Tolland County Chamber of CommerceRooted in Community, Driven by Excellence

Tolland County Chamber of Commerce

69th Annual Meeting & Awards Celebration

An autumn evening celebrating the people and businesses whose leadership, innovation and service help Tolland County thrive.

Join the celebration
ThursdayOctober 29, 2026
Time5:00–8:00 PM
LocationThe Lodge at Crandall's Park120 Cider Mill Road · Tolland, CT
Celebrating businesses that make Tolland County thrive

Our 2026 Business Recognition Award Winners

Corporate Citizen Award

American Eagle Financial Credit Union

Community leadership, generosity and lasting local impact.

Economic Development Award

Spice Town

Growth, reinvestment and new opportunities for our community.

Best New Business Award

Naiche Public Insurance Adjusters, Inc.

Innovation, growth and an impressive start in business.

Beautification Award

Jerry Fornarelli and the CT Golfland Green Family of Businesses

Transforming a Vernon landmark into a vibrant family destination.

Nonprofit of the Year

Opportunity Works Connecticut

Creating opportunity, confidence and stronger community connections.

The voices of the evening
Guest Speaker

Rebecca Bertoldi

AI & Business

A focused 20-minute look at artificial intelligence and business.

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Emcee

Jeff Boniface

Founder · JeffBHosts · Navy Veteran

Guiding the evening and helping us celebrate each recipient.

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Event Videographer

Melanie Merkel

Community Voice Channel

Capturing the honorees, connections and celebration.

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October 29 · 5:00–8:00 PM

An evening of connection & celebration

Proposed timeline · Times and program details are subject to confirmation.

  1. Check in, graze & connect

    Harvest Grazing Table, drinks and networking.

  2. Welcome & Annual Meeting

    Sponsor recognition, Chamber business and a look back at the year.

  3. Passing of the gavel

    Outgoing President’s remarks, the formal transition and incoming President’s welcome.

  4. AI & Business

    Guest speaker Rebecca Bertoldi.

  5. 2026 Business Recognition Awards

    Presentations, recipient remarks, photographs and closing acknowledgments.

Food & beverages included with admission

Come hungry. Raise a glass.

A generous harvest spread and a fully hosted seasonal beverage service—made for mingling.

Featured experienceThe evening's centerpiece

The Harvest Grazing Table

An abundant autumn-inspired spread created for mingling.

Michele MartinezOwner · Front Porch Charcuterie, LLCWebsite
Featured experienceA fully hosted seasonal bar

Seasonal Sips

Serving beer, wine, soda, water, homemade apple cider and seasonal mocktails.

Beer & WineSoda & WaterCider & Mocktails
The Tipsy TravelersBartending ServicesWebsite
Your seat for the celebration

Tickets

Your ticket includes the grazing table, beverages, guest speaker, Annual Meeting and awards celebration.

Chamber Member$30per person
Non Member$40per person
Register for the Annual Meeting
Help make the evening possible

Sponsorships & Special Thanks

Available exclusive sponsorships include event recognition, a social thank-you and one complimentary ticket.

Exclusive$200

Beer, Wine & Soda Sponsor

Logo recognition at the beverage station and during the celebration.

Exclusive$150

Business Awards Sponsor

Logo recognition with the awards presentation and ceremony.

Thank You!

American Eagle Financial Credit Union

Thank you for sponsoring our room rental and helping make this year’s Annual Meeting & Awards Celebration possible!