2026 Carmichael People of the Year: Announcement of Awardees Soon!
Each year the Carmichael Chamber of Commerce honors those who have given back to our community and progressed the business landscape of Carmichael; awarding individuals, organizations, and businesses in several categories:
- Person of the Year : This is the most prestigious award of the year on behalf of The Carmichael Chamber of Commerce.
- Business Woman of the Year
- Business Man of the Year
- Carmichael Spirit Award: awarded to an individual OR BUSINESS that promotes community unity, positivity, and radiates the "spirit" of Carmichael.
- Nonprofit of the Year
- Carmichael Legacy Award (Awarded to a business that has been open for more than 20 years)
- New Business Award (Awarded to a business that has been open for less than 5 years)
- Public Service Award : The recipient must be employed in the public service sector such as local or regional government, local park districts, public education, EMS, police officers, etc.
- Excellence in Leadership Award : Awarded to an individual whose exceptional leadership strengthens their organization and contributes meaningfully to the Carmichael community. This award was added to the roster this year in response to strong nominations that clearly reflected remarkable leadership deserving of recognition.
- Chamber Ambassador of the Year
- Chamber Champion Award: created to recognize Chamber donors, through financial contributions or in-kind donations.
Thank you for the countless nominations. Our community should be so proud of the leaders mentioned. We will announce our Awardees on Friday, December 5th.

