# Event Details

- **Event Name**: 2026: Business Recognition Awards Ceremony & Annual Meeting 
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 20 Feb, 2026 at 07:00 am – Fri, 20 Feb, 2026 at 10:00 am
- **Event Description**: The 2026 Business Recognition Award Ceremony & Annual Meeting presented by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, Corewell Health, Honor Credit Union and The Batalis Agency— Farm Bureau Insurance returns Friday, February 20th! Doors open at 7:00am and the program begins at 7:30am at Grand Upton Hall located in the Mendel Center at Lake Michigan College.

We will be announcing our new Board of Directors, sharing our Young Professionals Board – NextGen, recapping 2025, sharing exciting news for 2026 and handing out our Business Recognition Awards!Just like the past few years, LIVE VOTING is back for 2026! Be part of the excitement as YOU help select our Business Recognition Award winners—live, the morning of the event!

Event Details:
? Date: Friday, February 20, 2026
⏰ Time: Doors open at 7:00 a.m., program begins at 7:30 a.m.
? Location: Lake Michigan College Mendel Center’s Grand Upton Hall

Nominations are closed but view additional details and criteria at bit.ly/BRBAwards2026

AWARD CATEGORIES-
Business Focused:

Best New Business
-Small Business of the Year
-Economic Impact
-Non - Profit Excellence
-Community Placemaking 

Individual Focused:
-Rising Star
-The Pat Moody Award


View our 2025 Business Recognition Breakfast Recap Video at bit.ly/2025BRBRECAPVIDEO ! 

Sponsorships Close, FRIDAY JANUARY 16TH: View tiers and benefits at the bottom of the page: bit.ly/BRBAwards2026

Interested in sponsoring email Jasmine at jhansen@smrchamber.com.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/benton-harbor/2026-business-recognition-awards-ceremony-and-annual-meeting/200029265763440
- **Event Categories**: meetups, workshops, health-wellness
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 62

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Benton Harbor
- **state**: MI
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Grand Upton Hall - 1100 Yore Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
- **lat**: 42.09804
- **long**: -86.38763
- **full address**: Grand Upton Hall - 1100 Yore Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is 2026: Business Recognition Awards Ceremony & Annual Meeting  being held?
  - **A:** 2026: Business Recognition Awards Ceremony & Annual Meeting  takes place on Fri, 20 Feb, 2026 at 07:00 am to Fri, 20 Feb, 2026 at 10:00 am at Grand Upton Hall - 1100 Yore Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing 2026: Business Recognition Awards Ceremony & Annual Meeting ?
  - **A:** 2026: Business Recognition Awards Ceremony & Annual Meeting  is organized by Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** 2026: Business Recognition Awards Ceremony & Annual Meeting  is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Benton Harbor, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 60+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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