2026 Champion Awards Reception and Luncheon

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Champion Awards Honoree Reception

December 8 | 5:30–7:00 PM

Hilton Garden Inn | Independence, Missouri

Four Awards Presented

An evening dedicated to celebrating all of our Champion Award honorees! This special reception brings together award recipients, Chamber members, colleagues, friends, and community supporters for an evening of recognition, networking, and celebration.

While all Champion Award honorees are invited to participate in the evening's festivities, four awards will be formally presented during a special recognition program beginning at 6:00 PM.

Awards Presented at the Reception:

• Ambassador of the Year
• Emerging LEADer
• Entrepreneurship
• Innovation

Tickets are available for $25 for Chamber members, colleagues, friends, and community supporters who wish to join us in celebrating the individuals and businesses making a difference in Independence.

Champion Awards Luncheon

December 9 | 11:30 - 1:00 PM

Hilton Garden Inn | Independence, Missouri

Seven Awards Presented

The Independence Chamber of Commerce's signature awards celebration brings together business and community leaders to recognize outstanding achievement, service, investment, and lasting contributions to Independence.

This special luncheon honors the businesses, organizations, and individuals whose leadership, commitment, and accomplishments are helping shape the future of our community.

Seven prestigious Champion Awards will be presented live during the luncheon, celebrating excellence in business, philanthropy, advocacy, redevelopment, community service, and extraordinary leadership.

Awards Presented at the Luncheon:

• Corporate Citizen & Philanthropy
• Distinguished Service
• Advocacy
• Redevelopment & Revitalization
• Small Business (Less than 100 Employees)
• Business (More than 100 Employees)
• Above & Beyond Legacy Award – Sponsored by Brad Speaks

Join us as we recognize those who go above and beyond to strengthen our business community and make Independence a better place to live, work, and thrive. 

Tickets are available for $40 for members and $50 for non-members.

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