Better Business Bureau’s annual Torch Awards honor organizations and individuals that demonstrate excellence in the marketplace, a higher level of character and a commitment to community. The event consists of entertainment, awards program, dinner and more each year!
2025 Torch Awards: A Celebration of Excellence
Join us for a night of entertainment, dining and honoring local Southeast Texas businesses and entrepreneurs, as we host our 27th Torch Awards!
Thursday, June 5, 2025
Beaumont Civic Center
Doors open at 6pm
Dinner by: Bando's Catering
Signature Raffle filled with the best of local favorites, mixed with fun, unique and luxury packages.
Live Auction: Auctioneer, Scott Droddy will help raise funds for our Education Foundation Scholarship Programs and we can guarantee it will be fun and lively! Guests can look forward to a fabulous array of items to choose from.
Celebration: Announcing and recognizing the winners of Torch and Spark Awards for Ethics, Leader of Industry Honorees, the "John L. Bell Jr. Friend of the BBB" Award, Industrial Excellence Award, and Southeast Texas Businessman and Businesswoman of the Year Awards.
Attire: Formal, Red Carpet
A premier event for Southeast Texas businesses!
Table Sponsorships: starting at $850
Individual Tickets: $125
Location: Beaumont Civic Center: 701 Main Street, Beaumont, TX. 77701. Parking and Entry on the South side/main entrance through main lobby
Proceeds from this event benefit BBB Southeast Texas Education Foundation providing funding to local scholarships, programs, grants and endowments.

Thank you to our 2025 Torch Award Sponsors