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The Annual Chamber ECTy Awards: Una Serata Italiana

September 2, 2026 5:30 PM - 9:00 PM (EDT)

Description

The Annual Chamber ECTy Awards: Una Serata Italiana

The Annual Chamber ECTy Awards Celebration is Eastern Connecticut’s premier business and community awards event. Known as the ECTy Awards—a nod to legendary honors like the Grammy or ESPY Awards—this celebration recognizes the standout businesses, leaders, and innovators making a difference in our region.

This year, we bring an Italian-inspired elegance to the celebration —where la dolce vita meets business excellence. Guests will enjoy an unforgettable evening of charm and beauty at the picturesque Lake of Isles, offering a stunning bellavista, and capturing the feeling of a late summer evening in Italia!

Event Agenda

5:30 pm  Benvenuti! Registration and cocktail hour opens

6:30 pm Dinner and celebration begins

Suggested attire is business formal to cocktail, with guests invited to embrace the theme in Mediterranean hues of blues, greens, and sun-kissed yellows.


And The ECTy goes to... 

Small Business of the Year:   Ace Overhead Door

Business of the Year: General Dynamics Electric Boat

Community Revitalization Leader: RJ Development + Advisors LLC (RJDA)

Non-profit of the Year: Thames Valley Council for Community Action, Inc. (TVCCA)

Best Place to Work: TBA

Tourism Leader of the Year: Thames River Heritage Park

Volunteer of the Year: Atif Faruqui

Board of Directors Special Award: Anthony Joyce, President & CEO of Chelsea Groton Bank


Share in the celebration!

When you sponsor this event, you not only gain valuable marketing exposure to an influential audience, your contribution also funds essential Chamber programs, including workforce development, professional training, and public policy advocacy, ensuring that local businesses have the resources, representation, and opportunities they need to thrive. Review the opportunities below and sign up online, or contact Stephanie Clark for more information.


BenefitCin Cin Toast of the Evening Sponsor
$2,500
Awards Sponsor d'Eccellenza
$2,500 — Limit One
Sapori d'Italia Dinner Sponsor
$1,500
Bella Festa Entertainment Sponsor
$1,250
Limoncello Spritz Sponsor
$850 — Limit One
Antipasti Sponsor
$850 — Deadline July 6
Reserved Seats886422
Signature Sponsorship PerkOffer remarks or a toast at the eventSpeaking opportunity during  awards programLogo on menu cardBanner at entertainment areaName attached to signature drink + logo at each barBranded napkins with appetizers
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Recognition in Program BookletLogoLogoNameNameNameName
Program Booklet AdFull page (8"W x 10.5"H)Full page (8"W x 10.5"H)Half page  (8"W x 5.125"H) Half page  (8"W x 5.125"H) Quarter page (3.875"W x 5.125"H) Quarter page (3.875"W x 5.125"H) 
Display Table for Marketing Materials


Company Banner on Display


Literature at Each Seat



Ad in PowerPoint Slideshow (1920 x 1080 px)



Social Media Callouts



New! Entryway Digital Ad at Regional Innovation Center, 1 month (1920 x 1080 px)






Program Booklet Ads 

  • Full page, full color (8"W x 10.5"H): $300 
  • Half page, full color (8"W x 5.125"H): $175 
  • Quarter page, full color (3.875” W x 5.125”H): $100 
  • If you would like graphic design support, or for any ads received not in print-ready format, there is a $25 design fee. 

 


Time


5:30 pm Registration and Cocktail Hour Opens

6:30 pm Dinner and Celebration Begins

Pricing

$90 registration per person.

$800 per reserved table of eight (8) with priority seating.

Online registration closes at 4:30PM on Friday, August 28.  Please contact the Chamber directly to inquire about registration after that point: admin@Chamberect.com or 860.701.9113.

Cancellation Policy: Notice must be given at least five business days prior to the event. No shows or those unable to cancel in time will be billed as applicable. Registration within five business days of event is considered final. To cancel, please contact the Chamber at 860-701-9113 or admin@chamberect.com.

Contact Information

Chamber of Commerce of Eastern Connecticut
Name: Denise Desrochers
Phone: 860-701-9113
Email: ddesrochers@chamberect.com
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