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2026 - Annual Gala

February 7, 2026 4:30 PM - 10:00 PM (CST)

Description

The McLean County Chamber of Commerce will celebrate the 16th Annual Business Excellence Awards at our Annual Gala, presented by Commerce Bank.

We’re excited to have you join us as we honor the achievements that have shaped our community and recognize the outstanding contributions of the businesses and individuals who make this organization thrive. This Gala is a heartfelt celebration of you, our members, and the incredible work you do every day.

Judged and selected by Chamber Executives from across our state, the winners of these prestigious awards honor member businesses, agencies, and individuals that have shown outstanding performance, quality customer service and business distinctiveness in six categories: New and Emerging Business Excellence, Micro Business Excellence, Small Business Excellence, Large Business Excellence, Nonprofit Agency Excellence, and Legacy of Excellence.

Please read and share the following important information with all of your guests:

DRESS SUGGESTION: Black Tie is suggested.
SPECIAL SEATING REQUESTS: The GALA is an 'assigned seating' event. All efforts will be made to accommodate your groups at the same table or nearby tables. Tables seat ten.

MENU:

STARTER
Spinach & Arugula Salad
Dried Apricots, Craisins, Cherries, Walnuts, Goat Cheese Crumble
Raspberry -or- Maple Balsamic Vinaigrette
Rolls & Butter

ENTREE
Pork Loin Forestier (Gluten Friendly)
Grilled Pork Loin Rubbed with Garlic & Fine Herbs, Topped with a Rich Mushroom & Bermuda Onion Demi-Glace
Carrots & Broccolini
Browned Gratin Potatoes

VEGETARIAN/VEGAN
Mushroom Stack
Marinated Mushroom with Balsamic Vegetables Served on a Bed of Vegan Risotto, Topped with a Roasted Red Pepper Sauce

DESSERT
Assorted Mini Dessert Plate
Chocolate Covered Strawberries, Petite Fours, Chocolate Cups with Peppermint Mousse
Top 9 Dessert (Vegetarian/Vegan/Gluten Friendly)

Time

4:30 - 5:45pm
Cocktail Reception | Concourse

6:00 - 7:00pm
Dinner | Brown Ballroom

7:15 - 9:15pm
Show | Braden Auditorium

9:15 - 10:00pm
After Party | Brown Ballroom

Pricing

Tickets:
$160 per individual ticket | $1,600 per table of 10

Sponsorships:

Diamond Sponsor - $5,100

10 Event Tickets
Podium Recognition At Event
Company Logo Featured On Event Webpage & Email
Facebook Post With Company Tagged
Company Name Featured on Chamber News Event Post
Logo Featured on Program, Signage, Screens

Emerald Sponsor - $2,600

8 Event Tickets
Podium Recognition At Event
Company Logo Featured On Event Webpage & Email
Facebook Post With Company Tagged
Company Name Featured on Chamber News Event Post
Logo Featured on Program, Signage, Screens

Photo Sponsor - $2,050 (1 available)

2 Event Tickets
Photos Shares On Social Media With Watermark
Company Logo Featured On Event Webpage & Email
Facebook Post With Company Tagged
Company Name Featured on Chamber News Event Pos
Logo Featured on Program, Signage, Screens

Ruby Sponsor - $1,600

6 Event Tickets
Company Logo Featured On Event Webpage
Facebook Post With Company Tagged
Company Name Featured on Chamber News Event Post
Logo Featured on Program, Signage, Screens

Sapphire Sponsor - $1,050

4 Event Tickets
Company Logo Featured On Event Webpage & Email
Facebook Post With Company Tagged
Company Name Featured on Chamber News Event Post
Logo Featured on Program, Signage, Screens

Topaz Sponsor - $650

2 Event Tickets
Logo Featured On Event Webpage & Email
Facebook Post With Company Tagged
Company Name Featured on Chamber News Event Post
Logo Featured on Program, Signage, Screens

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Contact Information

Name: Lily Hoops
Phone: (309) 829-1188
Email: lily@mcleancochamber.org

Refund Policy: Ticket refund requests must be received at least 7 calendar days prior to the Annual Gala. Ticket refunds may be issued in the form of original payment or an account credit to be transferred to a future event. No ticket refunds or transferences shall be issued if the request is outside of the allowable timeframe.

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