Join Us For Our Annual Gala and Celebrate Our Community Honorees

I am pleased to announce it’s almost time for our annual black-tie gala, The Dutchess: A Royal Affair, on March 4, 2023. Join the stars of the Hudson Valley in your finest royal attire, and enjoy delicious cuisine, decadent cocktails, delightful company, and dance the night away while celebrating some of the best in local business.

The gala will take place in the county’s Queen City of Poughkeepsie at the award-winning Hudson Valley venue, The Grandview, 176 Rinaldi Boulevard. See DCRCOC.org/gala for ticket information and a full list of sponsors.
Not only do we always have a great time, but we also take this opportunity to recognize several unsung leaders of the Hudson Valley, who have contributed a great deal to our local business community. Our Honorees this year are Salvatore A. Calta, Jr., retired from IBM, and Steven V. Lant, retired from Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corporation for the Leadership Awards; Maureen Kangas, retired from the Poughkeepsie Grand Hotel & Conference Center and Bonura Hospitality Group for the Community Spirit Award; Shirley Adams from Catharine Street Community Center for the Community Service Award; and Matthew Sabellico from Sabellico Greenhouse and Florist, Inc. for the Next Generation Award. What better way to spread some positive spirit than by giving thanks to those that have made a tremendous impact on our Hudson Valley business community for decades?

Join us for a night featuring an extended cocktail hour, a full three-course dinner, a premium open bar, and great music for dancing with the band, Jungle Love. Plus, we give everyone chances to win prizes worth thousands in value! 
This annual signature event would not be possible without the support of our generous sponsors, including our Gala Platinum Sponsor, KeyBank. You will want to get your tickets early, as this is always a sell-out event! I look forward to celebrating with you all on March 4, attending is a great way to show us you know how to Think Local First!
 
Frank M. Castella, Jr. is the President and CEO of the Dutchess County Regional Chamber of Commerce