Silver & Gold Awards Holiday Brunch 2025

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Join the Auburn Hills Chamber of Commerce in recognizing outstanding local businesses and individuals nominated for the 2025 Silver & Gold Awards during a holiday brunch on Thursday, December 4, 2025 from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Royal Park Hotel.  

All nominees will be recognized, and winners will be announced during the event.

 ANNOUNCING THE 2025 SILVER & GOLD AWARDS NOMINEES

Each year, more than 350 business executives and community leaders gather at our festive holiday brunch celebration to honor outstanding achievements across our region. Join us in honoring those who inspire, achieve, and drive positive change!

Press Release

Andrews Hooper Pavlik PLC Woman's Leadership Award
This award recognizes a woman who exemplifies a strong commitment to personal, community and professional development.
Nominees Include: JoJo Dries – On The Wings of Angels, Jaclyn Fortier – Central Michigan University, Flavia Ghirardello – ABB Robotics, Sharna Hatcher – Rotary International, Marcie Lemieux – Umicore Autocat USA Inc., Kim Staudacher – Dutton Farm, Jaime White – Havenwyck Hospital, Cuma Williams – GLOBAL Automation Technologies LLC
 

Atlas Copco Excellence Award
Awards the company that not only meets industry standards but has clearly gone above and beyond to improve their company and industry expectations.
Nominees Include: Genisys Credit Union, GRIT Technologies, IEE Sensing, New Horizons, Yeo & Yeo CPAs & Advisors

Auxiom Golden SMB Award
This award recognizes a small or medium size business that exemplifies "The Golden Rule" - treat others as you want to be treated.
Nominees Include: Crossroads Care Center, GLOBAL Automation Technologies LLC, MCM Staffing, LLC., Nothing Bundt Cakes, Oakland Hills Dermatology, Tell Studios

City of Auburn Hills Business Success Story Award
This award is given to a company large or small, that has made significant strides within their business. This award also recognizes the outstanding commitment to a company's employees, its mission and overall achievements within an organization.
Nominees Include: Clever Fox Cyclery, Designhaus LLC, SMH Logistics
 

DBusiness Magazine Emerging Leader Award
This award is presented to the individual who stands out as a leader among peers 35 and younger.
Nominees Include: Cheyenne Anders – M1 Concourse, Jordan Arocha - Munro & Associates, Justin Harnack – The Marketing Shop, Samantha Micciche – Express Employment Professionals, Paul Moceri – Moceri Management, Robert Regan, EdD - Atlas Copco Tools & Assembly Systems

Detroit Pistons Game Changer Award
This award recognizes an individual who is changing the way business is done or making a significant contribution to our community.
Nominees Include: Christofer Buatti – Oakland Hills Dermatology, Rick Catron – GRIT Technologies, Kaid Cousineau - Air Products and Controls Inc, Amy Ever – A Courageous Voice, Steve Flores – Cornerstone Community Financial Credit Union, Molly Reeser – Camp Casey, David L. Stone – Trion Solutions

FANUC Innovative Educator Award
Celebrating educators dedicated to building industry-approved, certificate-based mechatronics programs that teach students the appeal of automation and open their minds to a wide variety of fulfilling, sought-after careers in advanced manufacturing.
Nominees Include: Dr. Jun Chen – Oakland University, Dr. James Mynderse – Lawrence Technological University, Andrew Watchorn, MSE – Kettering University
 

Genisys Credit Union CU Kind Award
Recognizes a company that cares for our community and harnesses the collective power of kindness to create a positive change.
Nominees Include: ABB Robotics, Consumers Energy, On The Wings of Angels, Stellantis
 

JADE Strategies Transformational Leadership Award
Presented to a company with proven success in advancing leadership development initiatives that enhance collaboration, innovation, and measurable results.
Nominees Include: BorgWarner, Havenwyck Hospital, Oakland Community College

MSUFCU / Oakland University Credit Union Financial Wellness Award
Presented to a company with a successful financial wellness program providing access and support to the financial wellness of their employees.
Nominees Include: General Motors, Oakland County, Volkswagen Group of America
 

Oakland University Innovator of the Year Award
This award is presented to the company with an impressive innovation story.
Nominees Include: Ancor, Cornerstone Community Financial Credit Union, FANUC, FEV, GLOBAL Automation Technologies LLC, IEE Smart Sensing, Inbound 281, KaltzCoulombe Pllc
 

Ogletree Deakins Human Resources Vanguard Award
Presented to the company that takes on a human resources challenge in a creative and innovative way.
Nominees Include: Elliott Woodworking, Oakland HOPE, Rebel Nell,
 

Palazzo di Bocce Coaching Champions Award
Honors a coach who exemplifies commitment to inspire, mentor, and lead, driving lasting positive change in their organization or community.
Nominees Include: Jonathan deSanctis – Oakland Thrive, Chris Drouin - Sandler by EAM Consulting, Greg Russell - Chick-fil-A, Auburn Hills
 

Plante Moran Caring Culture Award
Presented to a company who demonstrates a culture of caring for their people, customers, and community.
Nominees Include: Anderson Medical Supplies, AUCH Construction, Chick-fil-A Auburn Hills, Cornerstone Community Financial Credit Union, Crossroads Care Center, Havenwyck Hospital, Marsh McLennan Agency, Oakland HOPE, RedE Parts, Inc., Stellantis
 

Stella Wealth Management of Raymond James Higher Standard Award
This award is presented to the individual that has shown high standards in business acumen and service and has used their talent in support of another organization or community.
Nominees Include:  Dylan Bladecki – GLOBAL Automation Technologies, Kirbionne Brackins – Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, Mike Cruz – Breaking the Cycle with Books, Trevor Daniel – Cresa, Paul Dries, AWMA – Edward Jones Investments, Jaclyn Fortier – Central Michigan University, Nancy Schubring – IEE Sensing

Trion Solutions Always Rely On Award
An entrepreneurial business that produces products and/or services known for consistently high quality and reliability.
Nominees Include: Allow Nourishment, Concraft, Identity Creative
 

Join the Auburn Hills Chamber of Commerce in recognizing outstanding local businesses and individuals nominated for the 2025 Silver & Gold Awards during a holiday brunch on Thursday, December 4, 2025 from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Royal Park Hotel.

This high-profile event offers an impactful way to share your company's initiatives while recognizing other outstanding companies or individuals for the differences they make in their workplace and business community. All nominees will be recognized, and winners will be announced during the event.
 

Sponsorship Opportunities Available!

Secure your sponsorship by Wednesday, November 12 to ensure maximum visibility & full value of your sponsorship investment. 
Contact us at info@auburnhillschamber.com or 248-853-7862 for more information.

Named Award Sponsor - $2,500 SOLD OUT

• Top digital and print branding visibility

• Branded award with naming rights

• Logo prominently displayed on event signage

• Opportunity to present award

• Logo on website event page

• Verbal recognition at the event

• 10 tickets
   

Pre-Celebration Sponsor - $1,750

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• Logo recognition during the event

• Logo on website event page

• Logo recognition in the event program

• Verbal recognition from the podium during the event 

• 8 tickets
   

Chamber Award Sponsor - $1,500

• Digital and print branding visibility

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• Logo on website event page

• Logo recognition in the event program

• Verbal recognition from the podium during the event 

• 8 tickets
   

Table Sponsor - $1,250

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• Name on event landing page

• 8 tickets
   

Brunch Sponsor - $1,000 

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• Logo recognition in the event program

• Verbal recognition from the podium during the event

• 4 tickets
   

Coffee Bar Sponsor - $1,000

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• Logo recognition in the event program

• Verbal recognition from the podium during the event

• 4 tickets
   

Dessert Sponsor - $1,000

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• 4 tickets

 
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