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Celebrate Regional Businesses at Marian’s Annual B&I Dinner
Marian University is hosting the 44th Annual Business and Industry Awards on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, at the Marian University Stayer Center. This year’s event will bring together community and business leaders to honor the organizations that are driving innovation and economic growth in our area.
The night begins with a reception at 5:00 pm in the Dale R. Michels Atrium, with dinner at 6:00 pm in the Stayer Dining Room. Marian President Aaron Sadoff will be the Master of Ceremonies, with the awards program starting at 7:00 pm. All proceeds will go directly to student scholarships. Tickets are $150 per person, and the dress code is business attire.
This year, we’re proud to shine a spotlight on these honorees:
- Spirit of Hospitality Award: Wendt’s on the Lake
- Community Collaboration Award: Sophia Partners
- Economic Development Award: Village of Campbellsport
- Entrepreneur of the Year: Poco Pizza
- Special Achievement Award: Knuth Brewing
- Business of the Year: Quest Interiors
- Manufacturing Entrepreneur of the Year: Carbliss, Inc.
- International Business Achievement Award: Wells Vehicle Electronics
- George Becker Business Spirit Award: Fond du Lac Area Foundation
To view the full descriptions of the Awards: https://www.marianuniversity.edu/marian-universitys-business-industry-awards/business-and-industry-award-descriptions/
To register for the Business and Industry Awards Dinner:
https://www.marianuniversity.edu/marian-universitys-business-industry-awards/
For any questions, please contact: specialevents@marianuniversity.edu, (920) 923-7164.
There are also sponsorship opportunities available.
Business and Industry Awards Dinner Sponsorship Levels
CEO Sponsor — $3,000
- Registration for eight
- Verbal recognition during the awards ceremony
- Acknowledgement in event program
- Logo placement in official event presentation
- Invitation to private reception with the award winners
Vice President Sponsor — $1,500
- Seating for four
- Verbal recognition and acknowledgement in event program
- Logo placement in official event presentation
Director Sponsor — $500
- Acknowledgement in event program
- Logo placement in official event presentation
To learn more about sponsorships, please visit: https://www.marianuniversity.edu/marian-universitys-business-industry-awards/ For questions on sponsorships, please contact Kim Laws, Vice President for Advancement and Alumni: kdlaws19@marianuniversity.edu, (920) 923-8604.