Congratulations to the 2020 IMPACT Award Recipients!

Since 1987, the Greater Phoenix Chamber has honored the accomplishments of businesses and the impact they make on the Greater Phoenix business community. The Chamber looks for companies with a strong footprint in the Valley that deserve special recognition.

The Chamber recognized two businesses—one with 250 employees or fewer and one with more than 250 employees—in four categories. In total, eight companies are named IMPACT Award recipients.

Kitchell and Galvanize have been named the large and small/medium Businesses of the Year by the Greater Phoenix Chamber during the 33rd Annual IMPACT Awards held virtually on Thursday, December 3^rd.

Large Business of the Year: Kitchell

“It’s incredibly exciting for me to accept the Greater Phoenix Chamber’s Business of the Year award on behalf of our employee owners at Kitchell, said President and CEO of Kitchell, Jim Swanson. “I couldn’t be more excited to have this acknowledgment of the impact we make in our state, and that we will continue to make into the future.”

Small/Medium Business of the Year: Galvanize

“It’s overwhelming to say the least, to be given such an incredible honor,” said Miranda Torres, Campus Operations Manager with Galvanize. “It’s both intimidating, because it is a heavy weight to have on your shoulders, and a great honor, and something that I am going to bring back to my team that will bring them a lot of joy.”

The two companies were selected out of eight local companies which are recipients of the Chamber’s IMPACT Awards, honoring the accomplishments of small and large Valley businesses and the positive influences they have on the business community and economy.

Kitchell

Galvanize

“This year’s IMPACT Award recipients illustrate the strength and determination of the business community, despite the unprecedented times we have seen in 2020. They embody innovation, business acumen, and community giving,” said Greater Phoenix Chamber President and CEO Todd Sanders. “These organizations make an impact in our community every day and will continue to be stalwart leaders as our city moves forward as a national and global leader.”

The Chamber recognized eight businesses in four categories.

250 Employees or Fewer
Arizona Advocate – Galvanize
Community Champion – Musical Instrument Museum
Economic Driver – RED Development
Exceptional Innovator – Paradox

More than 250 Employees
Arizona Advocate – Kitchell
Community Champion – A New Leaf, Inc.
Economic Driver – Republic Services
Exceptional Innovator – Terros Health

Arizona Advocate

Large Business

Small Business

Community Champion

Large Business

Small Business

Economic Driver

Large Business

Small Business

Exceptional Innovator

Large Business

Small Business

IMPACTful Nonprofit Award

In addition to honoring exceptional Valley businesses, the Chamber added the IMPACTful Nonprofit Award in 2016 to recognize the outstanding work of Valley nonprofits. This year’s IMPACTful Nonprofit Award recipient is Health Current. The IMPACTful Nonprofit Award recipient is ultimately chosen by popular vote of the community. Health Current was chosen this year from four deserving finalists, all of whom exemplify hard work and dedication to our community.