Champions of Commerce 2025

The Lower Bucks County Chamber of Commerce (LBCCC) proudly announces the 2025 Champions of Commerce Awards recipients – eight exemplary individuals, businesses, and non-profits have been selected to be honored for their remarkable leadership and contributions that have positively impacted the Lower Bucks County community.

The honorees will be celebrated during the 2025 Champions of Commerce Awards Dinner on November 19 at The Fuge, located in Warminster.

This year’s event is generously sponsored by St. Mary Medical Center, a member of Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic.

The evening’s theme, “For Good,” represents the honorees’ resilience, innovation, and success in their respective fields.

This annual dinner showcases the exceptional efforts of local leaders who drive positive change. From corporations dedicated to social responsibility to non-profits addressing the region’s most pressing issues, the Champions Awards highlight those who strengthen the fabric of the Lower Bucks County community.

The 2025 Champions of Commerce Award winners include:

Community Impact & Outreach Champion: Mary Ellen Davis
Presented to a person or business that has driven positive change and has helped elevate and improve the quality of life in Lower Bucks County.

Entrepreneur of the Year Champion: Luba Patlakh, Kidology
Presented to an individual who has taken a risk, persevered and succeeded in their professional career.

Economic Impact Champion: Jay Collins, The Dental Labl
Presented to a business/organization that has demonstrated a commitment to investing in job creation and growth opportunities in their business and/or community, providing a vision that will impact the economy of Bucks County over the next 3 years.

Industry Innovator Champion: Jagdish (JR) Mundkur, Thin Labs
Presented to a business or entity that has successfully developed or implemented innovative technology.

Non-Profit Champions: Bucks County Health Improvement Partnership (BCHIP)
Recognizes a non-profit organization {501c3} that has made significant contributions and demonstrated a steadfast commitment to the betterment of Bucks County.

New Business Champion: Peonies Consignment & Boutique 
Presented to a business, formed after January 2021, that has shown growth and development while overcoming obstacles and creating an organization and/or product from the ground up.

Workforce Development Champion: Woods System of Care
Honors an individual, organization, or business that have played a pivotal role in creating a thriving and sustainable workforce by implementing innovative programs, providing resources, and advocating for workforce development initiatives in Lower Bucks County.

Young Professional of the Year: Casey Borish, Trenton Thunder
Presented to a Young Professional who is 45 or under and demonstrates personal and professional leadership and community service.

Nominations were held online, and winners were selected for each category by a panel. The winners will be recognized at the Champions of Commerce Awards ceremony, which will take place on November 19, 2025, at 6:00pm, at The Fuge, 780 Falcon Cir #200, Warminster, PA 18974.