Spring 2026

170 C A R M E L M A G A Z I N E • S P R I N G 2 0 2 6 ~ THE P EN I NS U L A S C ENE ~ Carmel Chamber Awards of Excellence Courtney Garneri, Chad Hawker Photos by Kelli Uldall T he Carmel Chamber of Commerce celebrated the best of Carmel’s business community at its annual Awards of Excellence, held at The Quail. This year’s Rock the Boat Yacht Rock–themed evening blended smooth sounds and standout style while honoring businesses, nonprofits and organizations recognized for their excellence, innovation and community impact. Special thanks to presenting sponsor Monterey County Bank. Fred Sadler, Edi Matsumoto, Phillip Post Clarissa & Alan Rowe Diana Bossio, Justin DeMayo, Kim Beene Jeremy Leisure, Cameron Stoddard, Ashley Bennett-Stoddard Tom Donnelly, Corey Madden Amber Quinonez, Cynthia Maloney, Adam Hughes Mary Boland, Susan Elwood Olga Melendez, Greg Freeman, Sygale Lomas Kati Enea, Ken Spilfogel, Kimberlie Guerrieri Daverle Gil, Ellise Kitrell, Drew Tripp, John Short Cindy & Bill Wilson Kerry Sanchez, Debbie Lemos John & Carla Lloyd Lee & Shirley Rosen Photos: Kelli Uldall