Each year, Chamber San Mateo County presents awards to recognize individuals and organizations that have made lasting contributions and impacts in the areas of public service, education, business and labor and community development.

Join us for the 128th Annual Awards & Recognition Luncheon

Registration begins December 2025

Wednesday, February 25, 2026
11:30 am – 2:00 pm
Domenico Winery, 1697 Industrial Road, San Carlos

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2025 Honorees

Lennies Gutierrez & Aaron Aknin: Gravel Exchange & Chair Celebration 

Gravel Exchange and Celebration of our outgoing Chair of the Board, Lennies Gutierrez, and incoming Chair of the Board, Aaron Akinin

Cornerstone Award – Bill Graham

The Cornerstone Award recognizes those who make a meaningful and lasting impact in their communities, devoting their time, talents, and resources to community development and philanthropic initiatives.

This year’s honoree is Bill Graham.

Tom Mohr “Champion of Education” Award – Nancy Magee

Named for the late Tom Mohr, an educator and community leader who dedicated more than a half- century to further the cause, impact, and profession of public education, this award recognizes individuals and organizations who champion educational equity.

This year’s recipient is Nancy Magee.

Impactful Non-Profit – Second Harvest of Silicon Valley

Non-profit organizations bridge the gap between business and government, provide resources, supports and safety networks for the most vulnerable in our community and serve as leaders in policy and innovation that fuel the hearts, minds, bodies and spirits of our county. The Impactful Non-Profit Organization award recognizes an organization that exemplifies selfless service in the support of others and rallies the community in a call to action to address social, economic, education, justice or structural inequities.

This year’s recipient is Second Harvest of Silicon Valley.

Woman of the Year – Diana Bautista

Co-sponsored byHeritage Bank of Commerce, the Woman of the Year award recognizes outstanding women that shine in four key areas: leadership development, mentoring/mentorship, lifelong learning, and character.

This year’s honoree is Diana Bautista.