Awards Banquet/Annual Meeting 2026

To celebrate the achievements of our Chamber members, the Defiance Area Chamber of Commerce is holding our Annual Meeting & Awards Banque t on Thursday evening, September 10, 2026 . We will recognize our members who are celebrating an anniversary of five or more years of operation in five year increments. More than 70 Chamber member companies will be recognized on this exciting night. In addition, award winners will be announced for the Michael A. Schultz Leadership Award , the Quality of Life Award , and the 4 Under 40 Awards , along with the Good Citizen Award given through the Defiance Area Foundation. Tickets are $50 each, and include open bar at 5 pm and a catered buffet dinner at 6 pm, with the awards ceremony to follow.