Leaders from across the county will gather for this flagship event as we highlight the notable impacts of 2025 and look ahead to the vision and continued regional influence of The Chamber of Catawba County. During the program, we will recognize our Board of Directors and honor the 2025 Ambassador Team of the Year.
Tuesday Feb 24, 2026
Hickory Metro Convention Center Partner Priority Registration - January 19-30
Kim Dahlsten - 828.431.723054th Annual Meeting & Reception 2-24-26

54th Annual Meeting & Reception
Date: February 24, 2026
Time: 3:30-5:30 pm
Location: Hickory Metro Convention Center
3:00-3:30 pm Registration
3:30-4:00 pm 54th Annual Meeting
4:00-5:30 pm Reception & Social
After a brief, impactful program, enjoy the region’s premier professional networking reception. This is an incredible opportunity to connect with influential business and community leaders, strengthen existing partnerships, and forge new ones as we celebrate our collective achievements.
The event will be filled with those who are actively shaping the future of our community, and we invite you to be part of it. Don’t miss out—reserve your spot today and encourage your colleagues to do the same.
Registration will open in January 2026 and includes one (1) drink ticket.
Partner Priority Registration: January 19-30
$85 Chamber Partners
General Registration: February 2-13
$105 Chamber Partners
$130 General Public
Late Registration: February 14-24
$130 Chamber Partners
$150 General Public
Cancellation deadline: February 13
Substitution deadline: February 17
Sponsorships* are available and are reserved on a first come basis. For more information, contact Nathan Cooley, Partner Recruitment & Sponsorship Manager.
Sponsor Appreciation*:
Community Promoter: St. Stephens Lutheran Church & School
*Sponsorship is a privilege of partnership with The Chamber of Catawba County. Date and Time
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM EST
Location
1960 13th Ave Dr SE
Hickory NC 28602Fees/Admission
$85 Chamber Partners
General Registration - February 2-13
$105 Chamber Partners
$130 General Public
Late Registration - February 14-24
$130 Chamber Partners
$150 General Public
Registration and cancellation deadline is February 13
Substitution deadline is February 17Contact Information
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