2025 Annual Membership Meeting & Regional Business Awards Gala Celebrates South Coast Excellence
Last week, the Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort hosted the highly anticipated Annual Membership Meeting & Regional Business Awards Gala. The event was an unforgettable evening of celebration, honoring the outstanding achievements of individuals and businesses that continue to make a significant impact in the local community.
Award Winners:
Large Business of the Year: Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck
Small Business of the Year: Events by Rincon
Milestone Business Award: Montecito Bank & Trust
Non-Profit of the Year: Storyteller Children’s Center
Hospitality Business of the Year: The Ritz-Carlton Bacara
Community Business of the Year: Santa Barbara Airport
Historical Preservation Award: Santa Barbara Historical Museum
Visionary Arts Leadership Award: Celesta M. Billeci
Chamber Champion: Larry Doris
The gala also marked the induction of new board members, while celebrating the invaluable contributions of both outgoing and current board members. During the evening, Anne Pazier, Past Board Chair, acknowledged the incoming board, welcoming Randy Berg as the new Chair, taking the helm of the Chamber for the upcoming term.
This special occasion would not have been possible without the generous support of our presenting and event sponsors, whose partnerships helped bring the event to life. Together, we celebrated the continued vibrancy, innovation, and success of the South Coast business community.
To relive the highlights of the evening, view photos and press.
