NOMINATIONS OPEN NOW FOR
THE 2026 SILVER & GOLD AWARDS

 

NOMINATE AN INDIVIDUAL HERE | NOMINATE A COMPANY HERE

Celebrate outstanding organizations and individuals by nominating them for an Auburn Hills Chamber of Commerce 2026 Silver & Gold Awards. All nominees will be recognized during a holiday brunch on Monday, December 14, 2026 from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Royal Park Hotel. Award recipients will be announced during the event (and not before).  

This year’s high-profile event features various new awards and criteria, offering an impactful way to share your company's initiatives while spotlighting other outstanding companies or individuals for the differences they make in their business community.

Join us in honoring those who inspire, achieve, and drive positive change - nominate today! See the complete list below. 

Who Should I Nominate?
Nominate colleagues, inspiring clients, non-profit organizations making waves, and innovative companies leading impactful and game-changing initiatives.

What Are The Award Categories?
See the complete list of awards and criteria below. This year, there are 20 award categories, including five individual awards and 16 company awards.

Why Nominate?
A nomination provides valuable recognition and highlights the incredible achievements of companies and individuals throughout our business community. All nominees will be recognized during the celebration.

When are Winners Announced?
Award recipients are revealed live at the Silver & Gold Awards on Thursday, December 14, 2026, from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM (and not before).
 

NOMINATE AN INDIVIDUAL HERE | NOMINATE A COMPANY HERE
 

Deadline: Submit nominations by Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at 12:00 PM.

(Nomination Limit: Maximum of two nominations per company or individual.)

 

---

COMPANY AWARDS: Nominate Here

Atlas Copco | Technology Trailblazer Award
Presented to an organization that embraces emerging technologies, including AI and automation, to solve challenges, create new possibilities and shape the future of business. Auxiom Golden | SMB Award
This award recognizes a small or medium-size business that exemplifies "The Golden Rule” and expands upon it by treating others better than they expected to be treated…The Auxiom Rule. City of Auburn Hills | Business Success Story Award
This award is given to a company, large or small, whose impact on their industry is noteworthy by way of product or service quality, innovation, and overall achievements as a leader within their business segment. DynamicHR | Michigan Made Award
This award recognizes a Michigan-owned small or medium sized business that demonstrates excellence in leadership, customer service, and community impact while contributing to Michigan’s economy.

---

Genisys Credit Union | CU Kind Award
Recognizes a company that cares for our community and harnesses the collective power of kindness to create a positive change. JADE Strategies | Transformational Leadership Award
Presented to an organization that recognizes people as its greatest competitive advantage by investing in leadership, employee engagement, and continuous development. M3 Group | Maverick Brand Award
Presented to an organization that challenged conventional thinking and achieved exceptional results by embracing innovation in branding, marketing, or customer experience, creating measurable impact and setting a new standard for success. Marsh Agency | People Excellence Award
Presented to an organization that demonstrates excellence in creating a workplace where people can thrive, grow, and do their best work through strong leadership, culture, employee development, and a commitment to its people. MSUFCU / Oakland University Credit Union | Financial Empowerment Award
Recognizes a company that demonstrates a commitment to helping employees achieve financial success through compensation, benefits, incentive programs, or educational resources that strengthen employees' financial well-being.

---

Moceri Companies | Legacy of Excellence Award
Presented to a business that demonstrates enduring values, exceptional leadership, and a lasting commitment to its employees, customers, and the community.

---

Nexteer Automotive | Steering Solutions Award
Presented to an organization that has solved a unique challenge, successfully navigated change, and implemented solutions that strengthened its business while steering it toward future success. Oakland University | Innovator of the Year Award
This award is presented to the company with an impressive innovation story. Ogletree Deakins | Human Resources Vanguard Award
Presented to the company that takes on a human resources challenge in a creative and innovative way.    Plante Moran | Caring Culture Award
Presented to a company who demonstrates a culture of caring for their people, customers, and community. Tell Studios | The Story Worth Telling Award 
Presented to a company whose mission, culture, and impact have a meaningful story that has yet to be told to a wider audience.

Trion Solutions | Always Rely On Award
An entrepreneurial business that produces products and/or services known for consistently high quality and reliability.

---

INDIVIDUAL AWARDS: Nominate Here

Andrews Hooper Pavlik | Woman's Leadership Award
This award recognizes a woman who exemplifies a strong commitment to personal, community and professional development.

---

Center for Financial Planning Inc. | The Center Cares Award
This award recognizes an individual whose drive, compassion and leadership have enriched and inspired lives.

---

DBusiness Magazine | Emerging Leader Award
This award is presented to the individual who stands out as a leader among peers 35 and younger.

---

Detroit Pistons | Game Changer Award
This award recognizes an individual who is changing the way business is done or making a significant contribution to our community.

---

FANUC | Innovative Educator Award
Celebrating educators dedicated to building industry-approved, certificate-based mechatronics programs that teach students the appeal of automation and open their minds to a wide variety of fulfilling, sought-after careers in advanced manufacturing.

---

 

Sponsorship Opportunities Available!

Secure your sponsorship by Monday, November 16 to ensure maximum visibility & full value of your sponsorship investment. 
Contact us at info@auburnhillschamber.com or 248-853-7862 for more information.

Silver & Gold Awards Sponsor - $3,000 SOLD OUT

• Top digital and print branding visibility

• Branded award with naming rights

• Logo prominently displayed on event signage

• Opportunity to present award

• Logo on website event page

• Verbal recognition at the event

• 10 tickets

Special Recognition Award Sponsor - $2,000

• Digital and print branding visibility

• Logo recognition during the event

• Logo on website event page

• Logo recognition in the event program

• Verbal recognition from the podium during the event 

• 8 tickets
   

Table Sponsor - $1,750

• Logo on event signage

• Name on event landing page

• 8 tickets
   

Brunch Sponsor - $1,250 

• Digital and print branding visibility

• Logo recognition during the event

• Logo on website event page

• Logo recognition in the event program

• Verbal recognition from the podium during the event

• 4 tickets
   

Coffee Bar Sponsor - $1,250 

• Digital and print branding visibility

• Logo recognition during the event

• Logo on website event page

• Logo recognition in the event program

• Verbal recognition from the podium during the event

• 4 tickets
   

Dessert Sponsor - $1,250 

• Digital and print branding visibility

• Logo recognition during the event

• Logo on website event page

• Logo recognition in the event program

• Verbal recognition from the podium during the event

• 4 tickets

 
Consent to Use Photographic Images
Registration and attendance at, or participation in, AHCC meetings and other activities constitutes an agreement by the registrant to the use and distribution of the registrant or attendees' image or voice in photographs, videotapes, electronic reproductions and audiotapes of such events and activities by AHCC.

Refund & Registration Policy
Payment is considered final, and non-refundable, unless there is a quality issue that cannot otherwise be addressed. An invoice payment option is available on most events 14 days prior to event date. Cash and credit cards are usually accepted. A confirmation will be sent for all transactions with the Auburn Hills Chamber.