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2025 Honorees
Chamber's Choice Awards & Gala
Business of the Year
Corenic Construction
This award is presented to the company that has, in the past year, demonstrated the quality and positive results of business excellence. The company should have proven financial success, fiscal responsibility, visible community involvement, and a professional and productive working environment for all employees.
Business Leader of the Year
Brian Kenner, Global Head Community Engagement, Amazon
The Business Leader of the Year Award honors an individual who has demonstrated exceptional qualities that are needed in managing a successful business or organization including exemplifying excellent leadership qualities, a proven record of business accomplishments, and demonstrates community engagement as a priority.
Economic Impact Award
JPMorganChase
The Economic Impact Award honors a company that has a significant impact on the economic vitality of the District of Columbia by demonstrating job creation, revitalization of a blighted area of the city, Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) building or development, employment of District residents, significant tax revenue for the city or diversification of the District's economic base.
Community Impact Award
Cedar Hill Regional Medical Center GW Health
The Community Impact Award honors a non-profit organization that has demonstrated a strong record of community involvement by providing and being involved with programs and services that are relevant to the business community.
Game Changer Award
Mayor Muriel Bowser
DC Council Chairman Phil Mendelson
Josh Harris, Managing Partner, Washington Commanders
The Game Changer Award will be presented to Mayor Muriel Bowser, Chairman Phil Mendelson, and Josh Harris, Managing Partner of the Washington Commanders, for their leadership and vision in bringing the Washington Commanders back to the District of Columbia through the redevelopment of the RFK Stadium site.
This deal is an achievement that promises to deliver transformative economic impact, community pride, and renewed energy for our city. By working together across government and business, these individuals have redefined what it means to be a Game Changer—showing the impact that collaboration can have in building a visionary future for the District and region.
2025 Honorees
Chamber's Choice Awards & Gala
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