Annual Banquet set for Jan 25, 2024 at The Waco Convention Center!

   
This signature event is a popular event with an average attendance of 400 or more, which begins with live music, a catered dinner and plenty of time for networking. Our event will be hosted at The Waco Convention Center’s Brazos Ballroom 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.
Reservations required and now Open! Scroll down for details.
Where is the banquet held?

Jan 25, 2024 | The Convention Center| 100 Washington Ave., Waco, TX 76701

Is the banquet open to everyone? What is the cost to attend?

Yes, members and visitors alike are welcome to attend! Greater Hewitt Chamber members may purchase tickets for $75 each or a table of 8 with reserved seating for $575. Elected Official Visitor tickets are $75 and non-member Visitor tickets are available for $100 each (open seating). Visitor tables available at $775.

What is the dress code?
The banquet dress code is business casual. Many of our attendees come straight from work to the event.
What is the menu?

MENU TBD

Cash bar available.

CLICK TO RESERVE YOUR SEATS! $75/Members & $575/Member Tables (8), $100 Visitors
CLICK TO BE A VENDOR!

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. 

Vendor spots available! 10% donation back to the chamber for member vendors, 20% donation back to the chamber for non-members. Vendors responsible for supplying table and table cover.

2024 Speaker: City of Waco Chief of Police, Sheryl, D. Victorian, PhD

 

Sheryl Victorian is a native Texan and a 28-year law enforcement professional. She was sworn in as the City of Waco’s Chief of Police on March 15, 2021, after serving with the Houston Police Department for 28 years. Chief Victorian retired from the Houston Police Department as an Assistant Chief of the Patrol Region 2 Command, where she was responsible for the Clear Lake, Southeast, South Central, Eastside, and Downtown Patrol Divisions, as well as the Vehicular Crimes Division. Her law enforcement experience includes assignments in the Major Offenders, Homicide, Special Victims, Internal Affairs, Training and the South Central and Southeast Patrol Divisions.

Chief Victorian has earned many awards and commendations for her service and dedication as a police professional. She was recognized as the 100 Club of Houston’s “Rookie Officer of the Year” in 1995, and earned a Life Saving Award, an Award of Excellence, Chief Unit Citations, and many Citizen and Chief of Police commendations. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Administration of Justice from Texas Southern University, a Master of Science Degree in Criminal Justice from the University of Houston – Downtown, and a Doctor of Philosophy Degree in Administration of Justice from Texas Southern University.

Chief Victorian is a graduate of the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s National Academy (FBINA) session #267, a National Institute of Justice (NIJ) Law Enforcement Advancing Data and Science (LEADS) scholar, and a current fellow of American Leadership Forum’s class XLVII (47). She is also a Discover Leadership Master Graduate of class #252 and has been selected to participate in the Police Executive Research Forum’s Senior Management Institute for Police (SMIP), session #81, in July of 2021. Chief Victorian has also participated in several other nationally recognized professional development and leadership programs. Chief Victorian is an adjunct professor at Southern New Hampshire University where she teaches Contemporary Issues in Criminal Justice, Ethics, and the Graduate Capstone course.

In her spare time, Chief Victorian is a playwright, and enjoys traveling, mentoring, teaching, and spending time with her family.

2024 VENDOR SIGN UP – CLICK HERE!

Businesses are invited to set up spaces during cocktail hour from 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm. Cost for space is free and members are asked to donate 10% of sales back to the GHCOC no later than Feb 1, 2024. Non-members are asked to donate 20% back. Space is limited to one per company and 3 per industry category. If you wish to enjoy the event, tickets are $75 for members and $85 for non-members.

Selling allowed. Vendors supply all preferred booth space needs (table/banners/chairs/table cloth, etc).. Doors will open to vendors at 9:00 am., and vendors must be in place no later than 5:00 p.m. We ask that vendors refrain from consuming alcohol products while working your vendor area. Myself and my business agree and understand that if any misconduct is witnessed or reported, I may be removed from the event immediately.

Please note that advertising/sponsorships are non-refundable as dollars go toward ongoing community development efforts.

I will not hold the Greater Hewitt Chamber, The Waco Convention Center or its members responsible for damages or injury incurred during the Banquet event on Jan. 25, 2024.

Final details will be e-mailed from the GHCOC Staff week of event!

 

CLICK HERE AND CHOOSE REGISTER TO PURCHASE!

2024 Banquet Luxury Raffle 

Purchase a raffle ticket to enter for a chance to win one of our luxury packages!

Packages are valued at $500+. Raffle information coming soon!!

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 Jan. 25, 2024. (need not be present to win).

 

CLICK HERE AND CHOOSE REGISTER TO PURCHASE!

Event Schedule

5:00 p.m.

Doors / Vendors Open | Live music by JP with Jon Fox | Cocktails & Raffle Tickets on Sale

6:00 p.m.

Invocation | Presentation of Colors | Pledge of Allegiance | Dinner is served

6:40 p.m.

Business Awards & Scholarship Awards Presentation

7:05 p.m.

A Year at a Glance Chamber Video | Incoming President Speech

7:20 p.m.

Keynote Speaker: City of Waco Police Chief Sheryl D. Victorian

7:55 p.m.

Luxury Raffle Winners Announced | Closing Remarks

2024 Sponsorship Opportunities – Confirm by Dec. 4, 2023 to receive all sponsor benefits!

Sponsorships available to Greater Hewitt Chamber members only. To become a member, please visit www.hewittchamber.com/join.

Be a Sponsor
Presenting: $3,500 - EXCLUSIVE/AVAILABLE
  • Banquet Invitation (LOGO)
  • Program (LOGO)
  • Sponsor Slideshow (LOGO)
  • Social media spotlight
  • Hewitt Express Magazine
  • Photobooth (LOGO)
  • Exclusive logo/signage on stage backdrop (LOGO)
  • Signage leading to vendor area and entrance signage (LOGO)
  • 1 Vendor/Promotional Table during cocktail hour
  • 1 Radio interview
  • 1 minute speaking opportunity before program begins
  • Chamber website
  • Full page ad in Express Magazine of Choice ($620 value)
  • 16 tickets plus VIP seating with speaker, VIP Meet and Greet with Speaker ($1200 ticket value)
Beverages: $2,200 - EXCLUSIVE/AVAILABLE
  • Banquet Invitation (LOGO)
  • Program (LOGO)
  • Sponsor Slideshow (LOGO)
  • Social media spotlight
  • Hewitt Express Magazine
  • Signage leading to vendor area and entrance signage (LOGO)
  • Chamber website
  • Promo item placement at bar areas (2)
  • Half page ad in Express Magazine of Choice ($465 value)
  • 8 tickets ($600 ticket value)
Diamond: $2000 - 4 AVAILABLE/3 REMAINING
  • Banquet Invitation (LOGO)
  • Program (LOGO)
  • Sponsor Slideshow (LOGO)
  • Hewitt Express Magazine
  • Signage leading to vendor area and entrance signage (LOGO)
  • Chamber website
  • Quarter page ad in Express Magazine of Choice ($335 value)
  • 8 tickets ($600 ticket value)
Gold: $850 - 5 AVAILABLE - OPEN
  • Banquet Invitation (LOGO)
  • Program (LOGO)
  • Sponsor Slideshow (LOGO)
  • Hewitt Express Magazine
  • Chamber website
  • Business Card ad in Express Magazine of Choice ($206 value)
  • 6 tickets ($450 ticket value)
Scholarship Recipients: $750 - 4 AVAILABLE/2 REMAINING
  • Banquet Invitation (LOGO)
  • Program (LOGO)
  • Scholarship Awards Slideshow (LOGO)
  • Hewitt Express Magazine
  • Chamber website
  • 4 tickets ($300 ticket value)
Business Awards: $750 - 4 AVAILABLE/2 REMAINING
  • Banquet Invitation (LOGO)
  • Program (LOGO)
  • Business Awards Slideshow (LOGO)
  • Hewitt Express Magazine
  • Chamber website
  • 4 tickets ($300 ticket value)
Entertainment Sponsor: $500 - EXCLUSIVE/AVAILABLE
  • Entertainment brought to you by “Your business”
  • Banquet Invitation (Name)
  • Program (Name)
  • Sponsor Slideshow (Name)
  • Hewitt Express Magazine
  • Chamber website
  • 3 tickets ($225 ticket value)
Silver: $450 - 6 AVAILABLE/3 REMAINING
  • Banquet Invitation (Name)
  • Program (Name)
  • Sponsor Slideshow (Name)
  • Hewitt Express Magazine
  • Chamber website
  • 3 tickets ($225 ticket value)
Bronze: $350 - 8 AVAILABLE/5 REMAINING
  • Banquet Invitation (Name)
  • Program (Name)
  • Sponsor Slideshow (Name)
  • Hewitt Express Magazine
  • Chamber website
  • 2 tickets ($150 ticket value)

Thank you 2024 Committee!

Co-Chairs Regina Martinez and Lori Robb and Members: Cassie Thomas, Kim Giles, Donna Muhlman, Michael Wyatt, Gregg Dungan and Jeanne Rieger.