Fairfield, Conn. – The Fairfield Chamber of Commerce has announced the date of its 79th Annual Chamber Member Recognition and Awards Dinner to be held on Thursday, June 26, 2025, 5:30-8:00PM, at The Black Rock Yacht Club in Bridgeport, CT. Honoree Recognition for the following, in alphabetical order by award:
Business of the Year
- ShopRite Fairfield: Accepted by: Tom Cingari, Jr., Vice President
Restaurant of the Year
- Colony Grill: Accepted by Jim Kelly, Director of Operations and Michael Swezey, General Manager
Economic Impact Award
- Hartford HealthCare: Accepted by: William Jennings – Fairfield Region President
Non-Profit of the Year
- YMCA Fairfield– Accepted by: Diana Liptak, Executive Director
Entrepreneur Extraordinaire Award
- BE Chocolat: Accepted by Benoit Racquet and Sylvie Fortin (in absentia), Owners
“Historically, the Fairfield Chamber of Commerce has been holding this event for many, many years, and this June 26th, will be our 79th year!”, states Beverly A. Balaz, President of the Fairfield Chamber of Commerce. “This annual Chamber tradition, and the purpose of this event, is to recognize and acknowledge those local Chamber businesses and non-profit organizations who have made a positive impact within our community.”
Beverly continues, “Appreciation comes in many forms … and for the annual Chamber’s Recognition and Awards Dinner, we believe that it is just nice to openly say “thank you” and recognize businesses, organizations, and hard-working people for their important contributions to the Town of Fairfield – that’s what this annual Awards Dinner is all about … to Congratulate, Celebrate, and say Thank You!”
“This will be a very special evening”, continues Beverly, “as we will be recognizing five incredible individuals, businesses and organizations, that make Fairfield thrive. Honorees include:
- BE Chocolat
- Colony Grill
- Hartford HealthCare
- ShopRite
- YMCA Fairfield
The Chamber strongly believes, and supports, the importance of our local business and non-profit community – together, they are the very essence of our Town, building a solid foundation that attracts other businesses and families to move here. We have a special and unique Town vibrancy for residents and visitors to shop, dine and enjoy all that Fairfield has to offer, including our growing performing arts & entertainment sector. Last year, Fairfield held more than 80 ribbon cuttings!
Evening Details:
- 5:30pm-6:30pm: Patio Reception.(Open Bar/Beer & Wine)
- 6:30pm-7:00pm: Served Plated Dinner.
- 7:00pn-8:00pm: Opening Town Remarks and Evening Awards Program.
We want to thank all of our sponsors for their kind and generous support: Tickets are available for those who would like to attend the Chamber’s 79th Annual Chamber Member Recognition & Awards Dinner to participate, support and say “Thank You” to the honorees.
For more information and details about the 79th Annual Chamber Member Recognition & Awards Dinner - or to purchase tickets, reserve program congratulations ad space, or to participate as a sponsor, please contact the Chamber office: 203-255-1011 or register online: www.FairfieldCTChamber.com.
Date: Thursday, June 26th, 2025
Location:
Black Rock Yacht Club
80 Grovers Avenue. Bridgeport, CT 06605
Time: 5:30PM-8:00PM
Tickets: $100 (Public is Welcome to Attend)
RSVP: June 18, 2025 (Seats are limited, no walk-in’s).