DENVER – April 24, more than 250 community members attended the Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce’s announcement of the six winners of the 2025 Business Awards, presented by BOK Financial. The winners were chosen from six different categories, including: Economic Driver, Large Nonprofit, Small Business, Small Nonprofit, Start-Up and Woman or BIPOC-owned.
This annual event recognizes outstanding businesses and organizations that are making an impact in our community and their respective industries – from accounting to design to food bank services.
“I am proud to call Metro Denver home to many extraordinary businesses,” said President and CEO of the Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce, J. J. Ament. “Our Business Awards showcase the innovation and collaboration of our business community leaders. Today, we recognized 16 incredible organizations. From the application process to site visits and more, it has been a privilege to uplift these businesses and nonprofits over the last few months and celebrate them today.”
Also at the event was the celebration of the Centennial Award recipients, which recognized organizations who have been in Colorado for 100 years. The recipients celebrated at the event were: Arvada Chamber of Commerce, Boulder Day Nursery, Colorado Press Association, Colorado Symphony Association, KOA Colorado and Polidori Sausage.
In addition to each of the award sponsors listed below, BOK Financial was the presenting sponsor for the event and The Gala Team was the emcee sponsor, with The Gala Team’s president and founder, Reggie Rivers, as emcee.
This year’s winners and finalists include:
Economic Driver of the Year, Sponsored by Molson Coors Beverage Company
- Ardent Mills – Winner
Large Nonprofit of the Year, Sponsored by Barefoot PR
- Judi’s House/JAG Institute – Winner
- Project Angel Heart
- Warren Village
Small Business of the Year, Sponsored by Delta Dental of Colorado
- eCreek IT
- Make Philanthropy Work
- The Weather Changers Heating & Air Conditioning – Winner
Small Nonprofit of the Year, Sponsored by Kaiser Permanente
- Breakthrough Alliance of Colorado – Winner
- Covered Colorado
- Think 360 Arts for Learning
- Daddy’s Homemade Syrup
- Highlands Ranch Orthodontics – Winner
- Overwrite
Woman or BIPOC-Owned Business of the Year
- B. Well
- Fireside at Five – Winner
- SOCO Skateland
In addition to the sponsors listed above, the presenting sponsor for the event was BOK Financial, the community sponsor was Southwest Airlines, and the emcee sponsor was the Gala Team.
About the Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce
The Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce (DMCC) is the architect of tomorrow, igniting change and driving progress to build dynamic economies and communities. We champion innovation, forge powerful partnerships, and relentlessly advocate for our members and all Coloradans. With more than 150 years of trust and impact, we help business flourish.
The DMCC’s vision is Economic Empowerment for Every Coloradan and is achieved by advocating for effective public policy, developing civic leaders, and driving a sustainable economy. We promote a vibrant economy by fostering a business-friendly environment, supporting a skilled workforce and facilitating connections. Dedicated to boosting business and employee opportunities, the Chamber drives sustainable growth and prosperity across Colorado.