Discover 24 finalists for the 2025 Surrey & White Rock Business Excellence Awards; winners revealed at a gala Nov. 6.
24 Local Businesses Compete for Top Honors
Excitement is building as Surrey and White Rock gear up for the 2025 Business Excellence Awards. Twenty-four finalists have been announced across eight competitive categories, with winners set to be revealed at a glamorous gala on November 6.
The event, now in its 27th year, is hosted by the newly merged Surrey & White Rock Board of Trade (SWRBOT). Attendees can expect an elegant evening, with over 400 guests—including “young entrepreneurs of tomorrow”—joining in the celebration. Tickets start at $150 and are available online at businessinsurrey.com.
Spotlight on Top Business Leaders
This year’s Business Person of the Year finalists include:
- Jas Oberoi (Jas Oberoi Group)
- Kendelle Pollitt (Pier Law & Mediation)
- Steve Pisiak (Ultimate Performance)
For New Business, the nominees are:
- Atwal & Associates Trial Lawyers
- Mighty Cubs Childcare
- Red Oak Law Corporation
The Young Entrepreneur category features:
- Hamza Saquib (Oto Hearing Products)
- Jujhar Mann (Mann and Co. Bakeshop)
- Matt Dai (Kingdom Athletics)
Recognizing Community Champions
Not-for-profits are also in the spotlight. Finalists for the Not-for-Profit/Association award include:
- Mackie’s Place Youth Social House
- Options Community Services Society
- Peace Arch Hospice Society
The White Rock Business Excellence nominees are:
- A Little Bud
- Architecture Panel
- Laura’s Coffee Corner
Celebrating Businesses of All Sizes
Businesses are competing in three size-based categories:
1–10 Employees:
- Global Conference Alliance
- Ignite Dance Company
- U-Lock Mini Storage
11–40 Employees:
- My Empower Therapy
- Square One Construction
- SWR Drain Service
41+ Employees:
- Cancorr
- Kasa Supply
- PCB Global Trade Management
A New Chapter for the SWRBOT
In other news, the Surrey & White Rock Board of Trade is preparing to unveil a fresh brand identity on October 2 at Morgan Creek Golf Course. The launch follows a merger between the Surrey Board of Trade and South Surrey & White Rock Chamber of Commerce.
Earlier in June, the organization introduced its new board members at a milestone AGM in South Surrey, marking a new era for the local business community.
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