Annual Awards Dinner

Every year, we celebrate the businesses that truly stand out in our community. Mark your calendars! On Thursday, November 19th, 2026, we will honor the successes and impact of our local businesses at the Annual Awards Dinner.
The Annual Awards Dinner honors excellence with awards for Large Business of the Year, Small Business of the Year, Nonprofit Organization of the Year, Tourism Business of the Year, Chamber Ambassador of the Year, Young Professional of the Year, and the esteemed Lifetime Achievement Award.

Congratulations to this 2025 Annual Awards Dinner Winners and Finalists!

Large Business of the Year Presented by VSH CPA’S

WINNER – Barron Heating AC Electrical & Plumbing

2025 Finalists:

Small Business of the Year Presented by RAM Construction

WINNER – Stemma Brewing

2025 Finalists:

Nonprofit of the Year Presented by Banner Bank

WINNER: Bellingham Symphony Orchestra

2025 Finalists:

Tourism Business of the Year Presented by Bellingham Whatcom County Tourism

WINNER: Birch Bay Chamber of Commerce

 

Chamber Ambassador of the Year Presented by Peoples Bank

WINNER: Shannon Day

 

Young Professional of the Year Presented by Barron Heating

WINNER: TJ Brar

Lifetime Achievement Award Presented by Inn at Lynden

WINNER: Steve Brinn

2026 Annual Awards Dinner will take place on Thursday, November 19th.

2025 Award Sponsors:

Barron Heating AC Electrical & Plumbing | Sustainable Connections

2025 Reception Sponsors:

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Peoples Bank (WA) | Bellingham WA

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