The Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce has recently announced the winners of the 2024 Excellence in Business Awards, which aim to recognize exceptional business achievements within the Greater Newport area. This marks the 18th year that these awards have been presented to deserving businesses in the community.
The Excellence in Business Awards Dinner is scheduled to take place on April 9, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. at the Wyndham Newport Atlantic Resort, immediately following the annual Expo. The event will feature a keynote speech by Jennifer Brummund, Chief Human Resources Officer at Raytheon. Tickets for the ceremony can be purchased online or by contacting Kate at Kate@newportchamber.com.
The Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce serves as one of the largest business advocacy organizations in the state, boasting nearly 1,000 members who collectively represent almost 50,000 employees. The Chamber is committed to connecting, innovating, enhancing, and advocating for businesses within the Greater Newport area. Through forming strategic partnerships and promoting economic growth, diversity, and prosperity, the Chamber aims to benefit its members and the region as a whole.
The Excellence in Business Awards play a crucial role in celebrating the successes of local businesses and acknowledging their significance in contributing to the economic well-being of the community. Awards are distributed across multiple categories, including Microbusiness, Small Business, Big Business, Emerging Leader, and Woman-Owned. The 2024 recipients of these prestigious awards are Centreville Bank, Norman Bird Sanctuary, Charter Books, First Tee Rhode Island, and McNeill Children’s Institute.