Celebrate the Ghent Business Community
The Annual GBA Member Celebration is a time to recognize business leadership in the Ghent community and
celebrate the continued success of our members. The event not only brings together Ghent Business Association members, but also the City of Norfolk’s leadership. In past years, the Mayor of Norfolk, City Council Members, and Police Officers have attended in celebration of the GBA membership.
2026 GBA Celebration
Thursday, February 12, 2026
6:00 - 8:00 pm
Women's Club of Norfolk • Martin Mansion
2026 Event Sponsors
Thank you to the following businesses for sponsoring the Ghent Business Celebration. This event would not be as successful without the support of our generous sponsors and donors.
Table Sponsors
At the 2025 Annual Celebration, we recognized the following individuals for their contributions in 2024...
Lifetime Achievement Award
This year’s Lifetime Achievement Award honoree is posthumously awarded to Kim Keene, artist and founder of Paint Pink, Inc., a non-profit that raises money for those battling cancer pay for things that insurance doesn't cover. Kim lost her battle with cancer on September 16, 2024 and was a bright light in our community, always helping those in need. The award was excepted by her mother, June Keene.
Rowena Award
The Rowena Award is given to an individual that embodies the spirit of giving to the Ghent Business Community. The winner of the Rowena Award will be announced on February 12, 2026
Previous year winner pictured: Ann Hupp, Mettle Events
Tom Winfree Award
The Tom Winfree Award is given to an individual that embodies the spirit of giving to the Ghent Business Community. The 2025 Award Winner will be announced on February 12, 2026
Previous year award winner pictured: Ted Enright, Nusbaum Insurance
Volunteer Award
The GBA Volunteer of the Year Award is given in recognition of outstanding dedication and commitment to volunteer service with the Ghent Business Association. The 2024 award recipient was Kim Rose, Hope House Foundation.