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2026 Inclusive Leadership Award

2026 Inclusive Leadership Award

Wednesday, September 16, 2026 (3:30 PM - 6:30 PM) (EDT)

Description

Join us for the 5th Annual Greater Rochester Chamber Inclusive Leadership Award Celebration, recognizing organizations that are setting the standard for inclusive leadership across our region.

This signature event honors organizations that are creating meaningful, lasting change in workplace culture — cultivating environments where people from all backgrounds feel acknowledged, valued, and empowered to contribute. When employees feel seen and supported, organizations unlock innovation, strengthen performance, and positively impact the Greater Rochester community.

This year, we will recognize one Inclusive Leadership Award Recipient for exceptional, balanced performance across all four criteria, along with four Excellence Award Recipients honoring standout achievement in:
 Culture of Belonging
• Fair & Equitable Practices
• Empowered & Engaged Teams
• Community Connection

Mark your calendars for Wednesday, September 16, from 3:30 PM to 6:30 PM at The Arbor Loft, as we celebrate our 2026 finalist organizations and announce this year’s award recipients.

Click here to view our 2026 Award Honorees.

Together, we are building workplaces where collaboration thrives, innovation grows, and every individual feels valued and included. We look forward to celebrating the leaders who are helping shape a stronger, more inclusive future for Greater Rochester.

To view sponsorship options with great benefits, click HERE.

General Reception will be held from  3:30 to 4:30 PM. 
Hors d'oeuvres, complimentary wine along with a cashless bar will be served.

  • Welcome Remarks - 4:45 PM
  • Keynote Address: 2025 Award Recipient - Heritage Christian Services, Marisa Geitner
  • Introduction of the 2026 Inclusive Leadership Award Finalist Organizations
  • Presentation of the 2026 Excellence Award Recipients (by category)
  • Presentation of the 2026 Inclusive Leadership Award Recipient
  • Closing Remarks – 6:00 PM

Ticket sales will close on Friday, August 28th. No refunds will be issued after this date.

Questions or need special accommodations? Contact Events Specialist, Becca DePrez at Becca.Deprez@GreaterRochesterChamber.com.

Pricing

Registration includes event admission, heavy apps, welcome drink, and a cash bar option.

Please note: due to limited venue space, tables of 10 will not be available!

  • Greater Rochester Chamber Member Pricing: $130 per person / $1000 for table of 8
  • Non-Member Pricing: $180 per person / $1400 for table of 8

For additional benefits, consider becoming a sponsor: Click here to learn more.

The Arbor Loft
21 Lawrence St
Rochester, NY 14607 United States
Event Contact
Becca DePrez
585-330-7877
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Wednesday, September 16, 2026 (3:30 PM - 6:30 PM) (EDT)
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