Every year, members of the Hispanic Chamber and guests gather at the crown of the Chamber’s signature events, The Annual Awards Banquet, to recognize the outstanding efforts and contributions of local business leaders and organizations at this event. This gathering is the Chamber’s most attended event of the year, boasting a sold-out attendance of 350 guests in 2010 and 400+ in 2011.

2012 Hispanic Chamber Awards Banquet

Presented by Ferris State University

Monday, March 5th 5:30pm - 8:00pm

JW Marriott Downtown Grand Rapids

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Amelia Ceja, President Ceja Vineyards

Keynote Speaker

With an extensive and humble background in the wine making industry, Amelia has taken a tradition and her culture to the next level. Embracing both her Mexican heritage and American home, Amelia combines the best of what she finds in food and drink: tradition and innovation. "As a minority cellar, we are shaping the wine industry," explains Amelia, who was honored as the "Most Outstanding Female Leader, innovator and visionary in the wine field in the North Bay" by North Bay Business Journal at its 2008 Women in Business Gala.

Her company, Ceja Vineyards was twice named "Best Boutique Winery in Napa & Sonoma" by Best of Napa and Sonoma Valleys Magazine, based on its 2008 and 2009 popular polls. "We like efficiency, but nurturing and warmth must be present with efficiency," says Amelia. "Our team becomes part of our extended family. That comes from our culture," explains Amelia, who was also named Business Woman of the Year by the Sacramento Hispanic Chamber of Commerce in 2008.