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71st Annual Black & White Ball and Business Awards

The Arizona Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (AZHCC) is proud to host the longest-running formal gala in the state. Our 71st Annual Black & White Ball and Business Awards promises to deliver a spectacular evening at the Arizona Biltmore on Saturday, May 3, 2025. 

Attendees will enjoy a night of celebration, networking, and fun! The event is capped off with business awards featuring the Man, Woman, Corporation, Entrepreneur, Advocate of the year, and Legacy Award. We expect another successful and sold-out event. 

Dress in your finest black-tie attire, adding a touch of flair inspired by your favorite music legend.

Note: Your ticket to the Black & White Ball and Business Awards includes entry into the After Party. 

For sponsorship opportunities, please reach out to Kayla Fonseca, Director, Corporate Partnerships.

Woman of the Year: Mary Rabago, CEO, Mary Rabago Productions

Man of the Year: Leonardo Loo, Partner, Quarles & Brady LLP

Entrepreneur of the Year: Cesar E. Salas, CEO & Founder, CesarGraphics

Corporation of the Year: Banner Health

Advocate of the Year: Debbie Esparza, CEO, YWCA Metropolitan Phoenix