Events
Annual Awards Dinner
Date and Time
Saturday Mar 14, 2026
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM PDT
Location
Monterey Conference Center
One Portola Plaza, Monterey, CA 93940
Description
117th Annual Awards Dinner
The Monterey Peninsula Chamber of Commerce (MPCC) will honor several distinguished citizens and one yet to be named business, at MPCC's 117th Annual Awards Dinner on Saturday, March 14, 2026.
This elegant annual event provides excellent exposure to a wide array of business, elected and community leaders while recognizing the contribution of individuals who have made a lasting impact to our region. Thank you to our presenting sponsor, Monterey County Bank. This signature event is expected to sell out.
The following awards will be presented:
2025 Robert C. Littlefield Lifetime Achievement Award
Keith Severson
Marketing Services Manager of Graniterock
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2025 Ruth Vreeland Public Official of the Year Award
Robin McCrae
CEO of Community Human Services
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2025 Community Impact Award
Dan Baldwin
President/CEO of Community Foundation for Monterey County
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2025 Citizens of the Year
Kelli Uldall and Steve Snider
Publishers of Carmel Magazine
Business of the Year
TBD
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MENU
FIRST COURSE
Field Greens
field greens, goat cheese, shaved apple, watermelon radish, smoked almonds, citrus vinaigrette
ENTREE
Confit Chicken Thigh
squash puree, caramelized brussel sprouts, potato gratin, lemon-thyme jus
(Gluten free and nut free)
Grilled Salmon
whipped cauliflower puree, steamed asparagus, roasted fingerling potatoes, choron sauce
(Gluten free and nut free)
Braised Short Ribs
garlic-whipped potatoes, haricot vert, roasted grape tomatoes, red wine dem
(Gluten free and nut free)
Al Pastor Cauliflower Steak
achiote marinade, heritage grains, roasted brussel sprouts, grilled pineapples, vegan ancho crema
(Gluten free, vegan, dairy free, and nut free)
DESSERT
Belgian Chocolate Genoise Cake
(Gluten free, dairy free, and vegan)
Sponsorship Opportunities available: please contact monica@montereychamber.com
