CHAMBER CHAMPIONS GALA 2026: The Weill Center + Black Pig

Chamber Champions Gala 2026

Thursday, February 19, 2026
4:30 PM – 10:00 PM
Downtown Sheboygan

The Chamber Champions Gala is the Sheboygan County Chamber of Commerce’s annual celebration honoring the people, businesses, and organizations that help our community thrive. This signature event brings together leaders from across the county for an evening of recognition, connection, and celebration.

The Gala features a formal awards program and after-party, hosted at two iconic downtown Sheboygan venues: The Weill Center for the Performing Arts and The Black Pig.

⚠️ Dinner tickets are SOLD OUT. A limited number of Awards Show–Only tickets are now available.

Evening Schedule

4:30 PM – Dinner & Networking (Sold Out)

The Black Pig

Dinner and networking will take place at The Black Pig with chef-curated food stations and passed appetizers across all four floors of the venue. Seating is limited and designed to encourage mingling. Cash bars are available on every level.

6:30 PM – Doors Open | Registration & Red Carpet

The Weill Center for the Performing Arts

Awards Show–Only guests are invited to arrive beginning at 6:30 PM to enjoy registration, a red-carpet walk, and photo opportunities before the program begins.

7:00 PM – Awards Show

The Weill Center for the Performing Arts

The formal awards program takes place in the Weill Center theater. Seating is assigned. The program will recognize this year’s Chamber Champion award recipients across multiple categories.

9:00 PM – After-Party

The Black Pig

Following the awards show, guests are invited back to The Black Pig to continue the celebration with socializing and a cash bar.

Awards & Recognition

The Chamber Champions Gala honors excellence in the following categories:

• Working Together

• Non-Profit of the Year

• Safety Leader

• Culinary Star of the Year

• Tourism Gem

• Professional Service Organization of the Year

• Manufacturer of the Year

• Ambassador of the Year

• MVP of the Team

• Retailer of the Year

Emcee

The evening will be emceed by Sheboygan Police Chief Kurt Zempel.

Ticket Information

⚠️ Dinner tickets are SOLD OUT.
A limited number of Awards Show–Only tickets are now available. Pricing remains the same.

Ticket Pricing

• Individual Member Ticket: $100

• Individual Non-Member Ticket: $150

• 10-Pack of Member Tickets: $900

• 10-Pack of Non-Member Tickets: $1,450

What’s Included

Awards Show–Only tickets include:

• Admission to the awards show at The Weill Center

• Access to the after-party at The Black Pig

Dinner and the 4:30 PM networking reception at The Black Pig are sold out and not included.

Cash bars will be available throughout the evening.

Cancellation Policy

No cancellations or refunds will be issued after February 5, 2026.

Dear Chamber Champions Gala Dinner Guests,
 
We are looking forward to celebrating with you at the Sheboygan County Chamber Champions Gala on Thursday, February 19! It is shaping up to be an incredible evening as we gather to recognize and celebrate our outstanding business community.
 
To help you plan ahead, please review the important event details below.
 
🗓 Event Timeline
4:30 – 5:30 PM
Event Registration & Dinner Begins – Black Pig Restaurant
Please enter through the main Black Pig entrance on N. 8th Street. Arrival begins at 4:30 PM. To fully enjoy the dinner experience, guests should plan to arrive as early as possible and absolutely no later than 5:30 PM. Upon check-in, you will receive your name badge, which will include your assigned theater seat for the awards program. If you have a name switch please let Ellie know in advance.
 
5:00 – 6:30 PM
Dinner Experience at Black Pig & The Berkshire.
New This Year – A Dynamic Dining Experience
This year, we are delighted to present a new and exciting format for our dinner.
Enjoy a mingling-style networking experience across all four floors of the building. Each level will feature unique, chef-curated food stations and full-service cash bars — so explore, sample, and discover something new on every floor. The evening is thoughtfully designed to spark connection, conversation, and community. To encourage movement and interaction, seating will be limited throughout the space.
 
6:30 PM
Red Carpet Experience
We will make our way across 8th Street to the Weill Center. At this time, all bars at Black Pig & The Berkshire will temporarily close as they transition to the award show.
 
7:00 PM
Awards Program at the Weill Center for the Performing Arts (assigned seating).
 
9:00 PM
After Party back at Black Pig to continue the celebration
 
👗 Attire
Formal- Black Tie Optional
This is the Chamber’s most formal event of the year. Guests are encouraged to dress up for the occasion.
 
🍹 Bars During the Evening
All bars at Black Pig, The Berkshire, and the Weill Center will be cash bars throughout the evening.
 
🍷 Wine Pre-Order Information for Black Pig
Wine will be available for purchase by the bottle during dinner, and we highly recommend pre-ordering due to high attendance.
Selections for preorder (by the bottle):
• $60 – Frank Family Cabernet
• $50 – Ken Wright Pinot Noir
• $50 – Kumeu Chardonnay
• $45 – Bisol Jeio Prosecco Rosé
• $40 – Jacques Dumont Sauvignon Blanc
To pre-order, please contact The Black Pig:
📧 info@eatblackpig.com
📞 (920) 627-6648
Pre-order deadline: Monday, February 16 (end of day).
Pre-ordered bottles can be picked up at the Wine Bottle Bar on the 1st floor near the Black Pig Wine Cellar.
 
🚗 Parking & Transportation
Guests are welcome to self-park in available public downtown spaces and lots (please reference the Downtown Public Parking Map with Black Pig marked with a blue x).
A shuttle will be running throughout the evening to assist with transportation to and from parking lots as needed (4:15pm-9:30pm)

 
🧥 Coat Check
Complimentary coat check will be available at both Black Pig and the Weill Center.
 
♿ Accessibility
Both venues are fully accessible. If you require special accommodations, please contact us in advance so we can ensure a comfortable experience.
 
📸 Photography Notice
This event will be photographed. By attending, you consent to being included in event media.
 
❄️ Weather Reminder
The Chamber Champions Gala will take place as scheduled, regardless of weather conditions. Please plan travel accordingly.
 
We are so excited to welcome our amazing community of local businesses and organizations for what promises to be a fantastic evening of great company, delicious food, and celebration.
 
If you have any questions leading up to the event, please don’t hesitate to reach out to me directly.
 
We can’t wait to celebrate with you on February 19!
 
Thank you,
Ellie
 

Dress Code

Formal / Black Tie Optional
This is one of the Chamber’s most formal events of the year. Guests are encouraged to dress up for the occasion.

Hotels & Accommodations

Nearby hotel options include:

• GrandStay Hotel Sheboygan

• Wingate by Wyndham

• Harbor Winds Hotel

• Blue Harbor Resort

• Watershed Hotel

Why Attend?

The Chamber Champions Gala is more than an awards ceremony. It’s an opportunity to:

• Celebrate the successes of the Sheboygan County business community

• Recognize leaders and organizations making a difference

• Connect with professionals from across the county

• Take part in one of the Chamber’s most anticipated events of the year

Whether attending as a nominee, supporter, sponsor, or guest, the Gala is a night dedicated to celebrating local impact and achievement.
 

• Brian Gensch – Acuity
• Elena Staabs – Hiawatha National Bank
• Erik Johnsen – Rohde Brothers
• Gary Thede – GT Graphics
• Gretchen Tillman – New American Funding
• Jackson Pahl – RCS Empowers
• Jacob Boyer – Vesta
• Jaslyn Posewitz - SASD
• Laura Gumm – Making Spirits Bright
• Mary Lou Haen – Road America
• Nellie Weiss – UnitedOne Credit Union
• Nicole Miller – Kohler Waters Spa
• Paul Kuplic – Oostburg State Bank
• Sala Sander – FIRE Fitness Camp
• Scott Kuehn – Midwest Communications
• Steve Schouten – Midwest Communications

• 4^th Annual Van Horn Gives Golf Outing
• Art & Architecture Walk
• Bringing Showers of Hope to Sheboygan
• Day of Caring
• Dominion of Terror
• Evergreen Park Trail Improvement Project
• Fund Food for Thought
• Gardens for Good
• Great Marriages and Sheboygan County YMCA Childcare
• Rock the Block 2025

• A Million Dreamz
• Above & Beyond Children’s Museum
• Alzheimer’s Association – Walk to End Alzheimer’s of Sheboygan County
• Big Brothers Big Sisters WI Shoreline
• Boys & Girls Clubs of Sheboygan County
• Family Service Association
• Great Marriages for Sheboygan County
• Habitat for Humanity Lakeside
• Humane Society of Sheboygan County
• Love INC of Sheboygan County
• Making Spirits Bright
• Mental Health America Lakeshore
• Partners for Community Development
• RCS Empowers
• Sheboygan County Interfaith Organization
• Sheboygan County Warming Center
• Sheboygan Jaycees
• Sheboygan Rotary Club
• Sheboygan Theatre Company
• The Production Farm

• Kohler Co
• Masters Gallery Foods
• Quasius Construction
• Richco Structures
• Rohde Brothers

• Allison Laine Thompson – Fresh Meals on Wheels of Sheboygan County
• Anna Ninkovic – Stefano’s Slo Food Market
• Anne Troka - Sargento
• Beth Borgen – Lakeland University
• Cate Tinker – Above & Beyond Children’s Museum
• Claudia Krepsky – Rohde Brothers
• Dave Hoffman – Making Spirits Bright
• Eileen Robarge – Wisconsin Lakefront Property Management
• Erica Gollhardt – FifthColor
• Jolene Biller – Innovative Solutions for Business
• Kate Baer – United Way of Sheboygan County
• Katy Glodosky – Weill Center for the Performing Arts
• Kayla Hohmann – The Production Farm
• Le’Shay Guy – Habitat for Humanity Lakeside
• Rick Grant – Gallardo Grant Corp d/b/a RGA PR
• Wyatt Kuether – The Production Farm
• Zach Cotter – Olive Branch Realty

• Black Pig Restaurant & The Berkshire Event Venue
• Field to Fork
• Harry’s Diner-Calumet
• Scenic Bar & Restaurant
• Sheboygan Pasty Company
• Strip Steak House
• The Spices Restaurant & Bar Downtown
• Vene’s Pancake House

• A&A Equipment Repair
• Century 21 Moves
• Dynamic, Inc.
• FifthColor
• Gallardo Grant Corp d/b/a RGA PR
• Innovative Solutions for Business
• JunkAway
• Lakeshore Community Health Care
• Landmark Landscapes
• Next Step Insurance
• Olive Branch Realty
• Packaging Systems of Wisconsin
• Phoenix Anthem
• Quasius Construction
• RCS Empowers
• Rohde Dales LLP
• Sheboygan Senior Community
• The Sign Shop of Sheboygan
• Vesta

• 3 Sheeps Brewing Co.
• Advantage Prototype Systems
• Johnsonville
• Kohler Co
• Masters Gallery Foods
• MilliporeSigma
• Poly Vinyl Co.
• Rockline Industries

• 3Elephants & Company
• Bloomin on Broadway
• Kaat’s Water Conditioning
• Little Love Baby and Children’s Boutique
• Music Boxx Records
• Stefano’s Slo Food Market
• The GameBoard
• Victorian Chocolate Shoppe

• Above & Beyond Children’s Museum
• Brat Days
• Camp Anokijig
• Cheese Capital Winter Park – Nutt Hill
• City of Sheboygan
• Impressions, Inc.
• John Michael Kohler Arts Center
• Powerplay Arena
• Road America
• Sheboygan Theatre Company
• The Automobile Gallery & Event Center