OCBJ Annual Awards Programs & Calendar of Events
Announcement:The Business Journal is postponing its next three signature events, following new recommendations from California public health officials to limit large public gatherings.The annual Excellence in Entrepreneurship Awards* luncheon event, scheduled for March 19, has been postponed to August 20, along with the Women in Business Awards* event slated for April 30 to September 9 and the Family-Owned Business Awards* on May 20 to October 22. State health officials yesterday recommended that non-essential gatherings in California should be limited to no more than 250 people, to protect public health and slow the spread of COVID-19. |
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The Orange County Business Journal hosts several major awards programs throughout the year:
CFO OF THE YEAR, EXCELLENCE IN ENTREPRENEURSHIP, WOMEN IN BUSINESS AWARDS, FAMILY OWNED BUSINESS, INNOVATOR OF THE YEAR, COMPANIES THAT CARE, and GENERAL COUNSEL AWARDS. These programs are designed to recognize those individuals and organizations whose accomplishments positively impact the OC business community. Download the 2020 OCBJ Editorial Calendar (pdf) 
Download the 2020 OCBJ Events Calendar (pdf)
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*2020 EXCELLENCE IN ENTREPRENEURSHIP AWARDS
LUNCHEON & AWARDS PROGRAM *Note: Original Date has been Postponed to August 20, 2020 Registration (all attendees): 11:00 a.m.-11:45 a.m. VIP Reception (Sponsors and Nominees only): 11:00 a.m.-11:45 a.m. Luncheon & Program: 12:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m. Hotel Irvine, 17900 Jamboree Road, Irvine, CA 92614 *Tickets: $175 / Table for 10: $1,650 *Tickets are non-refundable. Ticket price includes a six-month subscription to the Orange County Business Journal (*$15 allocated to the subscription). New subscribers only. Current subscribers may gift the subscription to a colleague. TICKET SALES FOR PREFERRED SEATING ENDS August 7, 2020. Day-of-event ticket sales will be available August 20, 2020 from 11:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. at Hotel Irvine (open seating only; limited number of seats available). |
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THE EXCELLENCE IN ENTREPRENEURSHIP AWARDS program is designed to recognize individuals who exemplify the American entrepreneurial spirit – individuals who, by their creativity and determination, have established and nurtured successful business ventures. This is the perfect opportunity to recognize clients or business associates who have distinguished themselves by their foresight, determination and accomplishments.
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*2020 WOMEN IN BUSINESS AWARDS
LUNCHEON & AWARDS PROGRAM *Note: Original Date has been Postponed to Sept. 9, 2020 Registration (all attendees): 11:00 a.m.-11:45 a.m. VIP Reception (Sponsors and Nominees only): 11:00 a.m.-11:45 a.m. Luncheon & Program: 12:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m. Hotel Irvine, 17900 Jamboree Road, Irvine, CA 92614 *Tickets: $175 / Table for 10: $1,650 *Tickets are non-refundable. Ticket price includes self-parking and a six-month subscription to the Orange County Business Journal (*$15 allocated to the subscription). New subscribers only. Current subscribers may gift the subscription to a colleague. |
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The Women in Business Awards Luncheon & Program honors five exceptional business and professional OC women. The Women in Business Special Report, publishing August 10, 2020 will feature profiles and photos of this year's nominees plus articles of interest from Women in Business sponsors and advertisers. Self-nominations are welcome.
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2020 INNOVATOR OF THE YEAR AWARDS
Nomination Deadline: July 17, 2020. LUNCHEON & AWARDS PROGRAM: September 24, 2020 Registration (all attendees): 11:00 a.m.-11:45 a.m. VIP Reception (sponsors and nominees only): 11:00 a.m.-11:45 a.m. Luncheon & Program: 12:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m. Hotel Irvine, 17900 Jamboree Road, Irvine, CA 92614 |
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*Tickets $175 / Table of Ten $1650 Tickets are non-refundable. *Ticket price includes self-parking and a six-month subscription to the Orange County Business Journal (*$15 allocated to the subscription). New subscribers only. Current subscribers may gift the subscription to a colleague. TICKET SALES FOR PREFERRED SEATING ENDS AT 12:00 NOON (PACIFIC) September 11, 2020. Day-of-event ticket sales will be available September 24, 2020 from 11:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. at Hotel Irvine (open seating only; limited number of seats available).
The Orange County Business Journal’s fifth annual INNOVATOR OF THE YEAR AWARDS honor, recognize and celebrate individuals and their organizations who are creating game-changing products and services, and demonstrate brilliance and leadership in innovation. 
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2020 COMPANIES THAT CARE AWARDS
Nomination Deadline: August 5, 2020. LUNCHEON & AWARDS PROGRAM: October 8, 2020 Registration (all attendees): 11:00 a.m.-11:45 a.m. VIP Reception (sponsors and nominees only): 11:00 a.m.-11:45 a.m. Luncheon & Program: 12:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m. Hotel Irvine, 17900 Jamboree Road, Irvine, CA 92614 |
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*Tickets $175 / Table of Ten $1650 Tickets are non-refundable. *Ticket price includes self-parking and a six-month subscription to the Orange County Business Journal (*$15 allocated to the subscription). New subscribers only. Current subscribers may gift the subscription to a colleague. TICKET SALES FOR PREFERRED SEATING ENDS AT 12:00 NOON (PACIFIC) September 25, 2020. Day-of-event ticket sales will be available on October 8, 2020 from 11:00 a.m. to 11:45 p.m. at Hotel Irvine (open seating only; limited number of seats available).
The Orange County Business Journal proudly introduces the Companies That Care Awards program and luncheon honoring those members of our community of business that are making Orange County a better place for all. Self-nominations are encouraged, and your participation showcases your passion and heart in aiding those of need in our community. 
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2020 FAMILY OWNED BUSINESS AWARDS
Nomination Deadline: August 12, 2020. LUNCHEON & AWARDS PROGRAM *Note: Original Date has been Postponed to October 22, 2020 Registration (all attendees): 11:00 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. VIP Reception (sponsors and nominees only): 11:00 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. Luncheon & Program: 12:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m. Hotel Irvine, 17900 Jamboree Road, Irvine, CA 92614 |
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*Tickets: $175. / Table for 10: $1,650. Tickets are non-refundable. *Ticket price includes self-parking and a six-month subscription to the Orange County Business Journal (*$15 allocated to the subscription). New subscribers only. Current subscribers may gift the subscription to a colleague. TICKET SALES FOR PREFERRED SEATING ENDS AT 12:00 NOON (PACIFIC) October 9, 2020. Day-of-event ticket sales will be available October 22, 2020 from 11:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. at Hotel Irvine (open seating only; limited number of seats available).
The Orange County Business Journal is proud to announce the 21st annual FAMILY-OWNED BUSINESS AWARDS. This awards event is the perfect opportunity to recognize clients, colleagues and friends whose Orange-County-based family owned firms have distinguished themselves via their business accomplishments and contributions to the local community. Self-nominations are encouraged. To qualify, company must have at least 2 family members actively involved in the business. 
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2020 GENERAL COUNSEL AWARDS
Nomination Deadline: August 19, 2020. DINNER & AWARDS PROGRAM November 17, 2020 Registration (all attendees): 5:00 – 6:15 p.m. VIP Reception (sponsors and nominees only): 5:00 – 6:15 p.m. Dinner & Program: 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Hotel Irvine 17900 Jamboree Road, Irvine, CA 92614 *Tickets: $275. / Table for 10: $2,600. Tickets are non-refundable. *Ticket price includes self-parking and a six-month subscription to the Orange County Business Journal (*$15 allocated to the subscription). New subscribers only. Current subscribers may gift the subscription to a colleague. TICKET SALES FOR PREFERRED SEATING ENDS AT 12:00 NOON (PACIFIC) November 3, 2020. Day-of-event ticket sales will be available November 17, 2020 from 11:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. at Hotel Irvine (open seating only; limited number of seats available).
The Orange County Business Journal accepted nominations for the 11th annual GENERAL COUNSEL AWARDS. The program is designed to recognize the significant role in-house counsels play in the success of businesses within our community. Awards are presented in the following categories:
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PREVIOUS OCBJ EVENTS
2020 CFO of the YEAR AWARDSDINNER & AWARDS PROGRAM January 30, 2020 Dinner & Program: 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Hotel Irvine, 17900 Jamboree Road, Irvine, CA 92614 VIEW the Gallery of photos from this event here: 
THE CFO OF THE YEAR AWARDS are presented to area financial professionals for outstanding performance as corporate stewards for the preceding fiscal year. Awards are presented in five categories:
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2019 GENERAL COUNSEL AWARDSDINNER & AWARDS PROGRAMNovember 13, 2019 Dinner & Program: 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Hotel Irvine 17900 Jamboree Road, Irvine, CA 92614 VIEW the Gallery of photos from this event here:
The Orange County Business Journal accepted nominations for the 10th annual GENERAL COUNSEL AWARDS. The program is designed to recognize the significant role in-house counsels play in the success of businesses within our community. |
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2019 CIVIC 50 ORANGE COUNTY AWARDSLUNCHEON & AWARDS PROGRAMOctober 16, 2019 Registration (all attendees): 11:00 a.m.-11:45 a.m. VIP Reception (sponsors and nominees only): 11:00 a.m.-11:45 a.m. Hotel Irvine, 17900 Jamboree Road, Irvine, CA 92614 VIEW the Gallery of photos from this event here:
In 2017, the OC Business Journal partnered with OneOC and Points of Light in an initiative to localize the yearly recognition of the 50 most community-minded companies known as the Civic 50. A nationwide legacy, this event began in 2012 and has since gained momentum in the philanthropic community. Civic 50 Orange County, now in its third year, is a ceremony to recognize honorees by benchmarking and celebrating best practices, it provides visibility and a framework for how local companies can use their employees’ time, skills and other resources to improve the quality of life in our community. Civic 50 OC honorees are selected based upon four dimensions of their community engagement programs: investment, integration, institutionalization and impact, as determined by an annual survey independently administered and scored by True Impact. |
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| This year's event features Neil Bush (third son of former president George H.W. Bush) as its keynote speaker. Serving as chairman of the Points of Light Board of Directors, Neil expands on his father’s vision of inspiring, equipping and mobilizing volunteers to increase capacity for vital social services and for finding innovative solutions that lift individuals, strengthen families, and renew communities. | |
2019 INNOVATOR OF THE YEAR AWARDSLUNCHEON & AWARDS PROGRAM September 25, 2019 Hotel Irvine, 17900 Jamboree Road, Irvine, CA 92614 VIEW the Gallery of photos from this event here:
The Orange County Business Journal’s fifth annual INNOVATOR OF THE YEAR AWARDS honor, recognize and celebrate individuals and their organizations who are creating game-changing products and services, and demonstrate brilliance and leadership in innovation. |
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2019 FAMILY OWNED BUSINESS AWARDSLUNCHEON & AWARDS PROGRAMTuesday, June 4, 2019 — 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Hotel Irvine, 17900 Jamboree Road, Irvine, CA 92614 VIEW the Gallery of photos from this event here:
The Orange County Business Journal is proud to announce the 20th annual FAMILY-OWNED BUSINESS AWARDS. This awards event is the perfect opportunity to recognize clients, colleagues and friends whose Orange-County-based family owned firms have distinguished themselves via their business accomplishments and contributions to the local community. Self-nominations are encouraged. To qualify, company must have at least 2 family members actively involved in the business. |
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2019 WOMEN IN BUSINESS AWARDSLUNCHEON & AWARDS PROGRAMMay 8, 2019 Luncheon & Program: 12:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m. Hotel Irvine 17900 Jamboree Road Irvine, CA 92614 VIEW the Gallery of photos from this event here:
The Women in Business Awards Luncheon & Program honors five exceptional business and professional OC women. The Women in Business Special Report, publishing on April 15, 2019, will feature profiles and photos of this year’s nominees plus articles of interest from Women in Business sponsors and advertisers. Self-nominations are welcome. |
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2019 CFO of the YEAR AWARDSDINNER & AWARDS PROGRAMThursday, January 31, 2019 Dinner & Program: 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Hotel Irvine 17900 Jamboree Road, Irvine, CA 92614 VIEW the Gallery of photos from this event here:
THE 2019 CFO OF THE YEAR AWARDS are presented to area financial professionals for outstanding performance as corporate stewards for the preceding fiscal year. |
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