North Central Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce to host 2nd Annual Small Business Showcase and Entrepreneur Awards Reception

Awards to celebrate small businesses and entrepreneurs

The North Central Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce and the North Central Massachusetts Development Corporation will host the 2nd Annual Small Business Showcase & Entrepreneur Awards Reception this month, bringing together the region’s most innovative small businesses and entrepreneurs for a night of celebration, recognition, and networking.

On Thursday, March 20, the Small Business Showcase & Entrepreneur Awards Reception will be held from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Leominster. The celebration will spotlight the innovation, hard work, and successes that drive our regional economy. With nearly fifty businesses and resource providers exhibiting, the showcase offers an exceptional opportunity for meaningful connections with entrepreneurs, small business owners, and community partners. Over 150 attendees have already registered for this popular networking event.

Guests will enjoy an evening featuring networking opportunities, delicious hors d’oeuvres, and a cash bar while exploring exhibits from local small businesses showcasing their innovative products and services. The highlight of the evening will be the presentation of the Entrepreneur Awards, recognizing individuals and businesses that have demonstrated exceptional vision, resilience, and impact within our communities.

Sponsors include the Premier and Award Recipient Sponsor Fitchburg State University; Corporate Sponsor Fidelity Bank; and Partner Sponsors Rollstone Bank, Main Street Bank, bankHometown, Workers Credit Union, and TD Bank; with Fitchburg East Rotary as bag sponsor; resource partners including MassDevelopment, NewVue Communities, Spanish American Center, Wachusett Business Incubator, Small Business Administration (SBA), Masshire North Central Workforce Board, Small Business Development Center (SBDC), and Massachusetts Office of Business Development (MOBD).

The event is open to all businesses and entrepreneurs in the region. Tickets are $25 per person. Members of the North Central Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce and their guests receive a discounted rate of $15. Pre-registration is required. For more information about the event or to register online, please visit northcentralmass.com or contact Valerie Bruno at 978.353.7600, ext. 235, or at . A number of sponsorship opportunities are also available.

“We look forward to gathering the region’s community and business leaders under one roof as we recognize and support the innovation and successes of our local entrepreneurs and small businesses. Whether you’re a business owner, entrepreneur, or simply interested in supporting the local business community, this event is a great opportunity to be inspired, make valuable connections, and celebrate the spirit of entrepreneurship!” said Valerie Bruno, events and programs manager, North Central Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce.

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