GAACC Business Awards
Each year during the Ovation gala, the Greater Austin Asian Chamber of Commerce recognizes outstanding enterprises and individuals from our Central Texas community. These awards signify excellence in business, community engagement, and cultural visibility.
Nominations for the 2026 GAACC Business Awards will open soon.
2025 GAACC Business Awards
Congratulations to our
2025 GAACC Business Awards honorees!
Community Organization of the Year
Economic Growth Business Incubator (EGBI)
Entrepreneur of the Year
Cristina Imperial Carl
Hospitality & Culture Award
Joi Conti Photography, LLC / TAYO NA
Emerging Business of the Year
Town Square North West Austin
Business of the Year
Firefly Aerospace
Excellence Award
Anh Selissen
Community Impact Awards
Thanh "Tommy" Hodinh
2024 GAACC Business Awards
Congratulations to our
2024 GAACC Business Awards honorees!
APA Community Leader of the Year
Ruchi Gagrani
Entrepreneur of the Year
Sammy Lam
Emerging Business of the Year
A Better Force
Business of the Year
Samsung Austin Semiconductor
Achievement Award
Jerry Won
Community Impact Award
Clifford K. Chiu
Last Year's Ovation Sponsors
As we ramp up planning for this year's event, we want to recognize our generous Ovation Gala 2025: Illuminate The Night sponsors. Their support makes it possible for the GAACC to create and deliver programs in support of the AAPI business community in Central Texas throughout the year.
THANK YOU!
Sponsorship opportunities for Ovation Gala 2026: Legacy & Lights are available now.
2025 CELESTIAL SPONSOR
(PRESENTING SPONSOR)
2025 GOLDEN CARPET SPONSOR
2025 JADE BLOSSOM SPONSOR
(CENTERPIECES)
2025 SILK LANTERN SPONSOR
(COCKTAIL RECEPTION)
2025 SPICE ROUTE SPONSORS
2025 EVENT PRODUCTION PARTNERS
The Ovation Gala is 100% produced by small, local businesses.
"LEGACY & LIGHTS" DETAILS
When
Saturday, December 5, 2026 | 5-10 pm
Where
Hyatt Regency Austin
Attire
Come dressed to impress! As always, black tie, cocktail wear, or traditional Asian attire are welcome!
Light and illumination-inspired attire, accessories, or other fashion elements are encouraged. Have fun expressing your vision of what it means to honor our community's legacy while celebrating our up-and-coming lights!