The Miami Beach Ball | 99th Annual Awards Dinner and Gala

Benefitting The Miami Beach Chamber of Commerce, held at the Loews Miami Beach Hotel and Presented by City National Bank of Florida, the sold-out event welcomed over 600 guests for an evening full of celebration, connection, and community spirit under the theme “From Sand to Sparkle: A Journey Through the Magic of Miami Beach.”

Seth Feuer, Robin Jacobs, Steven Kreinik, Linsey Lovell, Bruce Gould, Aaron Tandy, Richard Segal, Brittnie Bassant, Alfredo J. Gonzalez, Richard Pototsky, Michael S. Goldberg

The Miami Beach Chamber of Commerce recently hosted its 99th Annual Awards Dinner and Gala, The Miami Beach Ball, at the Loews Miami Beach Hotel. Presented by City National Bank of Florida, the sold-out event welcomed over 600 guests for an evening full of celebration, connection, and community spirit under the theme “From Sand to Sparkle: A Journey Through the Magic of Miami Beach.”

One memorable highlight of the night was a reimagined Miami Beach Boardwalk experience that took guests on a journey through South Beach, Mid Beach, and North Beach. As attendees made their way along the recreated boardwalk, they enjoyed entertainment and culinary delights that brought the city to life. Iconic restaurants like Carbone, Mango’s Tropical Café, and Smith & Wollensky showcased the flavor and flair of Miami Beach, while students from the Miami Beach Senior High Culinary Program impressed guests with gourmet creations. The student-run activation was a proud moment for the Chamber, as their program is directly funded by the Chamber’s Education Foundation—demonstrating the powerful impact of community support.

Richard Segal, Chief Wayne A. Jones, Robyn Malek, Robin Jacobs, Brittnie Bassant
Andres Asion, Freddie Peterson, Max Sklar
Brittnie Bassant, Luther Campbell, Richard Segal

The Chamber extends heartfelt thanks to Gala Co-Chairs Robin Jacobs and Richard Pototsky for their dedication and thoughtful contributions to the event’s success. Jacobs, also Co-Chair of the Education Foundation, reflected on the evening: “Helping lead this gala has been one of the greatest joys of my professional journey. It was inspiring to see so many generous and passionate people come together for the sake of our students and our city’s future.”

Gratitude was also expressed to Chamber Chairman Richard Segal and President & CEO Brittnie Bassant for their leadership and presence throughout the evening. “The Miami Beach Ball was more than just an evening of celebration — it was a true reflection of the Chamber’s values: community, collaboration, and impact,” said Segal. Bassant added, “From the honorees to the heartfelt support for our Education Foundation, the night reminded us of the power of unity and purpose.”

Guests demonstrated extraordinary generosity during the Education Foundation donation appeal, raising funds to support public school programs focused on education, healthcare, and career development.

Brittnie Bassant, Mayor Steven Meiner
Brittnie Bassant, Mayor Steven Meiner
Brittnie Bassant, State Representative Fabian Basabe, Former Mayor Matti Herrera Bower

Chamber Individual and Organizational Honorees

Barry Skolnick
Leonard A. “Doc” Baker Lifetime Achievement Award
Gift of Life Marrow Registry
Jan Pfeiffer Distinguished Service Award
Haute Living
Corporate Citizen of the Year
Luther “Uncle Luke” Campbell
City National Bank Beach High Outstanding Achievement Award
Major Food Group
Excellence in Tourism Award

Michael S. Goldberg, Linsey Lovell, Aaron Tandy, Richard Segal, Robin Jacobs, Brittnie Bassant, Bruce Gould
Brittnie Bassant, Eddie Dominguez
Brittnie Bassant
Kamal Hotchandani, April Irene Donelson
Kamal Hotchandani, April Irene Donelson
Michael S. Goldberg, Robert Wolfarth, Commissioner Alex Fernandez, Former Mayor Matti Herrera Bower, Valerie Navarrette
Richard Segal, Jeff Zalaznick, Major Food Group Team, Brittnie Bassant
Robin Jacobs & Richard Pototsky
Robin Jacobs & Richard Pototsky
Robin Jacobs, Richard Segal, Barry Skolnick, Missy Skolnick, Brittnie Bassant
Robin Jacobs, Richard Segal, Brittnie Bassant, Richard Pototsky
Mango's Dancers, Grant Miller
Sazon Cubano
Carbone
Guests
Saun Lightbourne & Performers