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Honoring Carmichael at The 2025 Annual Awards Dinner! Full Recap  and Fun Photos are Here!

A group of people holding awards, standing in front of a backdrop with balloons and a "Chamber of Commerce" sign.
Photo By Susan Skinner
What an incredible evening! Our Carmichael Chamber Annual Awards Dinner was a true celebration of the outstanding businesses, leaders, and community champions that make Carmichael shine. From heartfelt speeches to well-deserved recognitions, the night was a testament to the dedication and passion in our local community. A huge thank you to our sponsors, honorees, attendees, and volunteers who made this event possible. Your support helps us continue our mission of fostering growth and connection in Carmichael.Let’s carry this energy forward into another year of success, collaboration, and community spirit! With Gratitude, 
Rosie Buck, Carmichael Chamber of Commerce President 

 

CONGRATULATIONS to our awardees:

Person of the Year: Susan Pallotta- Davis, Milagro Centre

Businesswoman of the Year: Christina DeCelle, Time Out Tavern and Shenanigans Kitchen & Bar

Businessman of the Year: Scott Mandeville, Tim's Music

Businessman of the Year: Skip Wahl, Skip's Kitchen

Nonprofit of the Year: San Juan Education Foundation 

Trailblazer in Business Award: Katie Pexa, Katie Pexa Insurance Agency

Public Service Award: Supervisor Rich Desmond

Carmichael Legacy Award: Rey Azteca Restaurant Bar

Chamber Champion Award: SMUD

Carmichael Spirit Award: Carmichael Beavers Swim Team

Carmichael Spirit Award: Carmichael Seniors Club

Thank you message to a top sponsor, Carol Dreyer, and several event supporters with a floral design.

 

A group of 12 people posing together at an event with balloons and a backdrop.
Trailblazer in Business Awardee, Katie Pexa with elected officials and friends. 
Four men smiling with awards and certificates, standing in front of a balloon arch and sign reading "Carmichael Chamber of Commerce."
(From left to right) Kosim Latipov of Senator Niello’s Office, Mark Cullum of Assemblyman Hoover’s office, Supervisor Rich Desmond, recipient of Public Service Award, and Matt Ceccato of Ami Bera’s office
Groups of people at a gala event, receiving awards and celebrating.
Wonderful Photo Spread in the Carmichael Times Newspaper by Susan Skinner, full article links below!
People seated at tables attending the "Annual Awards" event in a well-lit banquet hall.
A table with various decorated cakes and desserts on a black tablecloth, adorned with pink flowers.
Three women posing together with a backdrop of pink and red balloons and a sign reading "Carmichael Chamber of Commerce."
Samantha Beck (Carmichael Improvement District), Chamber President Rosie Buck (Buck Family Automotive), and Stacey Yankee (Carmichael Recreation and Park District)
Group of five people holding certificates and an award, with a balloon arch in the background.
Carmichael Seniors Club, Carmichael Spirit Awardees with elected officials. 
Two men in suits holding microphones on stage at Carmichael Annual Awards event.
Anthony Avery and Brad Sanborn all smiles at the popular Dessert Auction

Check out the full photo gallery below and learn more about our awardees! 

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