2026 - 159th Annual Meeting

***ONLINE REGISTRATION HAS CLOSED. TICKETS WILL BE AVAILABLE AT THE DOOR FOR $105 PER PERSON.***

We look forward to welcoming you to the Greater Wilmington Chamber’s 159th Annual Meeting this evening at the Wilmington Convention Center in the Expo Hall.
 
For our main event, registration and networking begin at 5:00 pm. With multiple events happening downtown, traffic and parking will be congested between 5:00 and 5:30 pm, so we strongly encourage you to arrive early. Complimentary parking is available in the Wilmington Convention Center deck and the CFCC Nutt Street deck.
 
The program will begin promptly at 6:00 pm and conclude around 7:45 pm.
 
Evening Schedule:
·      5:00 – 6:00 pm | Registration & Networking
·      6:00 pm | Welcome Remarks from First National Bank
·      6:10 pm | 2025 Highlights, 2026 Vision & Gavel Exchange
·      6:35 pm | Sponsor Remarks from Earney IT
·      6:40 – 7:25 pm | Keynote by Dee Ann Turner, retired Chick fil-A
·      7:25 pm | Duke Energy Lifetime Achievement Award Presentation for Chip Mahan, Live Oak Bank
 
An open bar, beer, and wine will be available throughout the evening. Dinner will include a Caesar salad, steak with potatoes, a pasta station with optional chicken add-ons, and a taco station featuring beef short rib, pork, and chicken options. Vegetarian and vegan selections will be clearly labeled for your convenience.
 
Your printed name tag at registration will serve as your ticket. A limited number of tickets will be available at the door for $105.
 
We are grateful for your participation and look forward to a memorable evening together.