The Marion Chamber of Commerce cordially invites you to attend our 103rd annual Awards Banquet and Auction. The event is scheduled for January 19th at The Pavilion in Marion. 

EVENT ACTIVITIES Include: 

• Social Hour
• Wine & Spirit Pull
• Silent Auction (Preview Items)
• Award Celebration
• In Memoriam

REGISTRATION
TICKETS Table of 12: $750; Table of 8: $500, & Individual Tickets: $65
DRESS CODE  Cocktail Attire

EVENT TIMELINE

SOCIAL HOUR AT 5:30 pm 

Check in at our Registration tables with event volunteers Jamie, Megan, Matt, and Judy! Our Registration sponsor is Futivia. Leave your coat with our Coat Check, sponsored by Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois and managed by volunteers with Take Action Today (bring cash for tips!). Browse the Ballroom area and make your way to the Expo Hall, thanks to Hospitality sponsor visitsi and Decor sponsor Southern Illinois Rejuvenation Center. You'll be greeted by MHS FBLA students, hosted by Campbell Insurance and get to know regional and state Chamber Directors, hosted by SIU School of Law.

The Social Hour kicks off the event with live music, delicious Appetizers provided by Crystal's Catering and sponsored by Vernell's Interstate Service. Grab a friend and enjoy the 360PhotoBooth, sponsored by Banterra Bank and Commercial Janitorial Services. 

Bid of great Silent Auction items provided by amazing fellow Chamber members and sponsored by AISIN Group and Golden Eagle Distributing - so make sure you preview the options on the event website, but more will be at the event! Sting Tickets, TV, BDHD Basket and much much more! Create your bidding strategy now because we're shifting back to paper bidding! While browsing the auction items, don't miss out on adopting your favorite duck for this year's Duck Spree event in March. Proceeds from the Silent Auction and Duck Spree will go to the Chamber Foundation.

Our popular Wine & Spirit Pull is back and featuring new and current favorites. Thank you to Farmers State Bank for sponsoring this year's pull!.

While you mix and mingle with business and community peers, meet and greet with 2023 honorees and nominees, and enjoy live music provided by Daniels Sons and sponsored by SIH. Enjoy sweet, savory, and classic flavors with our Signature Drinks sponsored by Black Diamond Harley Davidson, First Southern Bank, and Futivia.

DINNER AT 6:30 pm   Provided by Crystal's Catering
Herb Roasted Boneless Chicken Breast, Stuffed Pork Loin Chop, Spinach Lasagna, Texas Potato Casserole, Honey Glazed Baby Carrots, Crystal's Salad, Yeast Rolls, Chocolate Eclair Cake, and French Cheesecake. 

Dessert is sponsored by SouthernTrust Bank and Coffee is hosted by Priority Staffing Group.

AWARDS CEREMONY 7:30 pm  - Preview 'Of The Year' Award Nominees & Honorees
Join us as we honor the 2022 Citizen of the Year, Distinguished Member, Distinguished Business, Young Professional Leadership, Lifetime Achievement, and Awards of Excellence.

In Memoriam: The Annual Dinner Committee honors those we have lost in the past year who have contributed to the Marion Chamber of Commerce and the Greater Marion area. The tribute will be played during the event. To submit an honoree, please call the Marion Chamber at 997.6311, or email director@marionillinois.com.

HOUSEKEEPING
After October 1^st, event tickets will need to be paid for when they are reserved. If you need to make other arrangements, please contact the office. Any open balances will need to be paid by the day of the event or guests will not be able to attend. These new policies were put in place at the July 2023 Budget Committee Meeting due to concern about unpaid event registrations. If you need an invoice in advance, please contact the Chamber office: 618-997-6311.

Tickets reservations can be changed through the Friday before the event. If your plans change the week of and you can't attend, we encourage you to send a co-worker or guest to represent your organization and network. Once we turn in our catering numbers, limited tickets will be available and refunds will not be issued.