MICHAEL MAGNUSSON
PENTICTON – The Penticton & Wine Country Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce the finalists for the 37th Annual Business Excellence Awards, celebrating the outstanding achievements of local businesses and individuals who contribute to the vibrant economy of our community.
The awards ceremony will take place on Saturday, October 19th at the Penticton Lakeside Resort’s East Ballroom.
The Business Excellence Awards highlight excellence across various categories, recognizing innovation, leadership, and dedication. This year, the Chamber received over 120 nominations, showcasing the exceptional talent and entrepreneurial spirit that Penticton and the South Okanagan have become known for.
Marketing & Communications sponsored by Downtown Penticton Business Improvement Association
- Concepta Socials
- oGo Float
- SS Sicamous Marine Heritage Society
Hospitality Excellence sponsored by Travel Penticton
- Detonate Brewing Company
- Neighbourhood Brewing
- Noble Ridge Vineyard and Winery
Not-For-Profit Excellence sponsored by Omland Heal LLP:
- Discovery House
- Dragonfly Pond Society
- South Okanagan Women in Needs Society
Community Builder Excellence sponsored by Penticton Western News
- Barley Mill Brew Pub
- Graphically Hip
- Omland Heal LLP
Service Excellence sponsored by Grant Thornton LLP
- Belich’s AG Food’s
- Super Spotless Building Maintenance Inc.
- The Wienery
Workplace Culture Excellence sponsored by South Okanagan Immigrant & Community Services
- Penticton Dental Arts
- Tickleberry’s
- The Concorde Retirement Residence – Verve Senior Living
New Business of the Year sponsored by Valley First, a division of First West Credit Union
- Amuzing Fun Rentals
- Freebird Hair Co.
- Stillfood Bistro Penticton
Young Professional of the Year sponsored by JCI Penticton & Brown Benefits
- Amanda Locke, Wordplay Therapy
- Katie O’Kell, Serendipity Winery
- Lindsey Richardson, Jaimie Kidston Law Office
Business Leader of the Year sponsored by TD Canada Trust
- Cassandra Ford, Grizzly Springs Water
- Colin Powell, IGA Penticton
- Kevin Smith, Kettle Valley Memorial
Business of the Year sponsored by Community Futures Okanagan Similkameen
- Kettle Valley Memorial
- Okanagan Hockey Group
- Valley First, a division of First West Credit Union
@Bannister Ford
The finalists were revealed during a special nominee reception held at Bannister Ford attended by over 100 guests.
This year’s awards ceremony is titled “A Luminous Night of Celebration – Shining a Light on Business and Community Leaders” and will feature a black and white theme. Everyone is invited to join us for this amazing evening with early-bird pricing available until September 22nd. Register for tickets by visiting https://www.penticton.org/business-excellence-awards
This event would not be possible without the generous support of our sponsors and partners who share our commitment to celebrating excellence in business, including our title sponsor Total Restoration Services. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all of them for their continued support.
Michael Magnusson is the Executive Director of the Penticton & Wine Country Chamber of Commerce