive mindset have set her team up to fully maximize the Hometown platform’s impact, enabling smooth and efficient gamedays not just for her staff, but for the surrounding community.
Tonisha’s ability to empower her athletic staff and optimize Hometown’s capabilities has made her an invaluable partner. We are proud to recognize Tonisha for her incredible contributions and leadership.
Rookie of the Year: Dr. Matthew Baltz, Easton Area High School (PA)
The Rookie of the Year Award celebrates a customer who is new to the Hometown community that has demonstrated exceptional skill in quickly adopting the platform. This award honors a customer who joined us within the past year and has shown impressive achievements in implementation, quickly showcasing the impact of Hometown’s solutions. Their early success reflects a commitment to innovation and growth.
This year’s winner: Dr. Matthew Baltz, Director of Athletics at Easton Area High School.
From football season tickets to ticketing for band events, performing arts, and even faculty iPad sales, Dr. Baltz’s team has integrated Hometown across a variety of departments at their district – creating a consistent event experience for their community. Their proactive approach and eagerness to learn have made them a standout partner.
We are proud to honor Dr. Baltz for an outstanding first year with Hometown and excited to see what’s next for Easton Area High School!
Team of the Year: Round Rock ISD (TX)
The Team of the Year Award celebrates a Hometown customer that has demonstrated outstanding collaboration, dedication, and results in their use of the Hometown platform. This recognition is awarded to a district whose unified efforts and shared commitment have driven exceptional outcomes for their school and community. By working together and maximizing the platform’s potential, this team has set a high standard for collective success. We’re thrilled to honor this outstanding team for their achievements and inspiring partnership!
This year’s winner: Jeff Cheatham, Athletic Director and Tim Lowke, Director of Fine Arts at Round Rock ISD.
Both the Athletics and Performing Arts departments have seamlessly integrated Hometown into their operations, streamlining ticketing for events across their district. Their commitment to growth, shared learning, and collaboration has strengthened their impact and made them leaders in event management.
Congratulations to the Round Rock ISD team for setting a new standard of excellence.
A Heartfelt Thank You to All Our Customers
These stories showcase the incredible dedication and innovation of Hometown customers. To Jeff, Tonisha, Dr. Baltz, and the Round Rock ISD team: thank you for inspiring us with your achievements.
Here’s to another year of celebrating customer success and the transformative power of teamwork and innovation!
