Signature Events

COMMUNITY

CHAMPIONS

HONORS

Presented by Inova Health System

In 2026, we continue our program recognizing the above-and-beyond performance of Alexandria’s workforce. We will again honor individuals across healthcare, emergency services, education, transportation, and more—building on our decades-long tradition of celebrating the city’s essential workers.

2025 Event Photos

APPLICATIONS

Applications will open January of 2026.

This year’s honors include:

  • Educator of the Year
  • Hospitality Employee of the Year
  • Health Professional of the Year
  • Government Employee of the Year
  • Utility Employee of the Year
  • Senior Provider Employee of the Year
  • Police Response of the Year
  • Fire Response of the Year
  • Sheriff’s Response of the Year
  • Emergency Communications Response of the Year

DETAILS

Date

Thursday,

May 21, 2026

Time

8:00AM-10:00AM

Location

Belle Haven Country Club

(6023 Fort Hunt Rd, Alexandria, VA 22307)

Member Ticket

$65.00

Prospective Member Ticket

$75.00

COMMUNITY CHAMPIONS HONOREES

Educator of the Year

Government Employee of the Year

Hospitality Employee of the Year

Health Professional Employee of the Year

Senior Provider of the Year

Utility Employee of the Year

Sheriff's Response of the Year

Police Response of the Year

DECC Response of the Year

Fire Response of the Year

Educator of the Year

Government Employee of the Year

Hospitality Employee of the Year

Health Professional Employee of the Year

Senior Provider of the Year

Utility Employee of the Year

Sheriff's Response of the Year

Police Response of the Year

DECC Response of the Year

Fire Response of the Year

EVENT INFORMATION

Agenda

8:00AM – Registration Opens

8:30AM – Program Begins

10:00AM – Event Concludes

Feature Your Business

Interested in attaching your brand to this event? Reach out to Lovie Patish at Lpatish@thechamberalx.com for more information.

Thank you to our presenting sponsor Inova Health System!

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