2026 - 159th Annual Meeting
Name:
2026 - 159th Annual Meeting
Date:
February 12, 2026
Time:
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM EST
Registration:
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Event Description:
Wilmington Chamber of Commerce
159th Annual Meeting
Join us for one of Wilmington’s most anticipated business events of the year. The Chamber’s 159th Annual Meeting brings together more than 500 of our region’s most influential business and community leaders for an evening designed to spark ideas, strengthen relationships, and set the tone for a successful year ahead.
This year’s program will recognize the leadership of 2025 Board Chair Jim Hundley Jr. of Thomas Construction Group and officially welcome 2026 Board Chair Nicolas Montoya of Trailborn Surf & Sound and Montoya Business Group.
We will also celebrate our Lifetime Achievement in Business honoree, Chip Mahan of Live Oak Bank and welcome keynote speaker Dee Ann Turner. A 33-year veteran of Chick-fil-A, Dee Ann was the company’s first female officer and served as Vice President of Talent and Vice President of Sustainability. Her keynote on Customer Excellence will offer powerful insights every business leader can put into practice.
Event Schedule
• 4:30 – 5:30 PM | Chairman’s Club VIP Reception (invited top investors)
• 5:00 – 6:00 PM | Doors Open & Welcome Reception
• 6:00 – 7:30 PM | Program
• 7:30 – 8:00 PM | Networking
Why Attend
Expect a high-energy evening filled with meaningful connections, insights you can put to work immediately, and a look at the Chamber’s accomplishments in 2025 and priorities for 2026. Guests will enjoy heavy hors d’oeuvres, beverages, and dedicated time to network with leaders shaping the future of our region.
Suggested Dress
Business or business casual attire is recommended. Many attendees will be joining us straight from work.
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Event Sponsors:
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Location:
Wilmington Convention Center,
Expo Hall
10 Convention Center Dr. Wilmington, NC 28401
Expo Hall
10 Convention Center Dr. Wilmington, NC 28401
Contact Information:
Megan Mullins
Fees/Admission:
Return, Refund, and Cancellation Policy
All registration fees for Chamber events, classes, and seminars are non-refundable. If you choose not to attend a registered event, class, or seminar, the fee will be forfeited. However, if the Chamber cancels an event, class, or seminar, a full refund will be issued.
To ensure commitments to our vendors, the Wilmington Chamber requires advance payment for admission to all Chamber-promoted and sponsored events.
