Date Set For 2023 Fairfield Chamber Of Commerce Awards Dinner

The following release is from the Fairfield Chamber of Commerce:

FAIRFIELD, CT — The Fairfield Chamber of Commerce has announced the date of its 77th Annual Awards & Recognition Dinner to be held on Wednesday, June 28, 2023, 5:30-8:00PM at the Brooklawn Country Club in Fairfield, Connecticut. Honoree Recognition for the following:

• Fairfield University – accepted by President Mark R. Nemec, PhD
• Sacred Heart University – accepted by Provost Robin L. Cautin, PhD, on behalf of President John J. Petillo, PhD.

Company of the Year: Pet Pantry – accepted by Adam Jacobson, Executive VP.

Non-Profit of the Year: Team Woofgang & Co. – accepted by Kelly Maffei, Co-Founder & Amiee Turner, Executive Director.

Volunteer of the Year – accepted by Nicole Kelman, Founder, New England Education Consultants.

Outstanding Achievement: FELO (Fairfield Emerging Leaders Organization), accepted by
Joanmarie Zoeller, Chair 2022-2023

“Historically, the Fairfield Chamber of Commerce has been holding this event for many, many
years, and this June 28th, will be our 77th year!”, states Beverly A. Balaz, President of the
Fairfield Chamber of Commerce. “This annual Chamber tradition, and the purpose of this event,
is to recognize and acknowledge those local Chamber businesses and organizations who have
made a positive impact within our community – one way or another.”

Beverly continues: “Appreciation comes in many forms … and for the annual Chamber’s Award
Dinner, we believe that it is just nice to openly say “thank you” and recognize businesses,
organizations, and hard-working people for their important contributions – that’s what this
annual Awards Dinner is all about … to Congratulate, Celebrate, and say Thank You!”

“This will be a very special evening”, continues Beverly, “as we will be recognizing our two
wonderful Universities, Fairfield University and Sacred Heart University, for their significant
economic impact not only in the Town of Fairfield, but throughout the state. And of mention, are
their two new sports arenas, drawing people from near and far.:

• Fairfield University: Leo D. Mahoney Arena
• Sacred Heart University: Martire Family Arena

The Chamber strongly believes, and supports, the importance of our local business and non-
profit community – together, they are the very essence of our Town, building a solid foundation
that attracts other businesses and families to move here … and at the same time, creates a special
and unique Town vibrancy for visitors to shop, dine and enjoy all that Fairfield has to offer,
including our growing performing arts &a entertainment sector. Last year, Fairfield held over 70 ribbon cuttings!

“Opening remarks by Fairfield’s First Selectwoman Brenda Kupchick, this Annual Awards &
Recognition Dinner always proves to be a wonderful and magical evening where the closest of friends, family, and colleagues all happily come together to acknowledge and recognize each
honoree for their outstanding community contributions.” added Ms. Balaz.

• 5:30pm-6:30pm: Patio Reception with passed hors d’oeuvres and open bar.
• 6:30pm-7:00pm: Served Plated Dinner.
• 7:00pn-8:00pm: Opening Remarks by First Selectwoman Brenda Kupchick.

Evening Recognition Program.

We want to thank all of our sponsors for their kind and generous support: Fairfield University; Sacred Heart University: Collins Medical Equipment; Russo & Rizzio; Vintage Gardens. State and local officials will be in attendance and is open to the public. Tickets are available for those who would like to attend the Chamber’s 77th Annual Awards & Recognition Dinner to participate, support and say “Thank You” to the honorees.

For more information and details about the 77th Annual Awards & Recognition Dinner, or to
purchase tickets, reserve program congratulations ad space, or to participate as a sponsor, please
contact the Chamber office: 203-255-1011 or register online: www.FairfieldCTChamber.com.

Date: Wednesday, June 28, 2023
Location:
Brooklawn Country Club
500 Algonquin Road, Fairfield, CT 06824
Time: 5:30PM-8:00PM
Tickets: $100 (Public Is Welcome)
RSVP: June 20, 2023 (Seats are limited, no walk-in’s).

— Image via Fairfield Chamber of Commerce