Annual Dinner

An Evening of Celebration, Connection, and Community Impact

• Date: Thursday, May 15 
• Location: Starved Rock Lodge and Conference Center

Join us for the 2025 Ottawa Area Chamber Annual Dinner, an unforgettable evening celebrating the strength, growth, and collaboration of our local business community. This signature event brings together business leaders, community champions, and Chamber members to reflect on the year’s accomplishments, recognize outstanding achievements, and look ahead to an even brighter future.

Why You Should Attend

Whether you're a small business owner, corporate leader, or community advocate, the Annual Dinner is your opportunity to:

• Celebrate Milestones: Applaud fellow Chamber members for business anniversaries and accomplishments.

• Honor Local Leaders: Recognize individuals whose commitment and passion drive the vitality of Ottawa’s economy and community.

• Gain Insight & Inspiration: Hear from our Keynote Speaker, Brent Roalson, former Ottawa Chief of Police, who will share his vision for the future of Ottawa—built on a foundation of integrity, innovation, and heart.

• Network with Purpose: Connect with local professionals, leaders, and stakeholders in a welcoming, collaborative environment.

Reserve Your Seat

Seats fill quickly, so don’t wait to secure your spot at one of the Chamber’s most anticipated events of the year.

Celebrate. Connect. Inspire. Be part of the 2025 Ottawa Area Chamber Annual Dinner—where we honor the past, engage in the present, and shape the future of Ottawa together.