The Punjabi Chamber of Commerce (PCC) hosted its spectacular GALA 2025 in New Jersey, bringing together business leaders, entrepreneurs, professionals, and community changemakers from around the world for an unforgettable night of celebration, recognition, and connection.
The evening opened with an inspiring address by Founder Trustee Gurpreet (Gary) Pasricha, who highlighted the Chamber’s mission to unite and empower the global Punjabi community through collaboration, opportunity, and shared values.
Adding to the evening’s significance, Raj Bath, Executive Director of the New Jersey India Commission, shared remarks emphasizing the vital role of the Punjabi community in strengthening economic and cultural ties between India and the United States.
The GALA also featured an engaging keynote address by Sandeep Kalra, whose insights on innovation, leadership, and global entrepreneurship resonated deeply with attendees. The celebration reached new heights with an electrifying live performance by international artist Mickey Singh, who captivated the audience with his energy and music.
A major highlight of the evening was the PCC Awards Ceremony, honoring distinguished achievers for their excellence and leadership across industries:
🏆 Tech Visionary Award – Luvleen Sidhu
🏆 Start-Up Innovator Award – Rizz Wireless (Harveer Singh & Ganpatsingh Rajput)
🏆 Social Impact Award – Dr. Balpreet Grewal-Virk
🏆 Finance Leader of the Year – Manpreet Singh
🏆 Business of the Year – Biz2Credit (Ramit & Rohit Arora)
🏆 CEO of the Year – Sandeep Kalra
🏆 Healthcare Leadership Award – Dr. Rajiv Narula
Speaking about the success of the event, Gary Pasricha, Founder Trustee of the Punjabi Chamber of Commerce, said:
“GALA 2025 was more than a celebration — it was a testament to the power of unity, hard work, and community pride. When Punjabis come together, we don’t just celebrate success — we build it.”
The GALA brought together trustees, sponsors, and members from PCC chapters worldwide, reflecting the organization’s growing global footprint and commitment to fostering entrepreneurship, cultural pride, and cross-border collaboration.
As the Punjabi Chamber of Commerce continues to expand its initiatives across continents, GALA 2025 stands as a shining example of how culture, commerce, and community can come together to inspire excellence and create lasting impact.
