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Signature Event

Annual Awards Gala

An evening honoring the Business of the Year, Small Business of the Year, and Community Impact award recipients.

Black-tie-optional dinner celebrating the businesses and leaders who defined the year in Waukegan. Awards are selected by a member committee from open nominations.

Nominations close October 31. Sponsorships include table hosting, program placement, and stage recognition.

Also coming up

Start the morning with 120 Waukegan owners and executives, a working breakfast, and a briefing on lakefront redevelopment.

7:30 – 9:00 AM · Waukegan Harbor Pavilion

A hands-on afternoon workshop on pricing, cash flow, and building a marketing engine that runs without you.

1:00 – 4:00 PM · Chamber Learning Room

OCT8

The Mayor's annual address to the business community, followed by a moderated Q&A and a member marketplace.

11:30 AM – 1:30 PM · Genesee Theatre

Grow Your Business. Strengthen Your Community.

Membership connects you to the people, resources, and visibility that move a Waukegan business forward.