• Black Tie Awards Gala

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  • Gala Winners
  • Congratulations to the winners of this year’s Black Tie Awards Gala! 
     
    We are thrilled to celebrate these incredible businesses, individuals, and organizations who go above and beyond to make our community a better place. Their dedication, innovation, and generosity strengthen our local economy, support our neighbors, and create a thriving place to live and work.
    Thank you for all you do! 👏 Let’s give them a big round of applause! 🎉
    Citizen of the Year - Krestin Bahr
    Non-Profit of the Year – Greater Gig Harbor Foundation
    Businessperson of the Year – Joe Hillyer
    Emerging New Business of the Year - Crescent Valley Lavender Farm
    Business of the Year - BBQ2U
    Young Professional of the Year – Jenna Phipps
    Ambassador of the Year – Jessica Rueber Edward Jones-Financial Advisor: Jessica Rueber
    Chair’s Choice - Craig Doty
    Thank you to our 2025 presenting sponsor Virginia Mason Franciscan Health!
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  • Sponsorships

    Presenting Sponsor ($5,000) Virginia Mason Franciscan Health - St. Anthony Hospital

    • Recognized as the Presenting Sponsor “2025 Gala Presented By”
    • Eight VIP Tickets to the Awards Gala
    • Eight VIP Drink Tickets
    • Digital recognition as a sponsor for this event
    • Optional Welcoming comments at the Awards Gala

    Gold Sponsor ($3,000) - BBQ2U

    • Eight VIP Tickets to the Awards Dinner*
    • Eight VIP Drink Tickets
    • Digital recognition as a sponsor for this event

    Silver Sponsor ($1500) -  American Family Insurance, Sound Credit Union, Jamie Nelson Real Estate, Snuffins Catering, Harborstone Credit Union

    • Recognized as a table sponsor
    • Dinner for eight at the Awards Gala
    • Digital recognition as a sponsor for this event

    Trophy/Awards Sponsor ($1500)

    • Digital recognition as a sponsor for this event
    • Dinner for four at the Awards Gala
    • Digital recognition as a sponsor for this event
    • Opportunity to assist in the awards ceremony, handing out awards and photo op onstage with each of the winners.

    Dessert Dash Sponsor ($1500) - Simple Bookkeeping Solutions 

    • Recognized at the Gala with Logo prominently displayed at Dessert Dash table
    • Dinner for four at the Awards Gala
    • Digital recognition as a sponsor for this event
    • Opportunity to emcee the Dessert Dash game at Gala

    Photo Booth Sponsor ($1500)

    • Digital recognition as a sponsor for this event
    • Dinner for four at the Awards Gala
    • Digital recognition as a sponsor for this event

    VIP Sponsor ($500) Agape Adult Family Homes, Pilkey-Hopping & Ekberg

    • Two VIP Tickets to the Awards Gala
    • Two VIP Drink Tickets
    • Digital recognition as a sponsor for this event

    Contact Janet Steiner for more information and to become a sponsor: jsteiner@gigharborchamber.com

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