CORAL SPRINGS, FL – The Coral Springs Coconut Creek Regional Chamber of Commerce hosted its highly anticipated Annual Gala: Kentucky Derby on Friday, October 24, 2025, at the Deer Creek Golf and Country Club, where business leaders, elected officials, and community partners gathered for an unforgettable evening of celebration, entertainment, and recognition.
Guests enjoyed a Derby-inspired atmosphere filled with southern charm, complete with mint juleps, complimentary cigars, live line-dance lessons, and DJ Ray spinning crowd favorites throughout the night. The elegant evening also featured the Chamber’s “Best of the Best” Awards Ceremony, honoring outstanding businesses and individuals who exemplify leadership, innovation, and community impact.
2025 Award Winners
- Coral Springs Small Business of the Year: Let’s Chill Homemade Ice Cream
- Coconut Creek Small Business of the Year: IM=X Pilates & Fitness
- Workforce Development Award: Junior Achievement of South Florida
- Rookie of the Year: The Motherhood Village
- Covered Bridge Award: Gillian Johnson, Amera
- Butterfly Award: Linda Rondinone, Women’s Club of Coconut Creek
“The energy and camaraderie at this year’s Gala truly reflected the heart of our business community,” said Charinus Davis, CEO of the Coral Springs Coconut Creek Regional Chamber. “Each honoree is a shining example of what happens when passion, purpose, and partnership come together. We are proud to celebrate their achievements and the positive difference they make every day.”
The evening was made possible through the generous support of the Chamber’s sponsors, including Amera, Lou Bachrodt Automotive Group, Comcast Business, IM=X Pilates & Fitness, Florida Power & Light Company, Fiserv, Sunsure Insurance, City of Coral Springs, City of Coconut Creek, and Chen Moore and Associates.
A full gallery of photos from the event is available here: https://bit.ly/CSCCRCGala2025
About the Coral Springs Coconut Creek Regional Chamber of Commerce
The Coral Springs Coconut Creek Regional Chamber of Commerce is the voice of business, the engine for economic growth, and a champion for a thriving and welcoming community. Our primary objective is to lead local businesses to regional success. By leveraging the support, talent, and resources of our members, the Coral Springs Coconut Creek Regional Chamber of Commerce connects business leaders to each other and helps to improve the economic vitality of life for everyone.
