Fredericksburg Regional Chamber Honors Business Leaders at 35th Annual Awards Gala
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FREDERICKSBURG – The Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce was pleased to award local businesses for their successes, entrepreneurial spirit, and community commitment at the 35th Annual Awards Gala, “A Night at the Museum,” held Friday, April 24th at the Fredericksburg Country Club. Featuring immersive displays from the Fredericksburg Area Museum, guests experienced an interactive evening moving from room to room to view artifacts, Victorian-era clothing, paintings, and more, bringing the theme to life. With over 300 attendees, including small and large businesses, nonprofits, and representatives from state and local governments, the evening was a true celebration of entrepreneurial spirit, community impact, and regional success.
Community Impact Award – Chancellor Village
For more than 35 years, Chancellor Village has gone beyond traditional senior living to create a community centered on connection, wellness, and quality of life. Through education, advocacy, and partnerships with organizations like the Alzheimer’s Association, they serve as a trusted resource for seniors and families across the Fredericksburg region, ensuring older adults remain supported, engaged, and connected.
For more than 35 years, Chancellor Village has gone beyond traditional senior living to create a community centered on connection, wellness, and quality of life. Through education, advocacy, and partnerships with organizations like the Alzheimer’s Association, they serve as a trusted resource for seniors and families across the Fredericksburg region, ensuring older adults remain supported, engaged, and connected.
Entrepreneur of the Year – Margaret “Maggie” McIntyre of Rejuvalase Medspa.
Margaret “Maggie” McIntyre has grown Rejuvalase Medspa from a single treatment room into a thriving business with a strong focus on education, authenticity, and client-centered care. Through the launch of an esthetics school, ongoing investment in her team, and a deep commitment to community giving, she continues to lead with purpose, resilience, and a people-first approach.
Margaret “Maggie” McIntyre has grown Rejuvalase Medspa from a single treatment room into a thriving business with a strong focus on education, authenticity, and client-centered care. Through the launch of an esthetics school, ongoing investment in her team, and a deep commitment to community giving, she continues to lead with purpose, resilience, and a people-first approach.
Large Business of the Year –Shore United Bank
Shore United Bank has built a reputation rooted in trust, relationships, and community impact, prioritizing personalized service and local decision-making in an increasingly automated industry. Through strong partnerships, support of local businesses, and significant investment in charitable giving and volunteerism, they continue to serve as a cornerstone for individuals and organizations across the region.
Shore United Bank has built a reputation rooted in trust, relationships, and community impact, prioritizing personalized service and local decision-making in an increasingly automated industry. Through strong partnerships, support of local businesses, and significant investment in charitable giving and volunteerism, they continue to serve as a cornerstone for individuals and organizations across the region.
Small Business of the Year – Fredericksburg Technology
Fredericksburg Technology has experienced rapid growth while staying grounded in a mission-driven, values-based approach centered on integrity, transparency, and relationship-focused service. Through strategic support for businesses and nonprofits, significant community investment, and a commitment to developing future talent, they have become a trusted partner and a driving force behind the success of organizations across the region.
Fredericksburg Technology has experienced rapid growth while staying grounded in a mission-driven, values-based approach centered on integrity, transparency, and relationship-focused service. Through strategic support for businesses and nonprofits, significant community investment, and a commitment to developing future talent, they have become a trusted partner and a driving force behind the success of organizations across the region.
Prince B. Woodard Leadership Award – Dr. Troy Paino
Since 2016, Dr. Troy Paino has led the University of Mary Washington with a vision for innovation, academic excellence, and strong community partnership. Through his leadership and forward-thinking initiatives, including efforts to expand healthcare education in the region, he continues to shape the future of both the university and the Fredericksburg community.
Since 2016, Dr. Troy Paino has led the University of Mary Washington with a vision for innovation, academic excellence, and strong community partnership. Through his leadership and forward-thinking initiatives, including efforts to expand healthcare education in the region, he continues to shape the future of both the university and the Fredericksburg community.
To learn more about the awards, view photos of our winners, and discover more about our businesses, click here.
The Chamber thanks the sponsors of the 35th Annual Awards Gala
Title Sponsor- Dominion Energy
Spotsylvania Regional Medical Center
Mary Washington Healthcare
Al & Patti Fagan
The UPS Store, Fredericksburg
Comfort Keepers
Kalahari Resorts & Conventions
Matern Staffing
Shore United Bank
Burke & Herbert Bank
LifeCare Medical Transports, LLC
Chancellor’s Village Retirement Community
City of Fredericksburg
Found & Sons Funeral Chapel & Cremation Service
The Green Mission
Rappahannock Electric Cooperative
Bay Consortium Workforce Development Board
Rejuvalase Medspa
Universal Dynamics
CIP Finishes
Fredericksburg Nationals
Clean Eatz Fredericksburg
Discover Next Step
Germanna Community College
Graze Craze of Fredericksburg
Premier Athletics and Fitness LLC
Topside Federal Credit Union
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About The Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce:
The Fredericksburg Regional Chamber is the diverse business hub for the fastest growing region in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Our members include small and large businesses, nonprofits, governments, and educational institutions. We build relationships and create competitive advantages for a healthy business environment. We do this through leadership, access, innovation, advocacy, and connections. www.fredericksburgchamber.org/
