A Night to Remember: Thank You for Making Our 78th Annual Banquet So Special
Our 78th Annual Walton County Chamber of Commerce Banquet was truly a night to remember. From the energy in the room to the celebration of our businesses, leaders, and community, it was a beautiful reminder of why we do what we do. Events like this don’t just happen—they are the result of teamwork, dedication, and a whole lot of behind-the-scenes effort.
First and foremost, a heartfelt thank you to our Chamber staff team. It takes months of planning, coordination, creativity, and countless details to pull off an event of this size and significance. Their hard work, professionalism, and passion made the evening seamless and special from start to finish.
Thank you to DCR Media for handling our sound, audio, stage, and lighting. The atmosphere they helped create elevated the entire experience and brought every moment to life.
Thank you to Wes Kent of Kentish Catering for the wonderful family-style meal. Sharing a meal together always adds to the warmth of the evening, and the food was enjoyed by all.
Thank you to Mancel Glaze for providing the music that set the tone and added such a special touch to the night.
Thank you to Troy Smith Farm Event Venue for hosting us. The venue was beautiful and provided the perfect setting for an evening of celebration and community pride.
Thank you to our 2026 Photography Sponsor, A Focused Life Photography, for capturing the moments we will treasure and share for years to come.
We are incredibly grateful for our sponsors who made this event possible:
Presenting Sponsor:
- Piedmont Walton
Gold Sponsors:
- Oglethorpe Power
- White’s Pools
Awards Sponsor:
- META
Bar Sponsor:
- Meritage Homes
Table Sponsors:
- Development Authority of Walton County
- Northside Hospital Cancer Institute
- Peach State Federal Credit Union
- Pinnacle Bank
- State Farm – Patti Souther Agency
- The Walton Tribune
Your support of the Chamber and this event is a direct investment in our business community and our county. We could not do this without you.
And finally, a huge congratulations to all of our award winners. You represent the very best of Walton County. Your leadership, service, and commitment inspire us and remind us why celebrating excellence matters.
An annual banquet is about much more than one night. It’s about honoring the past year, recognizing the people who make a difference, and looking forward with excitement and purpose. It takes a village to pull off an event like this, and we are deeply thankful for every person and partner who played a role.
Thank you for making this evening unforgettable.
