Annual Membership Banquet
Our annual banquet is a popular event with an average attendance of 500 or more, which begins with live music, a catered dinner and plenty of time for networking. On January 28, 2021 our event presented by Cen-Tex Roof Systems will be hosted at The Exchange Event Center in McGregor and will include the President’s annual report, a brief speech from the incoming Chamber president, and award recognition for Business of the Year, New Member of the Year, Ambassador of the Year, and Volunteer of the Year awards. The scholarship presentation is then followed by the keynote speaker, Bobby Whisnand!
Where is the banquet held?
The Exchange Event Center | 300 S. Jefferson Ave. | McGregor, TX 76657
Is the banquet open to everyone?
Yes, members and visitors alike are welcome to attend! Greater Hewitt Chamber members may purchase tickets for $65 each or a table of 8 with reserved seating for $500. Elected Official Visitor tickets are $70 and non-member Visitor tickets are available for $75 each (open seating).
What is the dress code?
What is the menu?
Chopped Sirloin Steak w/Caramelized Onions, Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Fire Roasted Corn, Tossed Green Salad w/Cherub Tomatoes, Croutons, Ranch & Italian Dressing, Chocolate Silk Pie and Carrot Cake
Will there be a book signing?
Most keynote speakers that have written a book will be sold and signed at the program conclusion.
Regarding tickets: Your online reservation confirms your seat (no tickets will be mailed for the banquet). Attendee names are on the reservation list alphabetically by business and number of seats. A seating chart and ushers will be available to guide you to your seat.
2021 Banquet Luxury Raffle!
Purchase a raffle ticket to enter for a chance to win one of our luxury packages! The committee is offering a trip to Vegas for two sponsored by GTR Vacations, a Pamper Package including spa, salon, shopping certificates, jewelry and wine as well as a Waco Package including your favorite restaurants, hotel stay, dinner and a movie! All packages are valued at $500+. Tickets are available for $20/each or six for $100, and proceeds benefit the Greater Hewitt Chamber Scholarship Fund. Winners will be drawn at the end of the banquet on January 30th (need not be present to win).
Event Schedule
5:30 p.m.
6:00 p.m.
6:40 p.m.
7:05 p.m.
7:20 p.m.
Keynote Speaker
7:55 p.m.
2021 Sponsorship Opportunities
Sponsorships available to Greater Hewitt Chamber members only. To become a member, please visit www.hewittchamber.com/join.
Presenting: $3,100
Sold – Sponsored by Cen-Tex Roof Systems
Banquet Invitation, program, slideshow, social media, publications, photo booth backdrop, Exclusive logo/signage on stage backdrop, logo on entrance signage and chamber website – Full page ad in Express Magazine of Choice ($520 value)
*Invitation print rec. deadline Dec. 7, 2020; Sponsorship includes 14 tickets plus VIP seating with speaker (2 tables); VIP Meet and Greet with Speaker ($1040 ticket value)
Beverages: $2,100
Available
Banquet Invitation, program, slideshow, social media, publications, photo booth backdrop, entrance signage and chamber website – ½ Page ($385 value) in Express Magazine of choice; one e-mail blast
*Invitation print rec. deadline Dec. 7, 2020, 10 tickets, ($520 ticket value) Front row seating
Diamond: $1800
Banquet Invitation, program, slideshow, social media, publications, photo booth backdrop, entrance signage and chamber website – ½ Page ($385 value) in the Winter Express Magazine; *Invitation print rec. deadline Dec. 7, 2020, 8 tickets, ($650 ticket value) Front row seating
Gold: $750
Banquet Invitation, program, slideshow, social media, publications and chamber website – *Invitation print recognition deadline Dec. 7, 2020; Sponsorship includes 6 tickets, reserved seating and signage on table ($390 ticket value)
Scholarship Recipients: $650
PENDING TO TO MCLENNAN COMMUNITY COLLEGE, NEWS 25 AND MR. ELECTRIC
Banquet Invitation, program, slideshow, social media, publications and chamber website – *Invitation print recognition deadline Dec. 7, 2020
4 tickets, recognition on scholarship slide during presentation, reserved seating and signage on table ($260 ticket value)
Business Awards: $650
3 Available
Banquet Invitation, program, awards slideshow, social media, publications and chamber website – *Invitation print recognition deadline Dec. 7, 2020
4 tickets, recognition on scholarship slide during presentation, reserved seating and signage on table ($260 ticket value)
Silver: $410
Banquet Invitation, program, slideshow, social media, publications and chamber website – *Invitation print recognition deadline Dec. 7, 2020; 3 tickets, reserved seating and company signage on table ($195 ticket value)
Bronze: $350
Banquet Invitation, program, slideshow, social media, publications and chamber website – *Invitation print recognition deadline Dec. 7, 2020; 2 tickets, Company signage on table ($130 ticket value)
Thank you 2021 Committee!
Chairs Mary Ellison & Regina Martinez and members: Cassie Thomas, Davis Thigpen, Cindy Praesel, Diane Jenkins, Donna Muhlman, Gregg Dungan, Laura Beaty-Burke, Jeanne Rieger and Shelley Williams