It’s Time to Recognize Hillsboro’s Best! Please make nominations for our annual awards, with winners annouced at the March 19th 2026 annual dinner.
It’s Time to Recognize Hillsboro’s Best!
Do you know a business or individual who’s made a real difference in our community?Nominations are now open through midnight on Saturday, February 21st 2026.
The winners will be announced and honored at our annual Chamber dinner on Thursday, March 19th 2026.
Submit nominations at this link: https://shorturl.at/p87K2
For generations, our annual Dinner & Awards has brought the Hillsboro community together to celebrate excellence and recognize both businesses and individuals.
This evening is more than just dinner and awards — it’s a long standing Hillsboro tradition focused on connection, employee team building, networking, and community pride.
Your will enjoy hearing updates on our community, meeting local businesses and leaders, and experiencing the sense of belonging that comes from being part of something big.
Most importantly, your presence truly matters. For our award recipients, seeing friends, colleagues, employees, and community partners in attendance makes the recognition even more meaningful. Your support helps honor their hard work, dedication, and impact — and turns this celebration into a shared community moment.
There are three options for securing your attendance or sponsorship:
Registration by Email: memberservices@hillsborochamber.org
Register Online: At this Link
Call: 254-582-2481
(All registrants will receive an invoice and confirmations via email)
Please call the Chamber if you need assistance or have questions.
Dinner and Awards Night Overview
Cocktail reception and networking mixer
Catered dinner with seated service
Program and Award Presentations
Opening Remarks by the Hillsboro Chamber and Presenting Sponsor
Updates and addresses by:
- Megan Henderson, Hillsboro City Manager
- Shane Brassell, Hill County Judge
- Jessica Trew, Hillsboro Economic Development Director
- Angelia Orr, Texas State Representative
- Ross Perot Jr., Businessman, Real Estate Developer, and current U.S. Chamber of Commerce Board Chair
Award presentations and acceptances
Local Business of the Year
Regional Business of the Year
Farm Family of the Year
Citizen of the Year
2026 Chamber Hall of Fame Inductee
Chamber membership is not a requirement to attend the dinner.
All businesses, organizations and community members are invited to attend.
Other Information:
The evening typically has 330+ attendees
Complimentary beverages will be available when you arrive
You may request, or bring wine, beer and other beverages to enjoy at your table
You are welcome to stay after the dinner close to greet award winners, speakers, and attendees.
Please call 254-582-2481 if you need assistance with information or registering for the Thursday, March 19th, 2026 event. Sponsorships with premium seating and individual tickets are available, but are expected to sell out. Chamber membership is not required to attend the dinner, and special accomodations can be made for those who inquire.
We are including a Reporter Newspaper article from the October 2024 event:
Please contact the Hillsboro, Texas area Chamber of Commerce at 254-582-2481 if you need assistance or more information.
Submit nominations at this link: https://shorturl.at/p87K2
Register online for the dinner at this link
