MUSKEGON, MI -- The 2014 Entrepreneur Award by the Muskegon Lakeshore Chamber of Commerce was presented to Jason Piasecki, partner at Revel, on Wednesday.

The award, which recognizes entrepreneurs who create a positive impact on the community, was bestowed upon Piasecki at the 2014 Entrepreneur Luncheon at Watermark 920.

“Jason is a fabulous recipient,” said Pat Ackerberg, programs and events director for Muskegon Lakeshore Chamber of Commerce. “It is great to recognize him.”

While Ackerberg said there is not a first-place winner for the award, Chad Lawie, owner of LongerDays.com, and Jim VanderWier, owner of Redi-Rental, also were nominated for the award.

More than 200 attendees gathered Wednesday, April 16 at the luncheon, according to Ackerberg.

“It’s an honor to be nominated -- especially considering the nominees are both friends of mine, so I was in good company," Piasecki said.

Piasecki said that being recognized in his hometown made it all the more special.

After moving away from Muskegon for a while, but then coming back, Piasecki said that being recognized as the 2014 entrepreneur of the year is such a “thrill." At the same time, he said he was "surprised" to win the award.

Revel is Muskegon-based marketing agency with services that include branding, print, web and video communications.