The Southwest Michigan First Chamber is proud to recognize the recipients of the 2025 Chamber’s Choice Awards!
This year’s winners were revealed live on stage during our first-ever Chamber Small Business Conference and Celebration event, presented by Varnum LLP. It was an unforgettable moment as we gathered together to honor the individuals and organizations making a significant difference in the greater Kalamazoo region over the past year. From entrepreneurs and small business champions to nonprofit leaders and trailblazers, these awardees embody the passion and dedication that strengthen the small business community.
Special thanks to LMCU, for sponsoring the 2025 Chamber’s Choice Awards, and to all our valued sponsors. Your generous support makes this program possible.
Congratulations to this year’s winners!
Alumnus of the Year
Sarah Mead, Gryphon Place
Presented by WMU Alumni Association
Nonprofit Business of the Year
Senior Care Partners P.A.C.E.
Presented by Visiting Angels of Southwest Michigan
Veteran-Owned Business of the Year
Puppy Playground
Presented by KCCU
BIPOC-Owned Business of the Year
Dabney & Co.
Presented by City of Kalamazoo Planning and Economic Development
LGBTQIA+ Business of the Year
Catherine Nails
Presented by Serotonic Marketing
Woman-Owned Business of the Year
Caring Companions
Presented by YWCA Kalamazoo
Chamber Mid/Large Business of the Year
PNC Bank
Presented by People Forward
Chamber Small Business of the Year
Kzoom
Presented by Azimuth Centers of Excellence
Entrepreneur of the Year
Chad Jacob, College H.U.N.K.S. Moving and Storage
Presented by Can-Do Kalamazoo
Chamber Ambassador of the Year
Rex Simpson, Hobby-Sports.com
