The Big Orange Awards

Every year the West Orange Chamber of Commerce celebrates the accomplishments and triumphs of some of the Chamber’s most admired and inspirational members. The event included a fun-filled interactive reception, a phenomenal dinner, and a celebration of outstanding individuals and businesses in the West Orange Community. 

2025 Big Orange Award Recipients 

Ambassador of the Year Award – Buss Woodley

Lifetime Ambassador Award – Mike LaPorte

Lifetime Director – Tim Haberkamp

Danniel J. Petro “Bright Future of West Orange” Award – Camille Evans

Sam Hovsepian & Mary VanDeventer “Spirit of West Orange” Award – Amy Quesinberry Price

Bert Roper Award – Eight Waves

George Bailey Award – Rotary District 6980

Chair’s Award – John McReynolds

Small Business Member of the Year Award – Harry Levine Insurance

Big Business Member of the Year Award – Universal Orlando Resort

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Hovsepian & VanDeventer “Spirit of West Orange” Award

This award is given to an individual who demonstrates professional excellence and inspires other men and women to succeed by contributing their time, talent, and treasure for the betterment of the Chamber and our community. 

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George Bailey Award

This award is given to an individual, organization, or business, in recognition of demonstrated excellence in fostering partnerships for the benefit of the local community. 

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Bert Roper Award

This award is given to an individual, organization, or business, who has improved our community’s well-being and quality of life. 

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Danniel J. Petro “Bright Future of West Orange” Award

This award is given to an individual with entrepreneurial tenacity and steadfast determination, who facilitates opportunity through investment in our community and the development of lifelong relationships that keep our future bright. 

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Small Business Member of the Year Award

Defined as having less than 100 employees. This award is given to a company that has embodied the principles of Advancing Community, Collaboration, and Leadership. 

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Big Business Member of the Year Award

Defined as having 100 or more employees. This award is given to a company that has embodied the principles of Advancing Community, Collaboration, and Leadership. 

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To see all of our previous award winners click here 

Congratulations to this year’s winners!

Big Orange Awards

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