Lubbock Chamber Will Present Awards December 8
Business owners can attend the annual luncheon to recognize key industry leaders in the local community.
Updated on Oct. 14, 2026 in Business — General
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The Lubbock Chamber of Commerce has named six 2026 award recipients who will be honored at an upcoming ceremony. The event is scheduled to take place at the Lubbock Memorial Civic Center on December 8, 2026.
Why it matters
The recognition highlights regional industry leaders and service providers within the Lubbock area. The luncheon provides a venue for the city's 1,500 member businesses to engage in local professional networking.
The Chamber represents approximately 1,500 businesses in Lubbock. Tickets for the ceremony are priced at $65 for members, $85 for nonmembers, and $500 for a table of eight.
The players
Lubbock Chamber of Commerce
A business advocacy organization that serves and represents approximately 1,500 businesses in Lubbock, Texas.
The United Family
A major regional grocery retailer and employer that operates through multiple supermarket banners.
MCM Elegante
A regional hospitality and hotel operator that hosts local business and community events.
Little Guys Movers
A local moving and logistics company recognized for regional service excellence.
Hart Heating and A/C
A local residential and commercial HVAC services provider.
The details
The event will feature catering by United Supermarkets and will recognize recipients across various categories, including Business of the Year and Small Business of the Year. Recipients include the Lubbock Economic Development Alliance, Market Lubbock, Visit Lubbock, Sidney Hopper of The United Family, Mission Services, Janie Zuniga of MCM Elegante, Little Guys Movers, and James Butts of Hart Heating and A/C.
Timeline
December 8, 2026: Awards luncheon held from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Market Landscape
This event continues the annual tradition established by the Lubbock Chamber of Commerce business awards. The ceremony serves as a recurring marker for local industry milestones and business leadership visibility.
Business owners looking to attend should note the $65 member ticket price compared to the $85 nonmember rate. Operators interested in professional networking should register early for the event to secure space for their team.
The takeaway
The awards luncheon serves as a key local benchmark for business and community engagement. Interested members should coordinate table arrangements or individual ticket purchases before the December 8, 2026 date.
Further reading
For more on professional networking and regional industry events, visit Business — General.
Source note: This article includes information reported by 102.5 KISS FM.
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