The Greater Coachella Valley Chamber of Commerce recently hosted its Annual Installation and Business Awards Dinner, celebrating local businesses and community leaders. The event highlighted achievements in various categories.
Ernesto Rosales received the Chairman John A. James Lifetime Achievement Award, while the President’s Award was given to Greater Palm Springs Animal Allies. Palm Springs International Airport was recognized with the Public Impact Award, and Peter Bedard was named Ambassador of the Year.
Awards for Small Business of the Year were distributed among different regions: Mr. Clamato in East Valley, Seek Personnel Staffing in Mid Valley, and My Party Rental Guys in West Valley. Large Business of the Year accolades went to La Quinta Chevrolet Cadillac for East Valley, SBEMP Attorneys for Mid Valley, and Desert Oasis Healthcare for West Valley. FoodNow DHS was honored as Non-Profit of the Year.
The event was supported by numerous sponsors including Title Sponsors Desert Wildlife Center and Desert Oasis Healthcare; Presenting Sponsors such as City of Indian Wells and Fantasy Springs Resort Casino; Visionary Media Sponsor NBC Palm Springs/Univision; among others like California Bank & Trust and Southern California Edison.
The Chamber extended gratitude to all attendees, sponsors, and award winners for their contributions to a successful evening celebrating business excellence in the region.