2025 Excellence in Business Awards: 175th Anniversary "Film Noir Elegance"
Join us for a night celebrating San Francisco!
Excellence in Business Awards on October 29 returns to the historic, beautifully restored Regency Ballroom, in collaboration with Goldenvoice. Cocktail attire requested.
VIP Reception
Time: 5:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Who: Open to Sponsors, Board Members, Finalists
General Admission
Doors Open / Check - In: 6:00 PM | Welcome drinks and lite bites
Award Ceremony: 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Lodge "Red Jewel" Reception: 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Guest transition to the historic Gothic-era Lodge, built in 1909, for a vibrant celebration featuring:
- Musical performance by Nick Rossi and Ensemble from the Top of the Mark and music historian
- Master of ceremony Franco Finn
- McCalls Catering & Events - Bring vision to life. Providing full buffet stations and passed hors d'oeuvres
- Pre-Prohibition Cocktail Stations and Open Bar by Levy Restaurant
- House of Far Niente Tasting - Pursuing excellence since 1885
- Kanosuke Distillery Tasting - Next Generation Japanese Whiskey from Kagoshima's mellow coast
- 175th anniversary dessert by Collette Macaron - Revered San Francisco French macaron bakery
- Event Artist and Engraver Blanca Lewis Calligrapher - Legacy Ledger art in action
- Anniversary short film by talented cinematographer Ruben O'Malley
- Lighting design by Last Wave Production
- Floral design by Ampersand & Co - Flower shop and design studio
- Vintage furniture by One True Vintage & Abbey Rental Co
- Exquisite table linens by BBJ La Tavola
- SnapFiesta Vintage Spotlight Photography
- Photography by talented Drew Altizer
- Film Coverage and photography by Kasey Bruce Media
Contact Priscilla Young - pyoung@sfchamber.com
Event and Program Manager, San Francisco Chamber of Commerce
Event Production Team
Vision and direction by Priscilla Young
Partner and event management by Leftwich Event Specialists
SF Chamber's Board of Director's Executive Committee Events Subcommittee Chair: Stacy Owen
Finalist Reels Team
Script by Duncan Cady
Voiceover by Cammy Blackstone
Event Scriptwriting Team
David Harrison, Priscilla Young, Duncan Cady
The Excellence in Business Awards are San Francisco's celebration and recognition of the Bay Area's visionary entrepreneurs, business leaders, and exemplary corporate citizens.
2025 Finalists
- Community Champion Award sponsored by Alaska Airlines and Bank of America
- Block by Block
- YMCA SF
- Holy Stitch! Factory Fellowship
- Sustainability in Business Award sponsored by Recology
- Small Business of the Year Award
- Non-Profit of the Year Award sponsored by Kaiser Permanente
- Excellence in Business Award
Date and Time
Wednesday Oct 29, 2025
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM PDT
About the Excellence in Business Awards
The Excellence in Business Awards serve as San Francisco's esteemed platform to honor and celebrate visionary entrepreneurs, business trailblazers, and outstanding corporate contributors from the Bay Area.
Location
The Regency Ballroom
1300 Van Ness Avenue
San Francisco, CA 94109
Fees/Admission
$189 - Chamber Member Ticket
$249 - Non-Member Ticket
Tickets are non-refundable, but are transferable.
No tickets will be sold at the door.
Contact Information
Priscilla Young, Events and Program Manager
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