The Greater Phoenix Chamber proudly hosted the 39th Annual Excellence in Business Awards, celebrating organizations and leaders who exemplify outstanding business leadership, economic growth, community impact, social responsibility, and workplace excellence.
Congratulations to our 2026 Business of the Year recipients:
Small Business: Stone Solutions + Research Collective
Mid-Sized Business: Western Alliance Bank
Nonprofit: A New Leaf
We were also honored to present the 2026 Sentinel Award to Vice Mayor Kesha Hodge Washington for her commitment to purposeful leadership, collaborative problem-solving, and advocacy that supports a thriving business community.
In addition, the Chamber recognized three exceptional leaders with the 2026 Chamber Champion Awards:
Guy Berry, Chief Operating Officer, Redirect Health
John Moody, Attorney, Peters, Cannata & Moody PLC
Michelle Walker, Vice President of Operations, SSC Underground and Greater Phoenix Chamber Board Chair
Congratulations to all of this year’s nominees, finalists, and honorees. Your leadership, innovation, and dedication continue to strengthen Arizona’s business community and shape a brighter future for our state. #BizExcellence2026
