Get ready for an unforgettable night.
The 5th Annual Bizzi Awards is taking place on April 17th at the iconic Chevy Chase Country Club, a stunning Glendale landmark nestled in the Verdugo Mountains that has been a vibrant part of the community’s tapestry since 1925. BizFed is proud to convene our 2026 Bizzi celebration in this gracious and memorable location.
As a powerhouse coalition of more than 240 organizations and 150 investors, BizFed designed the Bizzis to honor the companies, business organizations and public officials who navigate complex policy challenges to sustain our regional vitality. This high-energy tribute celebrates the strategic leadership and relentless advocacy that drive tangible progress across Los Angeles. With creative categories, a festive atmosphere and a touch of humor, this is a can’t-miss celebration of the collective power of business leadership in action.
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For BizFed Bizzi Awards sponsorship information, please contact BizFed EVP Development, Sarkis Kotanjian sarkis.kotanjian@bizfed.org.
The 5th Annual BizFed Bizzi Award Honorees are:
SUPERVISOR DISTRICT 1 WINNERS
Elected/Official of the Year – Congressman Jimmy Gomez
Business/Organization of the Year – Central City Association
SUPERVISOR DISTRICT 2 WINNERS
Elected Official of the Year – Councilmember Jawane Hilton
Business/Organization of the Year – Marathon Petroleum
SUPERVISOR DISTRICT 3 WINNERS
Elected Official of the Year – Assemblymember Jacqui Irwin
Business/Organization of the Year – CD 11 Foundation
SUPERVISOR DISTRICT 4 WINNERS
Elected Official of the Year – Councilmember Brenda Olmos
Business/Organization of the Year – LA Latino Chamber of Commerce
SUPERVISOR DISTRICT 5 WINNERS
Elected Official of the Year – Assemblymember Juan Carrillo
Business/Organization of the Year – Altadena Chamber
SPECIAL AWARD WINNERS
Advocate of the Year – Matthew Hargrove, California Business Properties Association
Advocate of the Year – George Francisco, Venice Chamber of Commerce
Common Sense Award – Fran Inman, Majestic Realty
Mayor Richard Riordan Legacy Award – Rick Caruso, Steadfast LA
PORTS COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT CHANGEMAKERS OF THE YEAR
Dr. Noel Hacegaba, Chief Executive Officer, Port of Long Beach
Gene Seroka, Executive Director, Port of Los Angeles
Mayor Rex Richardson, Mayor of Long Beach
Mayor Karen Bass, Mayor of Los Angeles
Michael A. Cacciotti, Board Chair, South Coast AQMD
Larry McCallon, Vice Board Chair, South Coast AQMD
Wayne Nastri, Executive Member, South Coast AQMD
Vanessa Delgado, Immediate Past Board Chair and Board Member, South Coast AQMD
Join us!