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The 2026 Premier Business Awards & Annual Luncheon

June 25, 2026 | 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM | Colonial Heritage Club

A New Era of Excellence. Success in Greater Williamsburg is a shared journey, and this June, we invite you to see that journey celebrated on the main stage. The GWCC is proud to introduce The 2026 Premier Business Awards & Annual Luncheon—a high-prestige, seated event at the Colonial Heritage Club. Moving away from the traditional mixer format, this streamlined program honors our community's greatest milestones and the visionary leaders driving our economy forward.

Honoring the Best of the GWCC

We are officially seeking nominations for the 2026 Awards. Help us identify the trailblazers, the anchors, and the innovators in our region.

Award Categories:

• Small Business of the Year: Recognizing staying power and growth for businesses operating 3+ years.
• Early-Stage Business of the Year: Celebrating innovation and resilience in businesses operating 1–3 years.
• Entrepreneur of the Year: Honoring the founders and owners who embody the spirit of grit and creativity.
• Non-Profit of the Year: Recognizing the 501(c)(3) organizations that serve as the backbone of our community.
• Emerging Leader of the Year: Celebrating high-impact professionals under the age of 40.

Nominations Close: April 22nd

Join the Celebration

Experience a distinguished afternoon at Colonial Heritage as we gather to honor the collective achievements of our business community. The program features our "Year in Review"—a reflection on the milestones and advocacy efforts that defined the past year, as well as a forward-looking preview of the GWCC’s vision for the future of Greater Williamsburg.

Enjoy a seated luncheon alongside the region’s top executives and community stakeholders as we present our 2026 Premier Business Awards.

Registration

• Early Bird Ticket: $60 (Available through May 20th)
• Member Ticket: $65
• Prospective Member Ticket: $85
• Member Reserved Table (8 Seats): $550 - Book early and save $50 per table through May 20th!
• Prospective Member Reserved Table (8 Seats): $750 - Book early and save $50 per table through May 20th!

Partner with the GWCC

Sponsoring the Premier Business Awards aligns your brand with excellence and provides direct access to an elite audience of 300+ CEOs, founders, and community decision-makers. Position your organization as a primary supporter of the innovation that makes Greater Williamsburg a premier destination for business.