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ARCC Celebrates Community, Collaboration, and Achievements at Annual Business Awards Event

Written by Amanda Blanton on . Posted in 2025, ARCC Spotlight, Business, Community, Featured, Newspaper, October.

Attendees and stage captured from back of the room

The Adirondack Regional Chamber of Commerce (ARCC) Business Awards is a beloved community event that celebrates the outstanding businesses and organizations whose contributions strengthen our region. This annual ceremony is the culmination of months of hard work by a dedicated group of volunteers and ARCC staff. From the nomination process and in-depth interviews to the scoring and selection, the journey ensures that every nominee is recognized before the winners are announced at a beautiful breakfast celebration at The Queensbury Hotel in Glens Falls, NY.

“Year after year, this event truly keeps getting better,” said Tricia Rogers, ARCC President. “I am astonished at the hard work being done in our region by these businesses and nonprofit organizations. Their commitment to cultivating a positive work environment that enhances employee satisfaction and retention shone through this year’s nominees. The ARCC was thrilled to be able to honor these 45 business nominees on their achievements.”

2025 Business Awards Winners

  • Steven M. Sutton Small Business of the Year: Kingpins Alley Family Fun Center – A local entertainment destination with a strong commitment to giving back through hosting fundraisers and community donation drives.
  • Large Business of the Year: ADNET Technologies – A top-ranked IT solutions provider with an 86–90% employee retention rate and a supportive “work from anywhere” culture that fosters productivity and employee satisfaction.
  • Professional Business of the Year: FitzGerald Morris Baker Firth P.C. – A regional law firm established in 1936 that provides a wide array of legal services. Guided by the motto “Power in Team,” their care and appreciation for staff shines through in the service they provide to clients.
  • Large Nonprofit of the Year: Silver Bay YMCA – More than a conference and family retreat center, this organization has provided over $1.4 million in community benefits through its programs and services.
  • Small Nonprofit of the Year: The Hyde Collection – While home to a world-class art collection, The Hyde also demonstrates a fierce commitment to making art education, community workshops, and hands-on activities accessible to all.
  • Rookie Business of the Year: Skin Renaissance Studio – In a fast-paced world, this studio offers a serene and welcoming environment with a wide range of restorative services.
  • Community Champion: Kiwanis Club of Glens Falls – From rubber duck races to Christmas tree sales, bowling events, and chicken dinner fundraisers, this civic club has supported children and families locally and worldwide for 100 years. Its mission: building a better community—one child, one family, and one project at a time.

The ARCC is proud to continue hosting this event, shining a spotlight on the incredible businesses and organizations that make a difference throughout our region.