Champions of Commerce celebrates excellence among our local businesses and organizations.

Join us for an elegant evening honoring YOU! Enjoy drinks, a gourmet dinner, and an inspiring awards ceremony. Held annually, this event celebrates excellence among our local businesses and organizations and serves as the Puyallup/Sumner Chamber of Commerce’s annual meeting.

Event Information:

Date: Friday, March 26, 2027
Time: 6:00PM - 10:00PM
Location: Pioneer Park Pavilion | 330 S Meridian, Puyallup, WA 98371
Attire: Cocktail or formal wear.

2026 Champions of Commerce

EXCEPTIONAL BUSINESS ADVOCATE: Championing business-friendly policies, removing barriers to growth, and providing essential tools and resources that enable businesses to thrive and succeed.

Comcast Business
DoorDash
Keurig Dr. Pepper
The Old Cannery Furniture Warehouse

COMPANY CULTURE HERO: Fostering an exceptional workplace where employees are valued, empowered to contribute to the company's vision, and provided meaningful opportunities for professional growth.

CaskCades
Harbor Freight
Dillanos Coffee Roasters
Goods Automotive
Harnish Auto Family
Red DOT Corporation

winner: Karissa Thompson, red canoe credit union

COMMUNITY BUILDER: Actively investing in the community's vitality and leveraging their influence and resources to create lasting positive impact for the greater good.

Good Samaritan Hospital
Catffeinated
Mark Crosby, Cruise Puyallup
Karissa Thompson, Red Canoe Credit Union
Brandon Simmons, Skoolie Foundation
Eric Johnson, City of Puyallup
Ryan Windish, City of Sumner
Puyallup Food Bank
Josh Wheeldon, VFW

NEWSWORTHY NEWCOMER: Establishing a thriving presence in our community, achieving rapid success, and generating significant attention as a dynamic new business.

Catffeinated
Firemind Brewing
CHAOS + CO.
Empower House
Cascade HR
Quick Quack Car Wash
AG Supply Ace Hardware-South Hill

SUSTAINABILITY STEWARD: Outstanding commitment to sustainability through innovative practices, responsible resource management, and leadership in creating positive impact for our community and environment.

Puyallup South Hill Rotary
All Things Fun Sports!
Puget Sound Energy
Renée Muir, Pretty Up Puyallup

OUTSTANDING VETERAN OWNED BUSINESS: Exemplifying the leadership, resilience, and entrepreneurial spirit of our nation's veterans while making significant contributions to our community and economy.

Capitol Duct Cleaning
Catffeinated
Construction Parts PNW
Veterans Security Operations
Kanon Electric

CHARITABLE CHAMPION (NON-PROFIT): Recognized for outstanding dedication to serving our community through impactful fundraising, charitable programs, and unwavering commitment to making a meaningful difference in the lives of others.

Good Samaritan Foundation
Mark Crosby, Cruise Puyallup
St. Francis House
Skoolie Foundation
Puyallup Food Bank
Sumner Food Bank
PFB Thrift

HOSPITALITY HERO: Exemplifying exceptional service and creating memorable experiences that set the standard for hospitality excellence in our community.

Good Samaritan Hospital
Fierce County Cider
Mark Crosby, Cruise Puyallup
The Lazy Ballerina
Knutson Farms
Homewood Suites by Hilton-South Hill
The Bistro at Windmill Gardens
Toscano’s Italian Grill
Washington State Fair

CHAMBER CHAMPION OF COMMERCE: This organization or individual is an all-around Champion of Commerce, supporting the Chamber’s mission, exemplifying the innovative, collaborative spirit that drives our community forward.

Washington State Fair Foundation
Knutson Farms
Goods Automotive
The Old Cannery Furniture Warehouse
Multicare Good Samaritan Hospital
MadCap Marketing

Chamber Select Awards: The following awards are also presented at the Champions of Commerce Gala, with finalists and winners selected entirely by the awards committee.

AMBASSADOR OF THE YEAR: This award recognizes that you take pride as an Ambassador to the Chamber and you display extraordinary commitment to volunteering whenever, and however, and are dedicated to helping membership retainment, recruitment and promotion.

Congratulations, Gosia, M. Hajler Photography!

winner: KATHY HAYDEN, FORMER MAYOR, CITY OF SUMNER

JOHN PORTER MEMORIAL AWARD: This award recognizes exceptional leadership of a cause, program or project, which makes a significant impact on the community and reflects the spirit of community pride and progress

Patty Summers, St. Francis House
Karissa Thompson, Red Canoe Credit Union
Krista Linden, Step by Step & Farm 12
Kathy Hayden, Former Mayor, City of Sumner
Dave Radcliffe, CEO, The Old Cannery Furniture Warehouse
Shawn Manley, CEO, Puyallup Food Bank & PFB Thrift

Champions of Commerce