SEEC Unveils ASPIRE & ENLIGHTEN Awardees at “Toast to the Town – Behind the Build” Inside The Parrott House
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Schoharie, NY — December 8, 2025 — SEEC (Schoharie Economic Enterprise Corporation) welcomed community members, partners, and local leaders Wednesday night for Toast to the Town – Behind the Build, an exclusive hard-hat preview of The Parrott House renovation and a celebration of the people shaping Schoharie County’s future.
The evening captured what SEEC Advisor Erynne Ansel-McCabe described as “glitter in the air… that sort of diamond dust that thrives on hope, joy, and happiness.” Guests gathered inside the historic Parrott House to experience the momentum behind its transformation and the renewed energy it brings to Main Street.
SEEC extended its gratitude to owners Alex and Nick, whose vision and hospitality allowed attendees to step inside the progress and witness firsthand how The Parrott House is becoming—once again—the heartbeat of downtown Schoharie. Alex and Nick not only opened the doors to the renovation but also opened up about their serendipitous journey to Schoharie County, creating a meaningful evening for guests eager to meet the new owners. Their work, supported by an entire community, underscores the shared belief in the building’s future as a regional destination.
Celebrating Excellence: ASPIRE & ENLIGHTEN Awardees
During the event, SEEC proudly recognized two exceptional leaders whose work exemplifies the spirit of growth, innovation, and lifelong learning across Schoharie County.
ASPIRE Award Recipient:
Lois Goblet, Hessian Hill Farm & New York State Canine Expo
SEEC honored Lois Goblet for her bold vision and tenacity in launching the first-ever New York State Canine Expo—a new statewide event poised to drive tourism, collaboration, and economic activity. Lois’s willingness to dream big and execute with purpose raises the bar for rural entrepreneurship.
The ASPIRE Award is meant to recognize an individual or organization that has ascended or transcended in their industry. This individual or group exemplifies best-practice efforts through demonstrated success and is inherently innovative. Always looking to instill hope, the ASPIRE Awardee fosters growth through their commitment to their craft, company and community prosperity.
ENLIGHTEN Award Recipient:
Jennie Mosher, Schoharie Free Library
SEEC honored Jennie Mosher for her quiet yet transformative leadership at the Schoharie Free Library, where she cultivates “intellectual prosperity” and expands access to culture, learning, and ideas. Jennie’s work demonstrates the power of gentle influence to inspire connection and strengthen community.
The ENLIGHTEN Award honors an individual or organization who has filled the educational gaps to support resiliency for Schoharie County. This person or group thinks outside of the box and builds creative bridges from real-world problems to long-term solutions. The ENLIGHTEN Awardee may also be the champion of an informal cause or an intellectual movement.
Introducing ROOT ACCESS: A New Way to Tell Schoharie County’s Story
Attendees were among the first to explore ROOT ACCESS, SEEC’s new digital storytelling platform showcasing the people planting roots and driving growth throughout Schoharie County.
Read the first stories here: https://www.root-access.org/
A Night of Momentum and Community Spirit
Toast to the Town – Behind the Build highlighted the shared belief that Schoharie County’s future is bright and that progress grows faster when cultivated together.
Assemblyman Tague declared, “Schoharie is Back”. Honorary chairs, Tom and Dusty Putnam, shared an impressive slate of County-wide promise of $330 million in public-private investments and expressed their gratitude to all.
SEEC invited the community to Invest in Rural Prosperity by visiting Invest in Schoharie County — SEEC. Photos to come.
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