Chamber 57

09/08/2026

The room is coming together. Now we need you in it.

Join Chamber 57 for the 14th Annual Awards Breakfast as we welcome keynote speaker Dr. Johnnie Thomas and celebrate our 2026 award recipients:

Lonnie Newman — Board Member of the Year
Jenean Sampson — Chamber Member of the Year
Debbie Meyers-Martin — Elected Official of the Year
Reverend Dr. Samuel Lofton III — Spiritual Leader of the Year
Flossmoor Social — Business of the Year
Community Assistance Programs — Community Leader of the Year
PNC Bank — Corporate Partner of the Year

September 10, 2026
Doors open at 7:30 AM
The Shandelier Room, 22348 Governors Highway, Richton Park

Members, partners, and community leaders: secure your seat today.

Purchase tickets: https://www.chamber57.org/events-v2/14th-annual-awards-breakfast

09/07/2026

Chamber 57 proudly welcomes Dr. Johnnie Thomas, Superintendent of Rich Township High School District 227, as the keynote speaker for our 14th Annual Awards Breakfast.

Dr. Thomas is an award-winning educational leader, published author, and nationally recognized speaker with more than 25 years of experience in education. His leadership is rooted in one clear purpose: creating greater opportunities for students and stronger communities.

Thank you, Dr. Thomas, for joining us and sharing your vision with Chamber 57.

Thank you, , for your continued leadership in the Southland.

September 10, 2026
Doors open at 7:30 AM
The Shandelier Room, Richton Park

Purchase your tickets today: https://www.chamber57.org/events-v2/14th-annual-awards-breakfast

09/04/2026

Women who lead, build and serve continue to strengthen our communities.

“If Not Now, Then When?” Join Chamber 57 on September 10 for a morning of recognition, relationships and opportunity.

Get your tickets today: https://www.chamber57.org/events-v2/14th-annual-awards-breakfast

09/04/2026

The Power of Connection starts with being in the room.

Meet business professionals, community partners and leaders who are working to move the Southland forward at Chamber 57’s 14th Annual Awards Breakfast.

Get your tickets today: https://www.chamber57.org/events-v2/14th-annual-awards-breakfast

09/03/2026

Every award represents a story of service, leadership and commitment.

Celebrate this year’s honorees with Chamber 57 at the 14th Annual Awards Breakfast on September 10. Doors open at 7:30 AM and the program begins at 8:00 AM.

Get your tickets today: https://www.chamber57.org/events-v2/14th-annual-awards-breakfast

09/03/2026

Strong companies and committed leaders help communities grow.

Join Chamber 57 on September 10 as we recognize leadership, celebrate impact and strengthen connections across the Southland.

Members: $40 | Non-members: $50

Get tickets: https://www.chamber57.org/events-v2/14th-annual-awards-breakfast

09/02/2026

Chamber 57 is powered by members who lead, serve and create opportunities for others.

Be in the room as we honor outstanding leadership at the 14th Annual Awards Breakfast on September 10.

Get your tickets today: https://www.chamber57.org/events-v2/14th-annual-awards-breakfast

09/02/2026

Leadership deserves to be recognized.

Join Chamber 57 as we celebrate the businesses, organizations and individuals making a difference throughout the Southland at our 14th Annual Awards Breakfast.

Thursday, September 10 | 8:00–11:00 AM
The Shandelier Room, Richton Park

Get your tickets today: https://www.chamber57.org/events-v2/14th-annual-awards-breakfast

09/01/2026

08/31/2026

Make plans now to attend Chamber 57’s 14th Annual Awards Breakfast on Thursday, September 10. We will also celebrate Reverend Samuel Lofton III, our 2026 Spiritual Leader of the Year.

Doors open at 7:30 AM. The program runs from 8:00–11:00 AM at 22348 Governors Highway in Richton Park.

Purchase tickets: https://www.chamber57.org/events-v2/14th-annual-awards-breakfast