Our winner for large business Best Boss of 2021 and winner for a team lunch at Fifty-Fifty Brewing Co. is Michelle Larson, Clinical Director of Tahoe Forest Therapy Services. Receiving an astonishing 10 heartfelt and detailed nominations from Susie Good, Lynette Talbott, Taylor M., Jillian Davison, Ashly Gillis, Colleen Milligan, Chelsea Crumback, Chantal Davis, Kyla Russell and Jesse Fereira. Here is a few of sincere quotes they had to say, “she has the kindest, most generous giving heart,” “as a boss she is always positive,” “she is always there for you when needed. She is always encouraging. She listens to our frustrations and concerns and helps us problem solve. She is a true leader. “She is the best because she knows each employee on a professional level and always interacts with them on a personal level (we are not just a number).”

Initially inspired by national boss’ day (October 16), the Best Boss of Truckee/North Tahoe contest was created to recognize locals who are inspiring, motivating, and making a positive difference in their employees’ lives, thus making our community a better place.

“Even with this being our 5th year of sponsoring the Best BOSS competition, we are continually amazed at the depth of appreciation shown by each of the well thought-out and carefully crafted nominations that convey the wonderful qualifications of our community’s great bosses.” said Ridgel as she presented the awards. Visit TheOfficeBOSS.com to see a full list of the awesome bosses nominated for Truckee/ North Tahoe’s Best BOSS.