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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.
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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
Mesia Dillard-Warner
Campagna CenterGovernment Employee of the Year
Helen McIlvaine
Office of Housing, City of AlexandriaHospitality Employee of the Year
Guillermo Ruiz
Westin Alexandria Old TownHealth Professional Employee of the Year
Emma Bland
Woodbine Rehabilitation & Healthcare CenterSenior Provider of the Year
Charity Ampong
Goodwin House AlexandriaUtility Employee of the Year
Terry Stanley
VA American WaterSheriff's Response of the Year
Police Response of the Year
DECC Response of the Year
Fire Response of the Year
Educator of the Year
Mesia Dillard-Warner
Campagna CenterGovernment Employee of the Year
Helen McIlvaine
Office of Housing, City of AlexandriaHospitality Employee of the Year
Guillermo Ruiz
Westin Alexandria Old TownHealth Professional Employee of the Year
Emma Bland
Woodbine Rehabilitation & Healthcare CenterSenior Provider of the Year
Charity Ampong
Goodwin House AlexandriaUtility Employee of the Year
Terry Stanley
VA American WaterSheriff'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
Attire
Your Version of Business | Uniform
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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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