The Annual Niagara USA Chamber Honors Awards Luncheon

Celebrate the businesses, leaders, and innovators shaping Niagara County.

Join us for the Niagara USA Chamber’s Annual Chamber Honors Luncheon, a signature event dedicated to recognizing the exceptional businesses and individuals driving economic vitality, leadership, and collaboration across Niagara County.

Held on Thursday, May 14, 2026, the Chamber Honors Luncheon brings together approximately 350–400 business leaders, executives, and community stakeholders for an engaging, business-focused celebration of excellence.

New for 2026, the Chamber Honors event will be presented in a luncheon format, making it more accessible for professionals while preserving the prestige and impact that define this cornerstone Chamber event. The program will feature a concise awards presentation, opportunities for networking, and recognition of those whose work strengthens our regional economy and community.

** Prior to the awards program, Niagara USA Chamber Board Chair Heidi Urban will deliver a brief “State of the Chamber”

2026 Chamber Honors Awards

The Niagara USA Chamber invites nominations for the following awards. Award recipients will be honored live at the Chamber Honors Luncheon.

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Nomination-Based Awards

• Business of the Year
  Recognizes a business demonstrating exceptional performance, leadership, and impact while contributing meaningfully to Niagara County’s economic vitality.

• Business Person of the Year
  Honors an individual whose leadership, vision, and influence have made a measurable difference within their organization and across the regional business community.

• Small Business of the Year
  Celebrates a small business showing resilience, innovation, and positive momentum while contributing to the character and economy of Niagara County.

• Innovation Award
  Recognizes an organization that has embraced innovation to improve products, services, processes, or business models in ways that position it for long-term success.

• Collaboration / Partnership Award
  Honors a partnership or collaborative effort demonstrating the power of organizations working together to achieve outcomes not possible independently.

• Young Professional of the Year
  Recognizes a rising professional who has demonstrated leadership, initiative, and impact early in their career while contributing meaningfully to Niagara County’s business and civic community.

Chamber & Partner Awards

• National Grid Green Award
  Recognizes leadership in sustainability, energy efficiency, and environmentally responsible business practices.

• Excellence in Tourism Award
  Honors an organization or initiative that has significantly advanced tourism, destination development, and visitor experience in Niagara County.

• Father Levesque Community Advocacy Award
  Recognizes an individual or organization whose advocacy efforts have meaningfully advanced the wellbeing and vitality of the Niagara County community.

• Chairwoman’s Award
  Presented by the Chamber Chair to recognize exceptional contribution or leadership that reflects a singular impact on the Chamber and its mission.

Thank You to Our Sponsors

PRESENTING SPONSOR

LEADERSHIP CIRCLE/GREEN AWARD SPONSOR

LEADERSHIP CIRCLE SPONSORS

MOCKTAIL SPONSOR

Tickets, Tables, and Sponsorships

Tickets, reserved tables, vendor tables, and sponsorship opportunities for the 2026 Chamber Honors Luncheon are now available.

This event consistently attracts senior decision-makers from across Niagara County and offers sponsors meaningful visibility with a highly engaged business audience.

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Questions or More Information

For event details, sponsorship opportunities, or nomination questions, please contact:

Niagara USA Chamber of Commerce
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