The Lima/Allen County Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the 24th Annual Awards Gala on Thursday May 7, 2026. We invite you to join us and enjoy this elegant evening where we will recognize area businesses and leaders for outstanding accomplishments.

Our theme this year is underway and will be announced soon!
Cheers!🥂

The evening will begin at 5:30 pm.  Dinner begins at 6:00 pm. 
Following dinner, the 2026 Awards will be presented.

Emcee:

Matthew Childers
Executive Director, Allen Lima Leadership, and
Director of Tier Membership & New Business Development
Lima/Allen County Chamber of Commerce

Keynote Speaker:
coming soon!
 

The 2026 Chamber Award finalists are: 

Young Leader of the Year Award - Sponsored by Mercy Health
coming soon!

Emerging Business of the Year Award - Sponsored by State Bank
coming soon!

Woman-Owned Business of the Year Award - Sponsored by Huntington National Bank
coming soon!

Non-Profit Agency of the Year Award - Sponsored by Cenovus Lima Refinery
coming soon!

ATHENA Award - Sponsored by Lima Chevrolet Cadillac
coming soon!

Small Business of the Year Award - Sponsored by Citizens National Bank
coming soon!

Above and Beyond Award - Sponsored by Tomorrow's Technology Today
coming soon!

Agricultural Impact Award - Sponsored by Nutrien
coming soon!